Nuclear Disarmament, Arms Control, and Deterrence | Above the Noise

Learn about nuclear deterrence theory in this video from Above the Noise. Explore the most historically significant nuclear rivalry, the United States versus Russia, and learn why nuclear-weapon nations think that possessing these weapons makes their countries safer. Evaluate whether deterrence has been successful and if the current potential risks outweigh the perceived benefits of nuclear weapons. Learn why opponents of the deterrence theory think that eliminating all nuclear weapons is a safer alternative.