(AP Photo)The United States has warned countries against supporting non-state actors and terrorist groups trying to obtain or employ nuclear weapons. Shannon said that nuclear terrorism remained a major threat in the 21st century and countries need to work to mitigate it. The report said the US would try and prevent terrorists from obtaining nuclear weapons or technology and respond to nuclear incidents by locating and disabling a nuclear device or managing the consequences of a nuclear detonation. According to the report, the US will continue its efforts to minimise the number of nuclear weapons states, including by maintaining credible US-extended nuclear deterrence and assurance; and deny terrorist organisations access to nuclear weapons and materials. The US will enhance cooperation with its allies, partners, and international institutions to combat nuclear terrorism, and deterring state support for nuclear terrorism through advanced forensics and attribution capabilities.

Source: Indian Express February 03, 2018 06:12 UTC