Senator Nunn's Remarks at the World Affairs Council of Washington, D.C.
About
Senator Nunn discussed the need to immediately secure nuclear, biological and chemical weapons and materials wherever they are vulnerable around the world.
Understanding
the Terrorism Threat
WMD terrorism is a threat to global security. In 2010 testimony, the U.S. director of national intelligence said that dozens of identified domestic and international terrorists and terrorist groups have expressed intent to obtain and use WMD in future acts of terrorism.
Global Security Newswire
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Al-Qaeda Magazine Urges Chemical, Biological Strikes Against Foes
May 3, 2012
A recent edition of the magazine published by the Yemen branch of al-Qaeda urges adherents to launch biological and chemical attacks against the terrorist organization's enemies, CNN reported on Wednesday.
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EU Officials Propose Plan for Preventing WMD Terrorism
June 25, 2009
The executive branch of the European Union has moved to bolster the coalition's capabilities to prevent and respond to potential terrorist strikes involving weapons of mass destruction, Agence France-Presse reported yesterday (see GSN, May 19).
