If Trump is Bluffing on North Korea the Results could be Catastrophic

James Johnson

If Trump is Bluffing on North Korea the Results could be Catastrophic

University of Leicester

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Abstract

According to a US Defense Intelligence Agency report, Pyongyang’s nuclear capabilities and conventional long range missile programmes are gathering momentum at a rapid clip. The report indicated that North Korea has successfully manufactured a miniaturised nuclear warhead that can fit onto its ballistic missiles, including intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). The report added that the reclusive state has as many as 60 nuclear weapons, well surpassing previous estimates.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
Publication status	Published - 14 Aug 2017
Externally published	Yes

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James Johnson does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

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If Trump is Bluffing on North Korea the Results could be Catastrophic

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