According to a report published by SIPRI, nuclear-armed states are increasingly transitioning warheads from storage to operational delivery systems. This shift raises concerns about the potential for conflict.
Despite a noted gradual decline in overall nuclear stockpiles, the movement of warheads into operational readiness suggests a heightened state of alert among these nations.
The findings underscore the complex geopolitical landscape, where the risk of escalation remains significant even as total nuclear arsenals decrease.