‘Accelerated Nuclear Arms Race’ Possible in Asia With Tensions High Among Three Nuclear Neighbors

A central issue is the fate of Pakistan, where opposition political forces are facing off and the government deals with intractable threats from fanatics who may be operating with the backing of the Taliban.

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A police officer stands guard during Friday prayers at a mosque at Peshawar, Pakistan, February 3, 2023. AP/Muhammad Sajjad

Asia is facing a nuclear menace that has nothing to do with North Korea. If that appears unlikely, think about the divisions and outright hostilities among three nuclear powers with common borders.

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