A weapon of mass destruction (WMD) causes large-scale death, injury, or environmental devastation. These include nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological agents. Used primarily for strategic deterrence or terror, WMDs benefit state actors seeking geopolitical leverage or non-state groups aiming to maximize psychological impact. Their existence fuels global security debates on disarmament and non-proliferation.
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