The Unlikelihood of Nuclear War: Neocon Perspectives
May 04, 2023
If anyone out there believes that the top brass would permit individuals they deem as lowly as roaches to ignite a nuclear war, they’re in for a rude awakening. One of these high-society families has amassed more wealth than all the top 10 billionaires combined. They have the power to utterly obliterate anyone in the U.S. government should the need arise. Thus, the possibility of a nuclear war remains a mere fantasy, a pipe dream.
One can daydream about such apocalyptic scenarios, but the truth is that it’s highly improbable. Regardless of one’s wealth or the extravagance of their fortified bunkers, at the end of the day, it’s still a cave with limited mobility. Only the egotistical maniacs among us would contemplate pushing the dreaded Red button, especially when facing the inevitability of defeat.
Comparing the current state of Russia to that of the U.S. in the late 1940s and early 1950s, it’s evident that the U.S. now resembles the Soviet Union. The U.S. government attempts to control every aspect of people’s lives, from how they think to how they speak and act. It’s no different from fascism. In simple speak, Europe is following the same path, minus the “cahones” factor. European leaders are wimps.
Neocon Perspectives: The Influence and Role in Politics
The current situation has left many wondering about the role of the neocons in this new era of global politics. The neocon movement, which gained prominence in the United States during the 1980s, advocates for a more aggressive foreign policy that includes using military force to achieve national security goals.
Neocon 2023: The Risk of Nuclear War
In March 2023, a high-ranking official from the United Nations responsible for disarmament disclosed that the Russian Federation has plans to position non-strategic atomic weapons in Belarus. This is the initial “nuclear sharing” agreement since the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons took effect in 1970. With the ongoing strife in Ukraine, there is a greater risk of these weapons being used than at any time since the conclusion of the Cold War. Izumi Nakamitsu, the Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, stressed that all countries must abstain from taking any steps that could lead to escalation, misunderstanding, or misjudgment. All countries that signed the momentous Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons must scrupulously comply with their obligations.
She emphasized that the possibility of a nuclear weapon being employed is more significant than ever since the height of the Cold War, with the Ukraine conflict being the “most acute example of that risk.” She added that this potentially existential risk is the erosion of disarmament and arms control architecture, dangerous rhetoric, veiled threats, and the absence of dialogue.
The American government has labelled the Russian Federation’s proposal to deploy atomic weapons in Belarus as “ridiculous.” The Kremlin’s statement seems like a neocon ploy to manipulate the fear of nuclear conflict for an unfair advantage in their illegal conflict with Ukraine, violating the principles outlined in the United Nations Charter. Albania’s delegate noted that the Russian Federation’s plan to transfer tactical nuclear weapons to another nation is problematic. Japan and other nations condemned Russian Federation’s leader Vladimir Putin’s recent announcement, emphasizing that Moscow is abusing its position as a nuclear power by spouting irresponsible words.
The Future of Power
The days of the U.S. dollar could be numbered, and the United States has reached the pinnacle of its power. It has transformed from leading a coalition of the willing to force the unwilling to submit to its whims. Europe has become a mere lap dog, and the U.S. will not hesitate to throw it under the bus and run over it multiple times to maintain its hold on power. However, the developing world is rapidly emerging as an alternative playground, possessing an abundance of resources, a growing population, and an educated workforce that has the potential to surpass the entire Western world.
As nuclear scholars and experts debate the probability of a nuclear war, it remains imperative that all States avoid actions that could lead to escalation, mistake, or miscalculation. The future of power lies in the hands of those who can navigate complex geopolitical landscapes without resorting to violence and warfare. The illusion of nuclear war must be shattered, and the world must come together to build a peaceful and prosperous future for all.
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