North Korea's Nuclear Arsenal: A Comprehensive Overview
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)
According to SIPRI, North Korea's military nuclear program remains central to its national security.
Nuclear Notebook
This Nuclear Notebook examines North Korea's nuclear arsenal.
North Korea's Nuclear Weapons
As of 2024, North Korea is estimated to have an arsenal of approximately 50 nuclear weapons.
The average estimate is 45 nuclear weapons, with a range of 35 to 65 nuclear weapons.
North Korea may have produced enough fissile material for 45 to 55 nuclear weapons.
Range of North Korea's Nuclear Weapons
Short-range ballistic missiles (SRBMs): Range of up to 1,000 kilometers
Medium-range ballistic missiles (MRBMs): Range of up to 3,000 kilometers
Intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs): Range of over 5,500 kilometers
Concerns about North Korea's Nuclear Program
- The possibility of nuclear proliferation
- The threat to regional and global security
- The humanitarian consequences of a nuclear conflict
International Efforts to Address North Korea's Nuclear Program
Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT): North Korea withdrew from the NPT in 2003.
Six-Party Talks: Involving North Korea, South Korea, the United States, China, Russia, and Japan.
United Nations Security Council Resolutions: Imposing sanctions on North Korea for its nuclear program.
Conclusion
North Korea's nuclear arsenal poses a significant threat to regional and global security.
The international community must continue to work together to address this issue and prevent the further proliferation of nuclear weapons.
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