> This has been the most peaceful period in history.

Not really.

Not for the middle east anyway.

Although I see your point about having nuclear weapons resulting in less wars. The USA and USSR never actually got in a direct war.

OTOH, if just one reckless leader decides to use nukes, just for once, it will probably start an endless nuclear war.

It's a double edged sword.

Wonder what would happen if every country in the middle east had them, or say, major countries (Turkey, and some Arab country).