| ID | 076718 |
| Title Proper | Nuclear Proliferation in Europe |
| Other Title Information | could it still happen? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Tertrais, Bruno |
| Publication | 2006. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Proliferation in Europe stopped in the 1960s due to the nuclear guarantee given by the United States and the European integration process. These factors still apply today but emerging nuclear programs in the European Union (EU) neighborhood and the distension of the transatlantic link make the possibility of a new nuclear country in Europe not completely unthinkable. Turkey would be a prime candidate. In addition, some isolated states could go nuclear if faced with a perceived security threat. Ukraine would be the most likely case. Finally, in extreme circumstances, an EU member could consider a nuclear program. In light of such possibilities, the U.S. security guarantee to Europe, including a nuclear dimension, remains an important nonproliferation instrument |
| `In' analytical Note | Nonproliferation Review Vol. 13, No.3; Nov 2006: p569-580 |
| Journal Source | Nonproliferation Review Vol. 13, No.3; Nov 2006: p569-580 |
| Key Words | Nuclear weapons ; Nuclear Proliferation ; Security Guarantees ; Nuclear Deterrence ; European Union ; North Atlantic Treaty Organization |