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Cooperation: attitudes of Khrushchev and Kennedy; Hot-line; Moscow Test Ban Treaty; nuclear non-proliferation treaty; cut back in materials for nuclear weapons.

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Confrontation and cooperation, c1963–1972 (A-level only)

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Cooperation: attitudes of Khrushchev and Kennedy; Hot-line; Moscow Test Ban Treaty; nuclear non-proliferation treaty; cut back in materials for nuclear weapons

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Which agreement aimed to limit nuclear testing and was signed in 1963?

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The Moscow Test Ban Treaty was signed in 1963 to prohibit nuclear tests in the atmosphere, underwater, and in space.

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Nuclear Test Ban Treaty: An agreement that prohibits nuclear testing in the atmosphere, underwater, and in space, signed in 1963.
Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty: A treaty signed in 1968 aimed at preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and promoting peaceful nuclear energy.

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Confusing treaties: Remember that the Moscow Test Ban Treaty focuses on banning nuclear tests, while the NPT is about preventing the spread of nuclear weapons.

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