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Russia and America Relearn the Limits of Nuclear Deterrence
The United States and Russia are rediscovering the limitations of nuclear weapons in achieving their objectives in regional conflicts. Despite their impressive nuclear arsenals, both countries are struggling to make progress in Ukraine and Iran, highlighting the ineffectiveness of nuclear threats in these contexts. The US plans to spend nearly $1 trillion on modernizing its nuclear arsenal, but the current conflicts suggest that nuclear weapons may not be the solution to the challenges faced by major powers. This article was first reported by The Atlantic.