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Russia and the United States will not use nuclear weapons because it is the ultimate taboo.

Said Apr 8, 2025 in Civilization #44: The Spanish Conquest of the New World @ 54:37

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No nuclear weapon has been used by Russia or the US as of Oct 2026. The claim has held so far but is open-ended.

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It's not going to happen because it's the ultimate taboo.

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Russia and the United States will not use nuclear weapons because it is the ultimate taboo.