international-relations

• Nuclear proliferation

  The spread of nuclear weapons, fissionable material, and weapons-applicable nuclear technology and information to nations not officially recognized as "Nuclear Weapon States" by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.

• Security dilemma

  The security dilemma describes how a state's efforts to increase its own security, such as by increasing military strength or forming alliances, can unintentionally lead other states to feel less secure and thus respond with similar measures, potentially escalating tensions and conflict.

• Disarmament

  The reduction, limitation, or abolition of weapons and military forces by a nation or group of nations.