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Nearly 500 Nuclear Tests Took Place Before the 1963 Partial Test Ban Treaty

Nearly 500 Nuclear Tests Took Place Before the 1963 Partial Test Ban Treaty

The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) represents a significant international effort to prohibit all nuclear weapons test explosions and ...
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The Soviet Union's First Atomic Bomb Closely Resembled America's Fat Man

The Soviet Union's First Atomic Bomb Closely Resembled America's Fat Man

RDS-1, also known as "First Lightning" or "Object 501," marked a pivotal moment in global history as the Soviet Union's inaugural nuclear weapon. S...
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President Trump Rejects Diego Garcia Deal, Halting UK-Mauritius Agreement at UN General Assembly

President Trump Rejects Diego Garcia Deal, Halting UK-Mauritius Agreement at UN General Assembly

Following a televised discussion between President Trump and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham at the UN General Assembly in New York, the United Kingdom's negotiated deal to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, including the strategic island of Diego Garcia, has been shelved. President Trump publicly denounced the deal as 'terrible,' 'ridiculous,' and 'an act of GREAT STUPIDITY.' His opinion is critical because U.S. assent is legally required under a 1965 UK-U.S. agreement to alter the status of Diego Garcia, which hosts a vital U.S. Naval Support Facility. The proposed deal involved the UK paying an annual rent to Mauritius for a leaseback of Diego Garcia, despite the island historically being British territory. The deal had faced criticism for its financial implications for the UK's defense budget, the lack of enforceable guarantees regarding the future use of the Chagos Archipelago, and its failure to address the rights of the Chagos islanders.
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Iran proposes a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in 7 days if the US meets its conditions

Iran proposes a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in 7 days if the US meets its conditions

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume talks on its nuclear program in seven days if the United States lifts its naval blockade, waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales and observes a ceasefire that would include Lebanon
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USCC Examines US-China Strategic Rivalry in Emerging Multipolar World

USCC Examines US-China Strategic Rivalry in Emerging Multipolar World

The U.S. Congressional-Executive Commission on China (USCC) is analyzing the complex strategic rivalry between the United States and China, a relationship characterized by geopolitical tension, economic competition, and ideological divergence. This dynamic is central to understanding 21st-century international affairs, as both nations vie for influence across various sectors. The relationship has evolved from initial hostility to cautious engagement and now to explicit strategic competition, driven by differing visions of global order. The U.S. views China's rise as an attempt to reshape the global system, while China aims for national rejuvenation and greater representation in global governance. This rivalry extends beyond bilateral ties, influencing global standards, cybersecurity norms, and digital infrastructure. Economic interdependence remains significant, with the U.S. being China's largest trading partner and China accounting for a substantial portion of U.S. total trade. However, strategic decoupl...
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The 1963 Treaty Banned Nuclear Tests in the Atmosphere, Space and Underwater

The 1963 Treaty Banned Nuclear Tests in the Atmosphere, Space and Underwater

The Partial Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (PTBT), formally known as the 1963 Treaty Banning Nuclear Weapon Tests in the Atmosphere, in Outer Space and Un...
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Nationalist Leaders Leverage Territorial Disputes to Manage Domestic Political Tensions

Nationalist Leaders Leverage Territorial Disputes to Manage Domestic Political Tensions

Nationalist leaders frequently utilize territorial disputes to project strength and garner patriotic support when facing internal political tensions. This pattern is evident in various global contexts, including Vladimir Putin's actions in Ukraine, President Trump's past interest in Greenland, and Xi Jinping's claims over Taiwan. In Argentina, presidents have historically invoked the Malvinas (Falkland Islands) dispute as a source of national unity, particularly during periods of domestic instability. Recently, Argentine President Javier Milei, despite initially cautioning against mixing football and politics regarding the Malvinas, later adopted a strong stance on the issue. He declared the Malvinas as Argentine 'by history and rights,' announced plans to sanction foreign companies involved in oil exploration around the islands, and proposed measures to strengthen Argentina's sovereignty defense. This shift occurred as his approval ratings declined amidst economic challenges, including rising unemployment...
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On This Day: Truman Revealed the Soviet Union Had Joined the Nuclear Age

On This Day: Truman Revealed the Soviet Union Had Joined the Nuclear Age

The successful detonation of RDS-1 on August 29, 1949, marked a dramatic turning point in the nascent Cold War, fundamentally altering the global g...
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Analysis-A diplomatic split screen as Trump and Xi meet

Analysis-A diplomatic split screen as Trump and Xi meet

By Antoni Slodkowski, John Irish and Tom Balmforth UNITED NATIONS, Sept 24 (Reuters) - While world leaders gather at the United Nations for their annual diplomatic ritual, the two biggest power brokers in global politics will sit down in a different venue on Thursday: the White House.
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What to know about the deal by Britain to surrender the Chagos Islands

What to know about the deal by Britain to surrender the Chagos Islands

The fate of the Chagos Islands hinges on U.S. support for a sovereignty transfer from Britain to Mauritius
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Iran's Pezeshkian accuses Trump of 'bullying mentality,' vows no surrender

Iran's Pezeshkian accuses Trump of 'bullying mentality,' vows no surrender

By Parisa Hafezi and Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused US President Donald Trump of a "bullying mentality" at the United Nations on Wednesday, saying Iran would not surrender in the war with the US but remained open to diplomacy to end
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Iran downplays indirect talks with U.S., and other Mideast developments

Iran downplays indirect talks with U.S., and other Mideast developments

A spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says Iran has maintained its negotiating stance in talks with U.S. officials on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, demanding the United States end its blockade on Iranian ports and release Iran’s frozen assets