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Infographic: How many nuclear weapons does Russia have?
2 years, 3 months ago

Infographic: How many nuclear weapons does Russia have?

Al Jazeera  

As tensions continue to rise and the rhetoric heats up, we take a look at Russia’s nuclear capabilities. And those who try to blackmail us with nuclear weapons should know that the weathervane can turn and point towards them.” The United States and Kyiv’s Western allies have said Moscow’s latest moves – including planned annexation referendums in occupied Ukrainian areas …

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Infographic: The impact of nuclear tests around the world
2 years, 3 months ago

Infographic: The impact of nuclear tests around the world

Al Jazeera  

Since 1945, more than 2,000 nuclear test explosions have been conducted by at least eight nations. According to the Arms Control Association, at least eight countries have carried out a total of 2,056 nuclear tests since 1945. The UK conducted a series of nuclear tests in the South Pacific Ocean between November 1957 and September 1958 as part of Operation …

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Infographic: The world nuclear club
3 years, 1 month ago

Infographic: The world nuclear club

Al Jazeera  

While 32 countries generate atomic energy, nine have nuclear weapons and seven countries have both. Global nuclear energy Nuclear energy provides roughly 10 percent of the world’s electricity. As of 2020, just 5 percent of Japan’s electricity came from nuclear power, according to the World Nuclear Association. Nuclear warheads per country Nine countries possessed roughly 13,150 warheads as of August …

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Infographic: Are nuclear submarines better?
3 years, 3 months ago

Infographic: Are nuclear submarines better?

Al Jazeera  

Submarines can either be diesel-electric or nuclear-powered, both types can carry nuclear warheads. Australia has recently cancelled a multibillion-dollar order for diesel-electric submarines from France in favour of nuclear-powered vessels from the United States and the United Kingdom, setting off an unprecedented diplomatic dispute between the allies. Common submarine acronyms are listed below: SS Submarine SSK Diesel-electric attack submarine SSN …

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