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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Zombie knife' crime still bringing violence and mayhem to our streets despite ban

Despite a legal ban, the use of 'zombie knives' and similar weapons continues to contribute to street violence and crime in the UK.

Mar 21 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Finland wants to ease nuclear weapons ban

Finland's government is seeking to ease its complete ban on nuclear weapons, prompting controversy within the country.

Mar 16 • 07:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Should nuclear weapons be restricted in Finland during peacetime? Support for a common commitment from the National Coalition, PS, and RKP

Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen announced plans to remove the full ban on nuclear weapons in Finland, prompting an opposition outcry and a proposal for a commitment to ban nuclear weapons during peacetime.

Mar 14 • 04:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

There is now a dispute about nuclear weapons in Finland - here's what it's about

The Finnish government has proposed lifting the ban on bringing nuclear weapons to Finland amid rising security concerns, sparking political controversy.

Mar 13 • 14:25 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Political Struggle in Finland – the Government Wants to Abolish the Nuclear Weapons Ban

Finland's government is proposing changes to its nuclear weapons ban legislation to align with NATO's nuclear deterrence strategy, which has raised concerns among opposition leaders.

Mar 12 • 15:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Government and opposition clash over nuclear weapons – watch the question hour live at 4 PM

The opposition is challenging the Finnish government in parliament over the issue of nuclear weapons, which has sparked heated discussions following the government's proposal to lift the ban on importing such weapons into the country.

Mar 12 • 13:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI May Decide on Death Itself. The UN Wants a Ban, Poland Says 'No'

Poland opposes UN regulations intended to limit the use of autonomous lethal weapon systems (LAWS), citing potential negative impacts on its defense industry and technological innovation.

Mar 11 • 03:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran's Mojtaba May Change Father's Nuclear Weapon Ban

Iran’s newly elected Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is under scrutiny regarding whether he will revise his father's stance on nuclear weapons.

Mar 10 • 05:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Finland has lifted the ban on the deployment of nuclear weapons on its territory

Finland has removed restrictions on the deployment of nuclear weapons within its borders, signaling a shift in its defense policy.

Mar 9 • 14:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Peace Union outraged by the allowance of nuclear weapons: decision has been prepared in secret from Finns

The Finnish government has proposed to lift the ban on nuclear weapons, sparking outrage from the Peace Union, which argues the decision was made in secret and could undermine Finland's prior stance on disarmament.

Mar 8 • 13:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Risto E. J. Penttilä on the nuclear weapons law: "Dreadfully poorly prepared, but the current government is not to blame"

Finland is set to lift its ban on the import of nuclear weapons, a decision that has sparked criticism from the opposition and highlighted past governmental mistakes in defense policy.

Mar 7 • 09:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Antti Kaikkonen is upset

Antti Kaikkonen, the chairman of the Centre Party, criticizes the government's proposal to remove the ban on nuclear weapons.

Mar 6 • 15:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Russia issues nuclear weapons threat and vows to take ‘measures’ in NATO country

Russia has threatened to take measures against Finland after the country announced plans to lift its ban on hosting nuclear weapons, intensifying tensions in the region.

Mar 6 • 15:07 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Moscow warns new NATO member against hosting nukes

Russia has issued a warning to Finland against plans to lift a ban on nuclear weapons transit and storage, claiming it poses a direct threat to its national security.

Mar 6 • 14:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

This means the historic decision to allow nuclear weapons – read the summary

The Finnish government proposed the lifting of the ban on importing nuclear weapons to enhance NATO's nuclear deterrent.

Mar 6 • 11:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Kremlin: Nuclear Weapons in Finland a Threat to Russia

Russia perceives Finland's plans to repeal its nuclear weapon ban as a potential threat and promises to take action.

Mar 6 • 10:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Russia accuses Finland of escalating tensions by considering lifting the ban on hosting nuclear weapons

Russia has accused Finland of escalating tensions after Finland announced plans to lift a longstanding ban on the presence of nuclear weapons in the country.

Mar 6 • 10:21 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Finland considers lifting old ban on nuclear weapons

Finland is contemplating the repeal of a long-standing ban on nuclear weapons on its territory due to changing security dynamics in light of increased threats from Russia since the invasion of Ukraine.

Mar 6 • 08:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Finland plans to abandon the ban on deploying nuclear weapons on its territory

Finland is considering legal amendments to allow the deployment and storage of nuclear weapons in light of changing European security dynamics.

Mar 6 • 03:25 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Manitoba government introduces bills on crime, health and other issues

The Manitoba government has introduced a series of bills aimed at addressing crime and health issues, including a ban on the possession of pepper spray and long-bladed weapons in urban areas.

Mar 6 • 01:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The government is removing the nuclear weapons ban – Intense backlash has begun: 'Unsustainable'

Finland’s government plans to lift the ban on nuclear weapons, sparking significant criticism from opposition parties.

Mar 5 • 18:16 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Finland plans to lift the ban on the presence of nuclear weapons in the country

Finland intends to revoke its restrictions on the presence of nuclear weapons as part of aligning with NATO deterrence policies.

Mar 5 • 17:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Finland plans to lift the ban on nuclear weapons

The Finnish government announced its intention to lift restrictions on the possession of nuclear weapons, aligning the country with NATO's deterrence policies.

Mar 5 • 17:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SDP and the Left Alliance criticize the preparation for the removal of nuclear weapons ban

The Finnish government is preparing to allow the importation of nuclear weapons, drawing criticism from opposition parties for lack of transparency.

Mar 5 • 17:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Finland's government wants to repeal the nuclear weapons ban

Finland's government has proposed repealing its current ban on nuclear weapons in order to enhance national security in a changing global environment.

Mar 5 • 16:43 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Nuclear weapons discussed in Finland - ban on transport may be lifted

Finland is considering changes to its nuclear law, which may allow the transport of nuclear weapons through its territory, despite currently having a total ban.

Mar 5 • 15:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Lebanese government bans Hezbollah's military activity

The Lebanese government has imposed an immediate ban on all security and military activities by Hezbollah, demanding the group to surrender its weapons.

Mar 2 • 11:56 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Iran reminds that the country has a ban on nuclear weapons

Iranian President emphasizes the country's ban on nuclear weapons amidst ongoing tensions with the USA.

Feb 26 • 07:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Ban nuclear weapons in the Nordics

A call to legally prohibit nuclear weapons in Nordic countries amidst growing concerns over their potential placement as NATO members.

Feb 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Weapons Bans Zones: Hundreds of Knives and Other Weapons Confiscated

Hessen has designated ten cities as weapons ban zones to enhance safety, resulting in the confiscation of hundreds of knives and weapons.

Feb 17 • 17:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Campaign in Hadhramaut to enforce weapons ban and investigation committee visits prisons in Aden

Yemeni security forces have been implementing a weapons ban in the city of Sayoun, Hadhramaut for three consecutive days, while a government investigation committee has visited prisons in the temporary capital, Aden.

Feb 4 • 03:28 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

How to Respond to the Nuclear Ban Treaty? Japan's Hibakusha Association Conducts Survey, No Responses from LDP Legislators

The Japan Confederation of A-Bomb Sufferers Organizations conducted a survey regarding the Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty, revealing that only 21% of legislators responded, with none from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party expressing support for Japan to sign and ratify the treaty.

Feb 3 • 08:16 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Hadhramaut launches campaign to ban carrying arms and Al-Mahra gives a grace period to those involved in looting

In Yemen's Hadhramaut province, authorities have initiated a campaign to prohibit the carrying of firearms in public and at government facilities, while Al-Mahra province grants a 10-day grace period for individuals involved in looting military weapons to surrender them.

Jan 14 • 17:53 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Gießen: Controls confirm weapons ban zones

In Gießen, after three years of debate, designated weapons ban zones have been established, and initial controls suggest the decision is effective, although such zones may not prevent knife attacks.

Jan 3 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Double control at the grapes of Sol: 15,000 people allowed and a ban on flares, weapons, and glass objects

A security and emergency device will be implemented for both the pre-grapes event and New Year's Eve, with over 650 agents, drones, and firefighters monitoring the area.

Dec 30 • 13:36 UTC

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