Israel, Nuclear Weapons, and the NPT: Security Necessity or Double Standard?

Why has Israel never signed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)? Why is this issue so controversial? And what are the arguments both for and against Israel's long-standing policy of nuclear ambiguity?

In this episode of LISTEN: Global English, we take a balanced look at one of the most debated topics in international politics. You'll learn about the origins of the NPT, Israel's unique position outside the treaty, the arguments made by critics who see a double standard in the global nuclear system, and the arguments made by supporters who believe Israel's security concerns justify its current approach.

This episode is designed for upper-intermediate and advanced English learners and includes explanations of key vocabulary, useful  ...