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The relative human casualties caused by the Israeli aerial bombardments of Gaza so far are 5 times the relative casualties (relative to the population) of the US nuclear bombing of Japan: Israel's crimes supported by the US are unparalleled.

There you go ladies and gentlemen. Not long to go before we will need “nuclear” endorsements on our tickets 🙂. What do you think? Is the right way to go? Merchant shipping is extremely vulnerable to pirate/terrorist attacks as we’ve been powerfully reminded in the last few days. Imagine such an attack on this kind of vessel. And then, there are maritime accidents to contend with, exacerbated by ever increasing commercial pressure. I think such fuel is best left for stable and well protected shore establishments and Naval warships capable of operating and protecting a nuclear power plant.

Could AUKUS sink? At a stated cost of >$300b, I found this conversation on the AUKUS nuclear powered subs deal with Hugh White for our recent Global Roaming episode both challenging and instructive.  It is a huge decision for Australia, both economically and strategically. Have we made the right call? It has huge consequences for our generation of Australians. https://lnkd.in/gUXm9TVp

This is an excellent explanation Conventional vs Nuclear submarines and the issues that Conventional submarines have being under the ice.

Take a look into the history and remediation of the Chernobyl disaster, exactly 38 years after it happened.

Nuclear deterrent is a complex system https://lnkd.in/e4fEVnyN

The Australian Government has released the 2024 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program. The Strategy outlines the Government's new approach to address Australia's most significant strategic risks based on the concept of National Defence - a coordinated, whole-of-government and whole-of-nation approach that harnesses all arms of national power to defend Australia and advance its interests. To achieve this, the Australian Defence Force will shift to an integrated, focused force, with a $330 billion investment in defence capabilities over the next decade. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_6E3M7N 📸 A fleet of conventionally-armed, nuclear powered submarines, SSN-AUKUS (pictured), will be central to Australia's National Defence. Courtesy Defence.

Safeguarding the UK The Dreadnought submarine program is the UK’s initiative to build a new class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) to replace the aging Vanguard-class. Designed to maintain the UK's continuous nuclear deterrent by always having one submarine on patrol, guaranteeing a second-strike capability in case of a nuclear attack. (let's hope it stays a deterrent) The Dreadnought program is one of the most significant defense undertakings in the UK's history powerd by a Rolls-Royce PWR3 reactor, offering better efficiency, fewer refueling needs and serving until 2065. #RollsRoyce #Defence #Dreadnought

As the enduring #CarrierDebate rages on with fascinating arguments for and against the aircraft carrier platform, wanted to revisit a riveting #FlashbackFriday exchange between @conswahoo and @jerryhendrixII held almost a decade ago but continues to resonate with relevance today 🎥 https://lnkd.in/epN9xkBQ For this debate, the outcome was: **"Resolved: The big deck nuclear aircraft carrier with its air wing is the most cost-effective and efficient platform to project power in the maritime and littoral realm and support US national security interests in current and future security environments."** Debate results definitely worthy of a CVN cake cutting celebration 😃 What are your thoughts on big deck nuclear aircraft carriers in today's geopolitical climate? #CarrierDebate #MilitaryStrategy #NavalPower #NationalSecurity #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific

The world is overarmed and peace is underfunded. At the heart of the collective security agenda of the United Nations lies an objective of promoting nuclear disarmament. Without it, peace and security, respect for human rights, and sustainable development remain distant goals. I am thrilled to share that I have completed a short course on 'Humanitarian Approaches to Nuclear Disarmament' from the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs.