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This is Not the Time to Relax the Rules on U.S. Firearms Exports

The Trump Administration made it easier for U.S. suppliers to export firearms abroad by relaxing restrictions on exports to dangerous…

January 7, 2026

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Reversal of U.S. Landmine Ban Endangers Civilians and Undermines Human Rights Globally

The Pentagon’s reported landmine policy change would be a major setback for the protection of civilians in conflict zones. 

December 23, 2025

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Germany: Resumption of Arms Transfers to Israel Reckless, Unlawful and Risks Complicity in Israel’s International Crimes

All states have a duty to prevent and punish genocide. Governments that continue to supply arms to Israel contravene their…

November 24, 2025

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We Must Keep Eyes on Sudan

Families in Sudan are trapped as the RSF carry out house-to-house killings, sexual violence, and other brutal attacks.

November 5, 2025

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Slovenia: Facilitating the Transfer of Arms to Israel ‘Alarming’ and Violates International Law

Media reports show that A-E Electronics, a subsidiary of Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems, used a Slovenian port to send…

August 22, 2025

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The Tide is Turning in D.C.: Growing Support to Stop Arming Israel

As Israel’s genocide against Palestinians continues unabated in the occupied Gaza Strip there is growing support to stop arming Israel.

August 13, 2025

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Sudan: Life-Saving Aid Must Reach the People Caught Between the Rains and Conflict

Internally displaced persons and refugees in North Darfur fear the rains will heighten the risk of diseases and make dire…

July 14, 2025

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Nine Years On, Pulse Shooting Reminds Us of the Deadly Mix of Hate and Guns

The Pulse Nightclub was the result of pervasive harmful rhetoric against the LGBTQI+ community and the proliferation of small arms…

June 12, 2025

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Letter From 30+ NGOs Asks Congress to Support the JRD on Weapons Sales to the UAE

Amnesty International and 30+ Sudanese and human rights organizations sent a letter asking Congress to support the JRD on weapons…

June 9, 2025

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South Sudan: Renewal of UN Arms Embargo a Welcome Move to Protect Civilians

The renewal of the UN Security Council arms embargo on South Sudan is crucial to curtailing the flow of weapons…

June 2, 2025

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This is Real Life, Not Science Fiction: Why We Need a Treaty to Stop Killer Robots

Lethal autonomous weapons systems cannot comply with international human rights and humanitarian laws. We need a global, binding treaty to…

May 9, 2025

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Myanmar: Inhumane Military Attacks in Earthquake Areas Hindering Relief Efforts

Myanmar’s military must refrain from deliberate air strikes and other forms of attack on civilian targets in areas impacted by…

April 1, 2025