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The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons came into effect on January 22 but none of the nuclear weapons states are signatories.
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Although the pandemic is on all of our minds, other major issues threaten the longevity of our species and of our planet.
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Germany’s attitude toward the Iran nuclear issue is changing, hinting at a possible new EU policy on the hot button issue.
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Continue readingTrump Opens the Door to Chaos in Asia and Europe by Reinstating Sanctions on Iran
China, Russia and Turkey have already indicated that they will not buckle to U.S. pressure.
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