Germany Signs $2.3B Deal for Israeli Spike Missiles Through NATO
Germany will purchase Israel’s Spike anti-tank missiles in a $2.3 billion deal through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency.
UN Extends Arms Embargo on Haiti
The UN Security Council voted unanimously to extend the arms and military equipment embargo on Haiti for another year, and added two people to its sanctions list.
Spain Blocks US Arms Shipments to Israel Through Its Bases
Spain has barred the use of its military bases for the transfer of US weapons to Israel, including direct and transit shipments.
Spain Approves ‘Total’ Arms Embargo Against Israel
Spain approved a "total" arms embargo on Israel, part of a measure aimed at halting what PM Sanchez called "the genocide in Gaza."
Slovenia Says Will Ban Weapons Trade With Israel Over Gaza Conflict
Slovenia said Thursday that it will ban all weapons trade with Israel over the war in Gaza, in what it said is a first by an EU nation.
Germany Says to Continue Israel Arms Sales Amid Embargo Call
Germany will keep supplying weapons to Israel despite its intensified offensive in Gaza that has sparked international outcry, the foreign minister said on Monday, snubbing Spanish calls for an embargo.
Ugandan Troops Breached S.Sudan Arms Embargo: Amnesty
Amnesty International has called on the UN to enforce the arms embargo on S. Sudan, citing a violation due to the reported presence of Ugandan troops.
US Pentagon Chief Says Military Ready to Ensure Iran Never Gets a Nuclear Bomb
The US defense secretary reiterated Sunday that the United States hopes for a diplomatic solution to keep Iran from developing a nuclear weapon, but if that failed the military was ready "to go deep and to go big."
Trump Suggests US Releasing 2,000-Pound Bombs to Israel
Donald Trump said Saturday that a "lot of things" ordered by Israel were now being delivered, following a report that the US president had released a hold on the provision of 2,000-pound bombs.
Beijing Slams US Over Potential Chinese Drone Ban
China said it would take "all necessary measures" in response to the US announcing it was considering restrictions on commercial Chinese drones for national security reasons.
UAE Promises Not to Arm Sudan Paramilitaries as US Warns of Arms Export Ban
The United Arab Emirates, under fire in Washington, has told the US it has cut off weapons to paramilitaries in Sudan's brutal civil war.
Russian Military Suppliers Exploit Loophole in US Microchip Embargo
The Russian military continues to gain access to US-made microchips for its defense systems, as suppliers continue to exploit a loophole in acquiring this critical technology.
French Weapons in Sudan ‘In Violation of UN Embargo’: Amnesty
Military equipment built in France is being used in Sudan on armored vehicles, in "violation of the UN arms embargo" on Darfur, Amnesty International said.
UN Security Council Extends South Sudan Arms Embargo
The UN Security Council overcame resistance from several countries and extended an arms embargo and sanctions imposed in an effort to stem violence in South Sudan.
After Eurofighter, Germany OKs Iris-T Missile Sale to Saudi Arabia
Germany resumed direct arms exports to Saudi Arabia by approving the sale of missiles, ending a blockade in place since 2018.
UN Lifts Arms Embargo on Somali Forces
The UN Security Council lifted an arms embargo on Somali forces, but continued to maintain sanctions against the Al-Shabaab jihadist group.
N. Korea’s Kim Set for Arms Talks With Putin in Russia: US
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expects to meet with President Vladimir Putin in Russia to discuss providing arms to Moscow for its war in Ukraine, the US said.
UN Eases Arms Embargo on Central African Republic
The UN Security Council relaxed the arms embargo on the Central African Republic, allowing weaponry to flow to government forces.
UN Eases Weapons Embargo on DR Congo
The United Nations Security Council passed a resolution that eases a weapons embargo on the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Iran Interested in Russian Weapons Systems: Moscow Official
Iran is interested in purchasing a range of Russian weapons systems, the head of Russia’s Federal Service for Military and Technical Cooperation revealed Tuesday.
Iran Tests Home-Made Air Defense Systems
Iran tested home-made air defense systems during military exercises, state media said, days after the expiry of an international arms embargo against the Islamic republic.
Russia Vows Military Cooperation With Iran After UN Arms Embargo Ends
Russia said Tuesday it will develop military cooperation with Tehran after a United Nations arms embargo on Iran expires next month, despite US efforts to block arms deals.
EU Sanctions Three Firms for Breaking Libya Arms Embargo
The European Union imposed sanctions on three companies for breaching the UN arms embargo on Libya, drawing an angry reaction from Turkey.
Iran’s Rouhani Hopeful US Arms Embargo Push Will Fail
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani expressed "great hopes" Wednesday that a US bid to extend an arms embargo on his country will fail, warning of consequences if the UN Security Council backs it.
