Why Nuclear Weapons may not help to keep the Peace

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Exploring the complex role of nuclear weapons, the essay argues that while they have acted as deterrents against major conflicts for decades, their presence alone does not guarantee peace or stability. The author emphasizes that the effectiveness of nuclear deterrence relies on specific international arrangements and conditions, rather than solely on their destructive power. A shift in these foundational aspects could diminish their deterrent capacity and potentially destabilize the fragile 'nuclear peace' that some theorists mistakenly attribute to them, highlighting the nuanced interplay between nuclear weapons and global security dynamics.