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Since the end of the Cold War two main nuclear powers have begun to make big reductions in their nuclear arsenals.
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"Since the end of the Cold War two main nuclear powers have begun to make big reductions in their nuclear arsenals. Each of them is dismantling about 2,000 nuclear warheads a year"

- Joseph Rotblat

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This quote by Joseph Rotblat speaks with the progress made in nuclear disarmament given that completion of the Cold War. It recommends that 2 of the world's major nuclear powers have actually taken actions to reduce their nuclear arsenals. Particularly, each of these nations is taking apart approximately 2,000 nuclear warheads annually. This is a substantial step towards decreasing the worldwide nuclear danger, as it decreases the variety of nuclear weapons in circulation and decreases the risk of a nuclear conflict. It is also an indication of better relations between the 2 nations, as they are willing to interact to decrease their nuclear stockpiles. This quote acts as a reminder that even in the face of worldwide tensions, progress can be made towards nuclear disarmament.

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Poland Flag This quote is written / told by Joseph Rotblat between November 4, 1908 and August 31, 2005. He/she was a famous Physicist from Poland. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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