Debak Das

The most likely reason this AI answer is wrong is that it only considers the locations of the USAF bases where these operational ICBMs are deployed: F.E. Warren in Wyoming, Malmstrom in Montana, and Minot in North Dakota. But F.E. Warren’s missiles are spread across Wyoming, Colorado, and Nebraska.

What does the end of the New START treaty mean for the nuclear non-proliferation regime and the NPT? I'm glad to have this new piece out at Observer Research Foundation Middle East. Especially this week with the NPT Review Conference underway. orfme.org/expert-speak...

Korbel Professor and nuclear expert @debak.bsky.social joins 9News to break down how the U.S.–Iran conflict is centered on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure—and what that means for escalation and risk.

When the U.S. bombs a country it is negotiating with, other nations notice. Korbel Prof @debak.bsky.social explains why the strike on Iran doesn't just end one deal — it reshapes every future conversation about nuclear weapons. @us.theconversation.com

In my new piece for @theconversation.com, I argue that war on Iran during nuclear negotiations undermines the US’s ability to talk peace around the world − and the effects won’t end when Trump leaves office. theconversation.com/war-on-iran-...

Need a new podcast? Check out Sheepland, with Korbel students and faculty behind the mic discussing some of the most pressing issues of our time. The first two episodes feature @debak.bsky.social discussing nuclear weapons and @epsteinprof.bsky.social on Russia's war against Ukraine.

I'm looking forward to speaking at the Colorado Foothills World Affairs Council tomorrow on this new reality of a world without arms control treaties and how that might affect the future of nuclear proliferation. If you're in the Denver area, do come by! #Nuclear #ArmsControl

What happens when the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty expires? On Feb 5, the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty will end & the first time since the Cold War that the US and Russia would have no legally binding limits on their nuclear arsenals. Learn more from Korbel's @debak.bsky.social:

For the first time in 54 years, there won't be an arms control treaty between the U.S. & Russia next week. It was pleasure to discuss the impeding expiration of the New START Treaty with India's World Magazine. @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social @siecenter.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5YB...

Happy to announce the 1st ever @isanet.bsky.social conference in South Asia in August 2026. Hosted in Colombo, Sri Lanka, we welcome proposals from scholars based in and/or studying South Asian politics & international relations, but also broader global themes ofc www.isanet.org/Conferences/...

Research from Korbel’s @debak.bsky.social expands how we think about today’s more complex security challenges.

Very pleased to see that my article "Explaining the Proliferation of Nuclear Delivery Vehicles" was the most read piece on Security Studies for 2025. Check out the article here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

In the list: Korbel's @epsteinprof.bsky.social & @debak.bsky.social explain that without credible U.S. security guarantees, nuclear proliferation is likely to increase rapidly across Europe and Asia. Link to article: foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/14/t...

In @defensenews.bsky.social about India's Rocket Forces. So far, there has been no public discussion about the conventional deep strike capability against Chinese strategic infrastructure,” Das said. “The problem with adopting such a doctrine is that China could do the same.” tinyurl.com/nzxzcv4y

Congrats to Korbel's @debak.bsky.social, named a DU Public Impact Fellow! 🎉 The program helps faculty share their research with broader audiences and highlight the impact of their work across the university.

From Korbel Prof @debak.bsky.social in @defensenews.bsky.social: “So far, there has been no public discussion about the conventional deep strike capability against Chinese strategic infrastructure,” Das said. “The problem with adopting such a doctrine is that China could do the same against India.”

Korbel Faculty @hilarymatfess.bsky.social, @debak.bsky.social, @naazneenbarma.bsky.social, and Jonathan Moyer are among those who recently received grants recognizing and supporting their impactful research. Congrats! 🎉

A new roundtable by CISAC affiliate @laurensukin.bsky.social and Rohan Mukherjee examines the evolving global nuclear order, with several papers by former CISAC postdocs that show the interconnected nature of nuclear challenges and the vital role of domestic politics.

It was a delight to discuss the Global Nuclear Order and the Proliferation of Nuclear Delivery Systems at the Athenaeum series at Claremont McKenna College earlier this week! @cmc.edu

Read @debak.bsky.social in a new @tnsr.org roundtable: From India–Pakistan skirmishes to US–China rivalry, nuclear stability in Southern Asia is under pressure. Factor in AUKUS-driven sub tech transfers, and the risk of escalation grows.

How is U.S.—China rivalry fueling a dangerous cascade of nuclear proliferation across Southern Asia? @debak.bsky.social explores the ripple effects of AUKUS and regional competition. 📖 Read here: tnsr.org/roundtable/n...

One year unilateral adherence to New START treaty being proposed by Moscow is a positive sign that the last remaining arms control mechanism between the US and Russia does not need to disappear after February 2026. #ArmsControl #NukeSky nbcnews.com/world/russia...

I’m happy to share this paper in @cpsjournal.bsky.social on democracy and national narratives, with insights from South Korea and Taiwan. It is part of a special issue on postcolonial narratives with @paulschuler.bsky.social, @deandulay.bsky.social, + others. journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

BTG alum Debak Das just published Explaining the Proliferation of Nuclear Delivery Vehicles in Security Studies. Check in out below. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

Korbel Prof @debak.bsky.social: Given the recent crises over China’s new ICBM silos, Iran’s ballistic missile testing, and North Korea’s continued expansion of missile forces, policymakers need to understand how states proliferate nuclear delivery vehicles to be able to limit their spread.

🚨 How & why do nuclear delivery vehicles proliferate? My article on the spread of delivery vehicles is out at Security Studies! #OpenAccess It explains: - Why the NPT allows nuclear delivery vehicles to spread - How did India acquire its #nuclear delivery technology tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

Well, everyone, I've found it: the academic paper with the worst pun title possible. The search can finally end. This cannot be beat.

🚨Denver folks! Join us next Monday for a conversation on "Nuclear Uncertainties & the Future of Arms Control" with Rose Gottemoeller at Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver! Date: June 2, 2025 Time: 5:30pm Register: crimsonconnect.du.edu/KOR/rsvp_boo...

🚨 Colorado folks - Happening next week! Fireside conversation with @ssp-mit.bsky.social Prof. Vipin Narang at the @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social We will speak about the new nuclear age, nuclear proliferation & recent nuclear crises! #NukeSky Time: May 19, 5:30pm Register: tinyurl.com/4emsrahu

🚨 Colorado folks - Happening next week! Fireside conversation with @ssp-mit.bsky.social Prof. Vipin Narang at the @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social We will speak about the new nuclear age, nuclear proliferation & recent nuclear crises! #NukeSky Time: May 19, 5:30pm Register: tinyurl.com/4emsrahu

Join us next Monday for a fireside chat-style conversation between @debak.bsky.social and Dr. Vipin Narang about nuclear threats, deterrence, & proliferation! RSVP: cglink.me/2fC/r2269461 @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social

Pakistan calling a meeting of the Nuclear Command Authority - the top body that oversees its nuclear arsenal - is irresponsible and dangerous. Even though it might just be signaling - its one that raises stakes of the conflict. www.reuters.com/world/india/...

Want to better understand the latest military escalation between India and Pakistan? Korbel Prof @debak.bsky.social breaks it down in an informative interview on KOA News Radio. Listen here: koacolorado.iheart.com/featured/ros...

I'm excited to be back at @stanfordcisac.bsky.social (CISAC) tomorrow to give a talk on my research on nuclear delivery vehicles and the global non-proliferation regime! Do come by if you are around!

What's the linkage between missile and nuclear proliferation? How does the transfer of missiles make inadvertent escalation likelier? Can deterrence save the day? @debak.bsky.social, @frhoffmann.bsky.social ,and Ejaz Haider answer these and other all-important questions. youtu.be/Yexus9m6AiA