China, Rusia și Coreea de Nord sporesc focoasele nucleare desfășurate pe rachete. Ce face NATO • Newsweek România

The global number of deployed nuclear warheads is increasing for the first time in years, with China, Russia, and North Korea expanding their arsenals. According to SIPRI, by early 2026, nine countries are expected to possess around 12,187 nuclear warheads, with 4,012 deployed. Russia leads with 1,796 deployed warheads, marking a four-year increase. The U.S. maintains 1,770 deployed warheads, while China has increased its deployed warheads from 24 to 34. India is also noted for having 12 deployed warheads. NATO remains steady, with the UK keeping its arsenal at 225 warheads and planning to acquire F-35A jets for nuclear capability. France's nuclear stockpile remains stable at 290 warheads, with modernization efforts underway.