Nuclear Weapons
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Collection: Israel-Iran Conflict
Experts analyze critical dimensions of Israel’s strikes relevant responses, covering nuclear diplomacy; strategic, security, and regional implications; and international law.

What Counts as a Win?: Battle Damage Assessments and Public Messaging
The White House's future BDA briefings on the Iran strikes will likely project certainty where analysis still urges caution.

The Trump Administration’s Flawed War Powers Report on Iran and the Need for a Congressional Rebuttal
The White House’s legal justifications for attacking Iran are unconvincing and raise concerns about unauthorized use of force. Congress should push back.

Israel and Iran: A War with No Off-Ramp
The constellation of forces in Israel, the United States, and beyond complicates efforts to find an off-ramp to the war.

The Strategic Stakes after Israel’s Opening Strikes on Iran
Strategic implications of Israel’s strikes on Iran and key questions policymakers should ask to navigate what comes next.

The Israeli Strike on Iran the U.S. Saw Coming, but Couldn’t Stop
The Israel-Iran crisis will be a key test for how the Trump administration handles national security crises and its ability to respond.

Israeli Strikes Risk Driving Iran Toward Nuclear Weapons
An assessment of the implications of Israel's strikes on Iran this morning for nuclear diplomacy and regional stability.

Creating the Conditions for a Nuclear Deal with Iran
The Trump administration should focus on messaging pragmatic objectives for a deal and de-emphasizing U.S. efforts to exert “maximum pressure” on Iran while talks are ongoing.

Doubts Concerning America’s Reliability Should Not Lead to a European Nuclear Deterrent
Stepping away from NATO would reduce U.S. leverage over European allies, potentially leading to more nuclear-armed states.

Nuclear Testing Is a Relic. Resuming It Would Be Reckless.
The United States will uphold its leadership in non-proliferation by refraining from unnecessary and destabilizing nuclear tests.

Questions for Senators (and Journalists) to Ask Secretary of Energy Nominee Chris Wright
We asked leading experts what questions the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources should focus on in Wright’s confirmation hearing.

U.S. Options for Iran Diplomacy in 2025
Trump faces a significant challenge in addressing Iran's nuclear program, but he also has an opportunity to reduce its proliferation risks.