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Geopolitical··Severity 8

Total number of nuclear warheads worldwide rises to 12,340 year-on-year — experts

The Center said in a comment that as long as the United States and Russia account for more than 80% of deployable nuclear warheads, the two "hold a special responsibility for nuclear disarmament"

Scenario chain

Probabilities below are model estimates based on the event chain, horizon, and indicators. They are not outcome guarantees, investment advice, or emergency instructions.

A

Escalation

74%
Confirmation indicators: Increased public rhetoric from both the US and Russia about their respective nuclear capabilities, followed by increased diplomatic tension and military posturing on the ground., Time horizon: 10
B

Status quo

19%
Confirmation indicators: Increased public rhetoric from both the US and Russia about their respective nuclear capabilities, followed by increased diplomatic tension and military posturing on the ground., Time horizon: 10
C

De-escalation

7%
Confirmation indicators: Increased public rhetoric from both the US and Russia about their respective nuclear capabilities, followed by increased diplomatic tension and military posturing on the ground., Time horizon: 10

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