News Is Israel's Nuclear Program Hindering Peace in the Middle East?

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Israel's nuclear program, while never officially acknowledged, is widely recognized by experts as a significant aspect of its military capabilities, with estimates suggesting it possesses around 200 nuclear warheads. The country has not signed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, which raises concerns about regional security and the potential for escalating nuclear arms development among neighboring states. Discussions highlight the perceived double standards in international reactions to Israel's nuclear status compared to other nations like Iraq and Iran. Critics argue that Israel's nuclear arsenal undermines peace efforts in the Middle East, as it may provoke neighboring countries to pursue their own nuclear capabilities for defense. The ongoing debate emphasizes the complexities of nuclear proliferation and its implications for regional stability.
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Since it seems everyone believes Israel has them, where is the invisibility? If you mean the exact capabilities of their arsenal, well - a little secrecy there just adds more fear for their enemies. Fear of the unknown. Thats why I've said the US should get rid of about 90% of her nuclear weapons, keeping only a half dozen SSBNs.
This sort of second guessing would be great, if it were not inconsistent with Israeli actions.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/3340639.stm
Vanunu's evidence led to a sharp upwards revision of the number of nuclear warheads Israel was believed to possesses - to at least 100 - and possibly as many as 200.
And Israel's arsenal is certainly a impedance to Bush's current gestures. Not only is it at least providing neighbour powers with an excuse to arm themselves, but it is also rendering hypocritical the US's demands for full disclosure on other nations' arsenals.
 
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Originally posted by FZ+
This sort of second guessing would be great, if it were not inconsistent with Israeli actions.
I'm not sure what actions you are referring to.
And Israel's arsenal is certainly a impedance to Bush's current gestures. Not only is it at least providing neighbour powers with an excuse to arm themselves, but it is also rendering hypocritical the US's demands for full disclosure on other nations' arsenals.
Maybe, but to Israel, strategic security takes precedence over a tactical cease fire. I don't see it as unreasonable to demand peace BEFORE dismantling your last line of defense.
 

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