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Why Russia Is Changing Its Nuclear Doctrine Now

Putin’s changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine show increased reliance on nuclear weapons for coercion in the Ukraine war. By expanding nuclear use conditions, Russia aims to deter Western aid and divide European allies, signaling a greater willingness to escalate.

Commentary by Heather Williams — September 27, 2024

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The Impossible State

Is North Korea Really Ready for War?

In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha is joined by Dr. Sung-han Kim, Former ROK National Security Advisor and Professor at the Graduate School of International Studies at Korea University, to discuss North Korea's current situation and recent developments as well as what to expect from North Korea in 2024.

Podcast Episode by Victor Cha — February 15, 2024

CSIS The Impossible State North Korea

The Uncertain Future of U.S.-Russia Arms Control

Time is running out for the United States and Russia to revive cooperation on arms control before the expiration of New START in 2026. Despite efforts from the Biden administration to kickstart progress, Russia remains an unwilling partner for the foreseeable future.

Critical Questions by Nicholas Adamopoulos — February 14, 2024

Information Pollution and What It Means for Arms Control

Over the past decade, Russia has stepped up its disinformation campaigns to erode trust in arms control. Russian disinformation campaigns have served as a low-cost tactic for Moscow to spread confusion and distrust in the United States and other Western democracies. 

Report by Joseph Rodgers — January 25, 2024

Deter and Divide: Russia's Nuclear Rhetoric & Escalation Risks in Ukraine

Russia’s nuclear threats have underpinned each stage of the war in Ukraine as Putin attempts to deter and divide NATO support. However, if Russia faces battlefield setbacks, its nuclear threats could intensify, testing NATO's resolve.

Digital Report by Heather Williams, Kelsey Hartigan, Lachlan MacKenzie, and Reja Younis — December 4, 2023

Project Atom Report Launch

Please join the Project on Nuclear Issues (PONI) to discuss the findings of PONI's forthcoming Project Atom report. The Project Atom report consists of five competing strategies for deterring two peer adversaries written by six senior experts with diverse perspectives.

Event — November 7, 2023

Korea Global Forum 2023

The International Security Program (ISP) will co-host a conference with the Korea University Peace and Democracy Institute (PDI) on November 6th at CSIS, discussing current issues influencing the United States’ nuclear policy towards North Korea.

Event — November 6, 2023

How to Get Away with a Nuclear Test

Talk of nuclear testing and threats of escalation are part of an ongoing Russian effort to manipulate nuclear risks and deter Western intervention in Ukraine. Whether or not Russia resumes testing will depend on Putin’s expected response from the international community.

Critical Questions by Heather Williams — October 5, 2023