Nuclear Arms Race

The Nuclear Arms Race refers to the competition between nations, particularly during the Cold War, to build and stockpile nuclear weapons. The United States and the Soviet Union were the primary players, each striving to outdo the other in both the quantity and sophistication of their arsenals. This buildup was driven by the belief that having more nuclear weapons would deter the other side from attacking. The race raised global tensions and fears of nuclear war, prompting treaties and disarmament negotiations in efforts to promote safety and reduce the number of nuclear weapons worldwide.