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Writer's pictureManushya Foundation
Aug 29

🚨 International Day Against Nuclear Tests: The Unfinished Quest for Global Disarmament ⚛️🌍


🕊️ On this International Day against Nuclear Tests, we reflect on the staggering legacy of over 2,000 nuclear explosions since 1945—a timeline marked by humanity's gravest misjudgments and the catastrophic consequences of nuclear fallout. Despite significant strides, including the 1996 Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), the world remains at a critical juncture. The Treaty, though widely signed, still lacks the necessary ratifications to enter into force, leaving us vulnerable to the threats of renewed nuclear arms races and clandestine tests.


🔬 Scientific advancements have equipped us with unparalleled tools for monitoring and verification, but without the political will to enforce the CTBT, these capabilities remain underutilized. The international community must accelerate efforts to ensure the Treaty’s entry into force, not merely as a symbol but as a binding commitment to safeguard future generations.


🚫 The risks are too great to ignore. The enduring existence of nuclear weapons not only threatens global security but perpetuates a cycle of fear and mistrust that undermines international cooperation. Every delay in disarmament is a step back from a more stable and peaceful world.


📢🌐 It is imperative that we amplify the call for total nuclear disarmament and continue to build a robust, global movement advocating for a world free of nuclear weapons:

  • Legislate for Peace: Push for the immediate ratification of the CTBT by all remaining states, ensuring that no new nuclear weapons can be developed or tested.

  • Enhance Monitoring: Support the full deployment of the CTBT’s International Monitoring System to detect and deter any nuclear tests, reinforcing the global security architecture.

  • Promote Global Advocacy: Leverage diplomatic channels and international platforms to renew pressure on nations still outside the Treaty to commit to its principles and join the global consensus.


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