Nuclear Challenges: Inhibition and Extended Deterrence

In this episode of NIDS Knowledge, host Aaron Holland explores the United States' long-standing grand strategy of nuclear inhibition—focused on preventing the spread of nuclear weapons to new states. From historical successes to modern-day challenges, Aaron delves into the pragmatic roots of inhibition, the credibility of extended deterrence, and the thought-provoking theories of scholars like Kenneth Waltz. Tune in to understand how the U.S. can sustain this critical strategy in the face of rising nuclear ambitions and global uncertainties.