Nuclear Weapons’ Illegality in International Law
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Nuclear Weapons, Illegality, Impact, International LawAbstract
Nuclear weapons are globally recognised as the most dangerous weapons in existence. Their destructive power is incalculable, not only harming the environment, but also affecting the survival and development of mankind and endangering global peace. This paper argues the illegitimacy of nuclear weapons in international law not only by talking about their adverse effects, but also by discussing their own characteristics, such as indistinguishability and overkill.
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