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America’s allies are shaken, and now they are taking action
In recent days, the perceived value among allies of acquiring nuclear weapons is up, and confidence in the US nuclear umbrella is down.
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US presidents had a challenging enough time avoiding nuclear conflict during the Cold War, when it hinged on two nations – the US and Soviet Union.
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W.J. Hennigan
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In recent days, emergency meetings have been convened in foreign capitals, and alarming public statements have been delivered by Poland, Germany and South Korea about their consideration of acquiring nuclear weapons. It’s a remarkable turn of events that portends a new nuclear landscape.
