Description
In the aftermath of the USSR's dissolution, a host of new nations faced the daunting challenge of managing the extensive and often unstable stockpiles of weaponry left behind. This book delves into the complexities surrounding the proliferation of dangerous weapons in these fledgling states, where desperate conditions can lead to reckless decisions regarding military assets.
As these countries grapple with internal struggles and external pressures, the potential for these weapons to fall into the wrong hands becomes alarmingly real. The authors explore the geopolitical ramifications, providing a thorough analysis of the dynamics at play as these states navigate their newfound autonomy amidst a landscape fraught with peril.
As these countries grapple with internal struggles and external pressures, the potential for these weapons to fall into the wrong hands becomes alarmingly real. The authors explore the geopolitical ramifications, providing a thorough analysis of the dynamics at play as these states navigate their newfound autonomy amidst a landscape fraught with peril.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
296 pages
Language
English
Published
Jul 8, 1999
Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
0415922372
ISBN-13
9780415922371