| ID | 128304 |
| Title Proper | Nuclear incoherence |
| Other Title Information | deterrence theory and non-strategic nuclear weapons in Russia |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Adamsky, Dmitry (Dima) |
| Publication | 2014. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Russian reliance on its non-strategic nuclear arsenal has been an ongoing concern for security experts. What is the Russian de facto employment doctrine for this arsenal? This article argues that Russian non-strategic nuclear weapons (NSNW) have no defined mission and no deterrence framework has been elaborated for them. This study disentangles Russian thoughts and deeds about regional nuclear deterrence and the role of NSNW in it. Situating the Russian case in the comparative context, the article argues that establishing a coherent theater nuclear posture and streamlining it with the national level deterrence strategy is a demanding and frequently unfulfilled task. It is likely to remain as such for both current and prospective nuclear states that consider an asymmetrical deterrence posture. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol.37, No.1; February 2014: p.91-134 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol.37, No.1; February 2014: p.91-134 |
| Key Words | Nuclear Strategy ; Deterrence ; Non Strategic Nuclear Weapons ; Nuclear Weapon ; Deterrence Theory ; Russia ; Nuclear Incoherence ; Non-Strategic Nuclear Arsenal ; Nuclear Disarmament ; Russian Defense Strategy ; Russian Nuclear Strategy ; Deterrence Strategy ; Deterrence Posture ; Deterrence Framework |