The Nuclear Paradox: Assessing Asymmetric Strategies in Iran and North Korea's Nuclear Programs
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https://doi.org/10.35484/ahss.2024(5-III)55Keywords:
Asymmetric Approach, Iran, North Korea, Nuclear Deterrence, Nuclear Programme, Nuclear Proliferation, Regime Survival Tactics, Regional HegemonyAbstract
The objective of this research is to assess the asymmetric strategies in Iran and North Korea’s nuclear program. The proliferation of nuclear weapons represents one of the most complex challenges to global security, with Iran and North Korea as two key actors. Both states have developed nuclear programs that reflect not only their quest for deterrence but also their regime survival strategies. This research employs descriptive and comparative analysis to examine historical, theoretical, and strategic aspects of nuclear proliferation in both states. The analysis reveals that Iran and North Korea have utilized their nuclear programs as key tools for deterring external threats and maintaining regime stability. The findings call for a reassessment of current policy approaches towards them, emphasizing the need for refined strategies that consider the unique deterrence and survival motivations behind their nuclear programs. It also recommends policy adjustments to address the challenges posed by their nuclear quest to enhance regional and global security.
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