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nuclear

[noo-klee-er, nyoo-, -kyuh-ler] / ˈnu kli ər, ˈnju-, -kjə lər /




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Still, “uncertainty remains over key issues, including Iran’s nuclear program and future governance of the Strait of Hormuz, which could complicate negotiations during the ongoing ceasefire period.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

The kingdom is a major customer for American arms and a source of investment capital, including for critical mineral supply chains, artificial intelligence and civil nuclear cooperation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

They also gave themselves at least 60 days to reach a final deal that covers Iran's nuclear programme, US sanctions and a permanent truce.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

"It would be...not misplaced to refer to their capabilities as akin to digital nuclear weapons," Ratcliffe said.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

But while other power plants burn oil, gas, or coal to generate the heat that starts the process, nuclear power plants use uranium.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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