According to the authors the INF Treaty brought about a “paradigm shift in the world’s most important bilateral security relationship” and “should not be abandoned lightly”. Formal dialogue on compliance should start by addressing “grey area” weapons.
Steve Andreasen examines the complexities of Euro-Atlantic security with regards to arms control, diplomacy with Russia and the role of NATO as nuclear Alliance.
In July 2014, the U.S. accused Russia of violating the 1987 INF treaty. The ELN has invited two renowned security experts to comment on the substance of the dispute and on the consequences for the Euro-Atlantic and global security environment.
Pavel Podvig argues that keeping the INF Treaty intact will serve Russia’s national security much better than rushing into new missile deployments.
David Kearn stipulates that calls for developing and deploying INF forces by either Russia or the US will provide little military benefit, but could greatly complicate the Euro-Atlantic security environment.
Carlo Trezza outlines what must be done to maintain the effectiveness of the Missile Technology Control Regime.