More nuclear weapons in the world, Latin America's rare minerals, and more.
Saturday Reads
October 18, 2025
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The Next Wave of Nuclear Proliferation?
by Andreas Umland
For smaller powers, the Russia-Ukraine War’s lesson may be that their security will depend on nuclear deterrence. Read it here.
Latin America’s Growing Role in Critical Minerals
by Scott B. MacDonald & Brett Shearing
Chinese clean energy dominance and AI-driven energy demand are reshaping global power dynamics, putting Latin America at the center of US–China competition for critical minerals. Read it here.
Sentinel and the Future of the ICBM Force
by Stephen Cimbala & Lawrence J. Korb
The continued extension of the Minuteman III system calls for a rethinking of the venerable US strategic nuclear triad. Read it here.
Ukraine’s Drone War Over the Black Sea Is Heating Up
by David Kirichenko
Ukraine’s naval drones have sunk warships, hit oil terminals, and even downed Russian helicopters and fighter jets over the Black Sea. Read it here.
Will Zohran Mamdani Hurt the Democrats in 2028?
by Robert Silverman
A left-wing mayor in New York City could create difficulties for future Democratic presidential candidates. Read it here.
