Doomsday Clock Holds at 90 Seconds to Midnight Amid Global Tensions and Climate Crisis

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists cites Russia's actions in Ukraine, Israel's war in Gaza, and the escalating climate crisis as key factors driving the risk of global catastrophe.

The Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been, for the second year in a row, indicating the world is on the brink of catastrophe.
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists cites Russia's potential use of nuclear weapons amid its invasion of Ukraine, Israel's war on Gaza, and worsening climate change as factors driving the risk of global catastrophe.
Russia's actions, including suspending participation in the New START treaty with the United States and deploying tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, have escalated tensions and increased the risk of nuclear war.
Climate change is also a significant concern, with 2023 recorded as the hottest year on record and global greenhouse gas emissions continuing to rise.
The Bulletin also warns about the risks of disruptive technologies like AI and biological research, which are advancing faster than their safeguards.