Judging the illegality of nuclear weapons: arms control moves to the World Court
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Fourteen judges of the International Court of Justice have been assigned the task of judging the legality of the use of nuclear weapons under international law. The court's decision, though non-binding, will carry considerable authority. If the court rules that nuclear weapons are illegal, this could spur further advances in nuclear nonproliferation. Details about the origins of the case, the major legal arguments, relevant international laws, and the possible outcomes are given.
Publication Name: Arms Control Today
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0196-125X
Year: 1996
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Moscow reportedly moves tactical nuclear arms to Baltics
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Russia is reported to have moved tactical nuclear weapons to the Baltics. The US has not confirmed the reports but is said to be discussing the issue with Moscow, although President Putin says the allegations are untrue.
Publication Name: Arms Control Today
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0196-125X
Year: 2001
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