Virginia Gamba: "Today there is no way to limit the number of weapons, the conventions that addressed the issue have ended"
Virginia Gamba discusses the alarming increase in global weapon proliferation and the ineffectiveness of multilateral organizations in regulating arms control.
Mayotte: man killed after attacking two gendarmes with a weapon during a traffic stop
A man was fatally shot by a gendarme after attacking officers with a weapon during a traffic control in Mayotte.
A US senator proposed a law to limit the use of AI in the Pentagon and prevent lethal decisions without human control
US Senator Elissa Slotkin has introduced the AI Guardrails Act of 2026 to establish formal regulations on the use of artificial intelligence in the Pentagon, particularly focusing on lethal autonomous weapons and nuclear weapon control.
Crossbow sales to be banned in major crackdown after harrowing triple murder
The UK government is set to ban crossbow sales and require licensing for existing owners following a series of violent incidents involving the weapon.
Artificial Intelligence, Politics, and War
The U.S. Department of Defense is in a dispute with AI company Anthropic over contract terms related to the use of an AI program for military purposes, specifically regarding autonomous weapon control and citizen surveillance.
15-year-old arrested – with murder weapon in waistband
A 15-year-old was arrested in connection with a shooting incident that killed two people in Biskopsgården, where a 22-year-old shooter was also involved.
Virginia man charged with selling weapon used by Old Dominion university gunman
A Virginia man faces charges for illegally selling a firearm used in a shooting at Old Dominion University that resulted in one death and two injuries.
Dunblane gunman left a 'scene from hell' now families warn it could happen again
Families of Dunblane massacre victims warn that gun laws protecting children may be at risk due to modern threats like 3D weapon printing and American-style shooting ranges.
Was Iran really building a nuclear weapon? – podcast
Experts discuss the misconceptions surrounding Iran's nuclear program and the potential consequences of military action.
Scientific Surprise: Water is Your Secret Weapon Against Bed Bugs
A new study indicates that water can be an effective deterrent against bed bugs, which are notoriously difficult to eliminate.
South Africa: Arms Committee Fails to Explain SA's Weapon Sales to Saudi Arabia and UAE
The National Conventional Arms Control Committee (NCACC) in South Africa is under scrutiny for failing to document its weapon sales to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, despite a court ruling ordering it to do so.
USA: Father of a school shooter convicted of murder
The father of a 14-year-old school shooter in Georgia has been convicted of murder for providing the weapon his son used in a shooting that killed four people.
The battle for control over military AI uses has fully erupted in the USA. Who will win?
The ongoing conflict between the U.S. government and AI company Anthropic revolves around military applications of AI technology and concerns over autonomous weapon systems.
Man is arrested with a weapon in Resende
A man was arrested for illegal possession of a firearm in Resende, Brazil, following a police response to reports of gunfire in the area.
Wassenaar Arrangement: will China join or kill this 30-year-old weapon control club?
The article discusses China's potential role in the Wassenaar Arrangement, a key international regime controlling defense tech exports, amid its advancements in military technology.
A man fires a shot with a police officer's weapon during a control in downtown Paris
A homeless man attempted to seize a police officer's weapon and fired a shot during a control in central Paris.
Criminal prosecution against Christos Mavrikis for illegal possession of weapons and reckless gunfire
Christos Mavrikis has been prosecuted for several misdemeanors related to illegal weapon possession and reckless gunfire after a dispute with an Albanian man.
How does Washington and the Coordination Framework read Maliki's position on weapon control?
A political crisis has emerged within Iraq's Shiite Coordination Framework following former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's statements advocating for the consolidation of weapon control within the state.
What is the powerful cutting-edge laser weapon tested by the Pentagon that forced the closure of airspace in El Paso, Texas
The Pentagon tested a new laser weapon that resulted in a temporary airspace closure in El Paso, Texas, after concerns over safety risks arose.
SP arrests 430 men in 3 days for violence against women
In a recent crackdown, 430 men accused of violence against women were arrested in São Paulo over three days, with actions led by the Civil Police resulting in numerous weapon seizures and attempts to enforce protective measures for victims.
Russia follows nuclear weapons treaty – if the USA does
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Russia will continue to adhere to nuclear weapon limitations established under the expired New START treaty with the USA, but only contingent on similar actions from the USA.
New Agreement or New Arms Race?
Donald Trump is considering the resumption of nuclear weapon testing and increasing the active stockpile of nuclear arms following the expiration of a key arms control agreement with Russia.
Russia says it is ready for world without nuclear limits
Russia has expressed its willingness to enter a new phase without nuclear weapon limits following the impending expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START-III).
What are the external influences on the issue of weapon control in Lebanon?
As Israel intensifies its airstrikes in Lebanon, the debate over the consolidation of arms under state control continues, with Hezbollah opposing such measures and warning against complying with Israeli and American agendas.
RNC chair bets on ‘secret weapon’ to defy midterm history, protect GOP majorities
Republican National Committee Chair Joe Gruters aims to maintain GOP control in Congress during the challenging midterm elections despite historical trends against the party in power.
A Lebanese official: The second phase of weapon control requires national agreements
A Lebanese military official stated that the second phase of weapon control necessitates national agreements and support for the army, which needs to recruit 4,000 personnel following the withdrawal of UNIFIL forces.
Lebanese President: The Army is About to Implement the Weapon Control Decision
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that the army is actively implementing the decision to restrict weapons to the state, emphasizing operational control in the southern region of Litani to prevent military operations.
Lebanese Progress in Weapon Control South of the Litani
The Lebanese army announced the first phase of its plan to control weapons in the area south of the Litani River, a region that has been a central conflict point between Lebanon and Israel.