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politics6 days ago•183 min saved

Private firms eye weapons-grade plutonium to power next-gen reactors

The Energy Department has named five private companies, including Oklo, to begin negotiations under its Surplus Plutonium Utilization Program to repurpose weapons-grade plutonium into fuel for next-generation small modular reactors. The move could unlock private funding and expand domestic nuclear fuel supplies, but critics warn it raises proliferation risks and could set a precedent for civilian use of weapons-grade material; negotiations are not yet finalized.

via CNN|

#nuclear-energy #plutonium #politics

world11 months ago•6 min saved

US and Iran Tensions Escalate Amid Military Show of Force and Uncertain Outcomes

The recent U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites raises concerns that such pre-emptive strikes may encourage Iran and other countries to pursue nuclear arsenals for security, potentially leading to a regional arms race, despite efforts to prevent proliferation through diplomacy and sanctions.

via The New York Times|

#iran #nuclear-weapons #proliferation

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

US Implements Sweeping Sanctions to Isolate Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict

The United States Department of State and Department of the Treasury are imposing sanctions on over 250 individuals and entities in connection with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, targeting those involved in sanctions evasion, supporting Russia's war efforts, and aiding its energy production and export capacity. The sanctions also include entities involved in the proliferation of military equipment from North Korea to Russia. The United States and its allies remain committed to supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its actions.

via Department of State|

#international-relations #proliferation #russia

politics3 years ago•4 min saved

Lukashenko offers nuclear weapons to potential Union State members.

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has offered nuclear weapons to nations willing to join the Union State of Russia and Belarus, days after confirming the transfer of some tactical nuclear weapons from Moscow to Minsk had begun. Putin has said that Russia would retain control over any tactical nuclear weapons stationed in Belarus. The move is likely to heighten concerns at a time of growing global proliferation and as Moscow threatens the world with its own atomic arsenal as its war against Ukraine falters.

via CNN|

#belarus #global-security #nuclear-weapons