The NPA report, running to more than 300 pages, says a persistent culture of secrecy, limited international involvement, and a lack of reliable data have left many affected communities still searching for answers. 

How many premature deaths were caused by nuclear weapons testing from 1945 to 2017? Report reveals shocking facts

Russia is considering a renewed campaign of strikes against Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure, specifically targeting electricity transmission substations that ensure the operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants, according to Ukraine's Defense Intelligence.

Ukrainian Intelligence Says Russia is Prepping for Nuclear-Capable Strikes

The world marked a historic milestone on January 14, 2026, achieving the longest period without a declared or detected nuclear test explosion since the first test in 1945—over eight years since North Korea's last test in 2017.


World Has Now Gone the Longest Time Without a Nuclear Test

Recent reports from intelligence agencies and think tanks suggest that while Iran has not made a political decision to build a nuclear weapon, it is making significant technical advances and exploring paths that could shorten the time needed for weaponization if its leadership decided to pursue one. 


Reports Suggest Iran's Quiet Move Towards Nuclear Weapons

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov revealed that Moscow is preparing to resume nuclear tests, following President Vladimir Putin’s directive for a feasibility study.


Breaking: Lavrov confirms Russia studying nuclear test resumption after Putin’s directive

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered top officials to draft proposals for possible nuclear weapons testing, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments about restarting tests.
Putin emphasized that Russia has adhered to international treaties, but would respond if the U.S. or other nuclear powers test weapons.
At the same time, Putin showcased Russia’s next-generation superweapons, including the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile and the Poseidon underwater nuclear drone – both designed to provide strategic parity and global strike capabilities.
Experts warn these moves signal a new era of nuclear strategy, heightening tensions with the U.S. and its allies.

Putin Orders Nuclear Test Prep, Showcases Burevestnik & Poseidon Superweapons 

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that China, Pakistan, and Russia are conducting nuclear tests, raising international concern. However, defense expert Wright clarified that the “tests” being referred to are system or technical tests, not full-scale nuclear detonations.

Trump Alleges Nuclear Tests by China, Pakistan & Russia | Wright Clarifies | WION 

The United States will resume nuclear weapons testing, according to former President Donald Trump.
Trump stated that the tests “will begin immediately”, citing the need to maintain parity with other nuclear powers and ensure national security.

Nuclear Arms Race: Trump Announces Immediate Restart of Nuclear Tests | WION

The head of Russia's nuclear testing site said on Tuesday his secretive facility was ready to resume nuclear tests "at any moment" if Moscow gave the order, in rare comments likely to fuel concerns that the risk of such a step is rising.

Russian poised to resume nuclear testing 'at any moment'

Russian nuclear test chief says Moscow is ready to resume testing 'at any moment'

On July 16, 1945, the world's first nuclear test took place when the U.S. tested a plutonium implosion device at a site located 210 miles south of Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Gravitas Recall | July 16, 1945: First Atomic Bomb tested near Alamogordo, New Mexico

Iranian lawmaker Javad Karimi Ghoddusi says there is only "a one-week gap from the issuance of the order to the first test" of a nuclear bomb, despite previous assertions of peaceful intentions. Watch in for more details!

Iranian lawmaker hints at a nuclear test

Britain's Trident nuclear missile test fails for the second time in a row

Is China secretly working towards next nuclear test? Satellite images hint at development

Nuclear tests or Elections - How 2024 will be remembered? Here's what analysts think

Russia to revoke ratification of Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

North Korea preparing for its seventh nuclear test, would be dangerous provocation, US warns

North Korea is now inching close to a nuclear test, the US, Japan and South Korea have warned of 'unprecedented response'. The Deputy Foreign Ministers of all the three nations said they would ramp up defence in the region.

Possible North Korean nuke test worries the world; US, allies vows 'unprecedented response'

U.S, Japan and South Korea vowed closer ties. North Korea was warned over the nuclear test. The U.S. urged North Korea to refrain from further provocations.

U.S, Japan & South Korea vows closer ties; North Korea warned over nuclear test

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Gravitas Global Headlines: 1000 Ukrainian soldiers sent to Russia; US on North Korea nuclear test

Issuing a warning, a US special representative for North Korea has said that the Hermit Kingdom could conduct a seventh nuclear test at any time further asserting on how the country has shown no interest in returning to the negotiating table.

'Nuke test could take place any time,' US warns North Korea of nuclear test

Proud moment for India: What was ‘Smiling Buddha’ operation carried out on May 18?  

US envoy says North Korea could hold nuclear test on coming anniversary

US prez Carter knew about Pak’s nuclear programme in 1979, didn’t push too hard: Declassified documents

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