“So I ask the nuclear powers to abandon the out-of-date thinking of the Cold War period and take a fresh look. Above all, I appeal to them to bear in mind the long-term threat that nuclear weapons pose to humankind and to begin action towards their elimination.”
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A Quest for Global Peace: Rotblat and Ikeda on War, Ethics and the Nuclear Threat
The book delves into the philosophical and ethical considerations surrounding war and nuclear weaponry, as discussed by Rotblat and Ikeda, offering insights into the challenges and potential solutions for achieving global peace. more
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Joseph Rotblat
Joseph Rotblat was a British physicist who made significant contributions to the field of atomic physics. He was a member of the Manhattan Project during World War II but later opposed nuclear weapons and became a leading advocate for nuclear disarmament and peace. Rotblat was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1995 for his efforts in promoting peace and disarmament. more
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