Nuclear proliferation and moderation of regional conflicts.
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Title
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Nuclear proliferation and moderation of regional conflicts.
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Identifier
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AAI9431363
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identifier
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9431363
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Creator
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Harel, Yacov.
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Contributor
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Adviser: Howard Lentner
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Date
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1994
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Language
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English
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Publisher
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City University of New York.
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Subject
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Political Science, International Law and Relations | Political Science, General
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Abstract
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This dissertation analyzes the introduction of nuclear capability and strategy into conflictive regions, and the likely political effects of the emergent nuclear balances of terror. It examines the applicability of nuclear deterrence as a strategic concept and an existential phenomenon to the management of regional conflict. This study perceives regional nuclearization in terms of nuclear potential, whether nuclear option or bomb in the basement. The central focus is upon the moderation of regional conflicts as a result of nuclearization. The critical question is whether regional nuclearization will have the same political impact that it had on the superpowers, notwithstanding the significant differences between the two nuclear balances which we analyze, and on peace through accommodation. The investigation elaborates the likely political outcomes of nuclear proliferation and the effect on conflict behavior of Secondary Nuclear Powers (SNP). The hypothesis of the study argues that nuclear deterrence among SNPs is likely to reach a sufficient level of stability, induce cooperation and restrain conflicts. These processes may bring about relaxation of tensions and moderation of conflicts.;The regional case studies reveal tendencies which are similar to the superpowers' behavior. Nuclear proliferation contributes to the creation of regional balances of terror, and encourages reciprocal consciousness of the nuclear threshold. The nuclear consciousness stimulates cooperation in order to reduce risks and enhance stability. The nuclear and political developments are likely to reinforce moderation and restraint of regional conflicts.
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Type
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dissertation
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Source
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PQT Legacy CUNY.xlsx
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degree
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Ph.D.
