Key Terms: CTBT bans all nuclear explosions, for any purpose, warlike or peaceful. In order to enter into force, the CTBT must be signed and ratified by 44 listed countries that have some form of nuclear technological capability, including the US.

Official UN Treaty Website

Preparatory Commission for the CTBT - The Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO Preparatory Commission) is an international organization established by the States Signatories to the Treaty on 19 November 1996. It carries out the necessary preparations for the effective implementation of the Treaty, and prepares for the first session of the Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty.

Coalition to Reduce Nuclear Dangers on CTBT - Home of a pro-CTBT coalition, this site is an exhaustive source of information on the treaty, including statements of support and analysis of the treaty.

Federation of American Scientists on CTBT - Comprehensive source of information on the CTBT, including texts, documents and news.