We are entirely for the idea that Europe shall be free from nuclear weapons, from medium-range weapons as well as tactical weapons. That would be a real zero option.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Brezhnev advocates for a nuclear-free Europe as a true zero option for disarmament.
- In plain terms
- Europe should be free of all nuclear weapons.
- What can you take from it?
- Complete disarmament is the ideal goal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is total disarmament safe?
- What is a zero option?
Another view
It may ignore security concerns requiring deterrence.
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