United States Nuclear Arsenal

The United States nuclear arsenal consists of a stockpile of nuclear weapons designed for deterrence against threats. It includes strategic systems like intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs), as well as bombers equipped with nuclear capabilities. The U.S. maintains these weapons as a safeguard for national security, aiming to prevent nuclear war through a strategy known as mutually assured destruction. Ongoing efforts focus on modernization and maintaining safety and reliability, while international treaties shape the landscape of nuclear armament and disarmament. Overall, the arsenal is a key component of U.S. defense policy.