Dossier
Warheads
Coverage of Warheads in the Nexus archive.
- India expands nuclear arsenal to around 190 warheads, says SIPRI Yearbook 2026
India has expanded its nuclear arsenal to approximately 190 warheads, according to the SIPRI Yearbook 2026. The report highlights New Delhi’s focus on developing longer-range nuclear weapons capable of targeting China.
- Nuclear powers ‘more dependent’ on atomic weapons, SIPRI warns
SIPRI warns that nuclear powers are becoming more dependent on atomic weapons. Approximately 100 additional warheads were deployed and operational in 2026.
- North Korea rapidly expanding nuclear weapons capability, UN watchdog warns
The UN's nuclear watchdog warns of North Korea's rapid progress in expanding its nuclear weapons capability, with concerns over its ability to miniaturize warheads for long-range missiles. While estimates suggest North Korea may have assembled 50 nuclear warheads, experts remain skeptical about its technical achievements.