Sharon Squassoni
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British and French Nuclear Submarine Collision and Nonproliferation
The collision of British and French nuclear-armed submarines in early February underscored the need to engage other countries in strategic arms limitation talks.
Source: Global Journalist Radio

Collisions between U.S. and Russian submarines have occurred in the past, but the more recent incident underscored the need to engage other countries in strategic arms limitation talks, Squassoni said.
About the Author
Former Senior Associate, Nuclear Policy Program
Squassoni came to Carnegie from the Congressional Research Service. She also served for nine years in the executive branch. Her last position at the State Department was director of Policy Coordination in the Nonproliferation Bureau.
- Grading Progress on 13 Steps Toward Nuclear DisarmamentOther
- Nuclear Energy: Rebirth or Resuscitation?Report
Sharon Squassoni
Recent Work
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