Trump’s threats to ‘kill a civilisation’ were unhinged. That’s exactly how a nuclear option works
- Posted on April 9, 2026
- By The Sydney Morning Herald
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Trump’s threats to ‘kill a civilisation’ were unhinged. That’s exactly how a nuclear option works
The US president has the power to quickly and unilaterally launch nuclear strikes. He is briefed by the military before taking office, and his advisors have no power to stop him.
