Make It Make Sense With Ayanda Nyathi - Nuclear Weapons And Their Influence In The World

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A nuclear weapon strike can completely destroy entire regions in an instant, and when nations possess these weapons, it instantly changes their leverage and power standing on the global stage. While the world would be a safer place without the threat of nuclear destruction looming behind major political tension, they remain a very pivotal part of global politics. With the United States recent strike on Iran's nuclear program sites, nuclear weapons will be a key talking point in global affairs in the weeks to come. We took a moment to speak to Brooks Spector, Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick, to help us understand why nuclear weapons matter so much in global politics. 
23 Jun 2025 English South Africa Music · Comedy

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