Author (Person) | Kibaroglu, Mustafa |
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Series Title | European Security |
Series Details | Vol.14, No.4, December 2005, p443-457 |
Publication Date | December 2005 |
ISSN | 0966-2839 |
Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog |
Abstract: The attitude of Turkish officials toward the US nuclear weapons deployed in Turkey for over four decades has been static. Officials have understandable arguments, based on their threat analysis, as to why these weapons should be retained in Turkey. However, since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the international security environment has undergone radical changes. The classical deterrent value of nuclear weapons no longer applies with these emerging threats. At the same time, there is an increased probability of unauthorized use of crude radiological devices or nuclear weapons by terrorist organizations. In addition to increased security at storage sites, bolder steps must be taken by concerned countries to get rid of nuclear weapons. Such steps should begin with drawing-down US nuclear weapons deployed in allied countries including Turkey. |
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Source Link | Link to Main Source http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/ |
Countries / Regions | Turkey, United States |