Reducing nuclear risk

Through open-source research, analytical foresight and engagement of impact-capable networks.

The goal of Open Nuclear Network is to reduce the risk that nuclear weapons are used in response to error, uncertainty or misdirection, particularly in the context of escalating conflict, using innovation, inclusion and dialogue supported by open source data.

Monitor

Monitor and assess open source data

Analyse

Analyse information and produce actionable briefs

Engage

Engage decision makers through trusted networks

De-Escalate

Improve dialogue and de-escalate nuclear threat

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OUR COMMITMENTS

Innovation

Using cutting edge technologies for open source data analysis

Inclusion

Working with professionally and culturally diverse teams of experts and decision makers from all relevant countries.

Dialogue

Making sure that the conflict we are working on is resolved through peaceful diplomatic means where all parties could have substantive conversation about the root-cause of the conflict supported by fact-based analysis

Latest Analyses, News and Events

Project Loop Special Monitoring Report: The Iran War

As part of Project Loop, Open Nuclear Network (ONN) has published a new Special Monitoring Report, The Iran War: Stakeholder Positions and Prospects for a Future Nuclear Agreement, authored by ONN Assistant Analyst and Coordinator Benjamin Ashraf. The report examines the positions of key regional and international stakeholders and assesses the prospects for a future nuclear agreement between Iran and the United States.

October 27, 2026
Olamide Samuel Discusses the Role of Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones in Reducing Nuclear Risks on IISS Podcast

ONN Network and Engagement Specialist Dr Olamide Samuel joined an episode of The Arms Control Primer, a podcast produced by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) on behalf of the EU Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Consortium, to discuss the role of Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones (NWFZs) in strengthening non-proliferation and reducing nuclear risks.

October 21,2026
Pyongyang's Large Hypersonic Missiles

ONN's Special Monitoring Report, "Pyongyang's Large Hypersonic Missiles. Development, Performance and Operational Status", authored by ONN Senior Analyst Tianran Xu, examines North Korea’s two large hypersonic missile systems, the conical-shaped “Hwasong-16Ga” and the wedge-shaped Hwasong-16Na, following the first reported operational launch of the former on 3 October 2026.

October 19, 2026