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A '''security delema''' is a [[paradox]]ical problem in [[international politics]] typically arising from the existence of two powerful [[realist]] states. Realists believe in using or displaying force in order to ensure their security, but another realist state may see a buildup of force as a security threat and raise its own force capabilities. This then causes the first power to raise its force capabilities yet again and a vicious circle of competitive power accumulation can occur.<ref>Bruce Russett, Harvey Starr and David Kinsella. ''World Politics: The Menu for Choice''. 2006</ref> A real world example of a security delema is the [[arms race]] between the [[United States of America]] and the [[Soviet Union]] during the [[Cold War]].
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A '''security delema''' is a [[paradox]]ical problem in [[international politics]] typically arising from the existence of two powerful [[realist]] states. Realists believe in using or displaying force in order to ensure their security, but another realist state may see a buildup of force as a security threat and raise its own force capabilities. This then causes the first power to raise its force capabilities yet again and a vicious circle of competitive power accumulation can occur.<ref>Bruce Russett, Harvey Starr and David Kinsella. ''World Politics: The Menu for Choice''. 2006</ref> A real world example of a security dilemma is the [[arms race]] between the [[United States of America]] and the [[Soviet Union]] during the [[Cold War]].
    
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