Pugwash seeks a world free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction. Through our long-standing tradition of ‘dialogue across divides’ that also earned us the Nobel Peace Prize in 1995, Pugwash aims to develop and support the use of scientific, evidence-based policymaking, focusing on areas where nuclear and WMD risks are present. By facilitating track 1.5 and track II dialogues, we foster creative discussions on ways to increase the security of all sides and promote policy development that is cooperative and forward-looking.
On 6 January 2012 Pugwash organized a workshop which took place at a time of significantly increased tension between Iran and the West. Participants explored the development of Iran’s nuclear program, its impact on Israel’s security, increasing threats of a possible military attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, and prospects for a negotiated settlement.
Herzliya Report on Iran January 2012 [PDF]
Co-chairs: Paolo Cotta-Ramusino and Aharon Zohar
Rapporteur: Sandra Ionno Butcher
Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs 