‘The odds are not in our favour’: who sets the Doomsday Clock
With the war on Iran, Ukraine, AI and climate breakdown increasing the likelihood of a nuclear war, the clock stands closer to midnight than ever before. So who decides how many seconds we have left – and can we buy ourselves more time?
TL;DR
- The Doomsday Clock indicates a heightened risk of nuclear war.
- Factors contributing to this risk include wars in Iran and Ukraine, AI development, and climate breakdown.
- The proximity to midnight raises questions about who sets the clock and if more time can be gained.