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Disaffected

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6. Fine in theory but,
Sun Jun 21, 2026, 01:38 AM
22 hrs ago

the risk of accidental nuke launch must also be taken into account and the more countries with nukes, the greater that risk becomes. Also, the greater risk of nukes falling into the hands of terrorists (which also greatly diminishes the MAD (mutually assured destruction) deterrent effect).

And, if Iran acquires nuclear weapons, the incentive for other middle east countries would become irresistible thus further compounding the risks....

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