These Are the Countries Importing the Most American GunsThe U.S. is the largest global arms manufacturer, currently producing weapons for 109 countries and leading in international arms exports.
Germany slows arms exports to Israel without admitting it DW 09/27/2024The German government has paused arms exports to Israel since 2024, denying any policy change despite significant drops in military support.
German arms exports: Churches question U-turn DW 12/19/2024Germany's arms exports reached a record $12.6 billion in 2023, raising concerns over arms sales to problematic nations.
Fear of China, Russia and Iran is driving weapons sales: ReportUS and France lead global arms exports, Russia sales declineAggressive postures of disruptive states drive arms sales globally
These Are the Countries Importing the Most American GunsThe U.S. is the largest global arms manufacturer, currently producing weapons for 109 countries and leading in international arms exports.
Germany slows arms exports to Israel without admitting it DW 09/27/2024The German government has paused arms exports to Israel since 2024, denying any policy change despite significant drops in military support.
German arms exports: Churches question U-turn DW 12/19/2024Germany's arms exports reached a record $12.6 billion in 2023, raising concerns over arms sales to problematic nations.
Fear of China, Russia and Iran is driving weapons sales: ReportUS and France lead global arms exports, Russia sales declineAggressive postures of disruptive states drive arms sales globally
Pro-Palestinian groups sue Dutch gov't for failing to stop Gaza genocide'Dutch NGOs are pressing for a ban on arms exports to Israel, citing obligations to prevent human rights violations in Gaza.
Rights Groups: UK Must Go Further Than "Long Overdue" Suspension of Israel Arms LicensesThe U.K. has suspended some arms licenses to Israel, citing a risk of law violations, but has not included F-35 parts.
NATO obligations cannot override international lawNATO members' obligations cannot dismiss international law, especially regarding arms exports that could violate humanitarian norms.
Labour government's shift on Gaza not enough, say British Muslims, scholarsThe Labour Party's stance on the Gaza conflict has alienated its traditional supporters, particularly British Muslims.
Pro-Palestinian groups sue Dutch gov't for failing to stop Gaza genocide'Dutch NGOs are pressing for a ban on arms exports to Israel, citing obligations to prevent human rights violations in Gaza.
Rights Groups: UK Must Go Further Than "Long Overdue" Suspension of Israel Arms LicensesThe U.K. has suspended some arms licenses to Israel, citing a risk of law violations, but has not included F-35 parts.
NATO obligations cannot override international lawNATO members' obligations cannot dismiss international law, especially regarding arms exports that could violate humanitarian norms.
Labour government's shift on Gaza not enough, say British Muslims, scholarsThe Labour Party's stance on the Gaza conflict has alienated its traditional supporters, particularly British Muslims.
U.K. suspends some arms sales to Israel after government reviewBritain suspends some arms exports to Israel due to risks of violations of international humanitarian law amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
UK announces partial suspension of arms exports to IsraelUK supports Israel's self-defence while suspending some arms exports, balancing international law and humanitarian standards.
Why is the UK government limiting some of its arms exports to Israel?Israel criticizes UK's arms export restrictions, claiming it aids Hamas and undermines its defense.
Germany has stopped approving war weapons exports to Israel: ReportGermany temporarily halts new arms exports to Israel due to legal challenges over humanitarian law violations.
Canada refuses to comment on US sale of Canadian-made weapons to IsraelCanada's arms exports to Israel remain under scrutiny due to concerns about human rights abuses against Palestinians.
The UK's partial arms ban on Israel is not enoughPublic pressure can lead to significant government policy changes, as seen in the suspension of arms licenses to Israel.
U.K. suspends some arms sales to Israel after government reviewBritain suspends some arms exports to Israel due to risks of violations of international humanitarian law amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
UK announces partial suspension of arms exports to IsraelUK supports Israel's self-defence while suspending some arms exports, balancing international law and humanitarian standards.
Why is the UK government limiting some of its arms exports to Israel?Israel criticizes UK's arms export restrictions, claiming it aids Hamas and undermines its defense.
Germany has stopped approving war weapons exports to Israel: ReportGermany temporarily halts new arms exports to Israel due to legal challenges over humanitarian law violations.
Canada refuses to comment on US sale of Canadian-made weapons to IsraelCanada's arms exports to Israel remain under scrutiny due to concerns about human rights abuses against Palestinians.
The UK's partial arms ban on Israel is not enoughPublic pressure can lead to significant government policy changes, as seen in the suspension of arms licenses to Israel.
Which countries have suspended or restricted arms sales to Israel?Britain's suspension of some arms exports to Israel raises concerns over humanitarian law violations amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Campaigners press US to ban Israel arms sales after UK's partial haltUK's arms export suspension to Israel underscores the need for US Congress to reconsider its own arms sales policies.
Which countries have suspended or restricted arms sales to Israel?Britain's suspension of some arms exports to Israel raises concerns over humanitarian law violations amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Campaigners press US to ban Israel arms sales after UK's partial haltUK's arms export suspension to Israel underscores the need for US Congress to reconsider its own arms sales policies.
Foreign Office official quits over UK refusal to ban arms exports to IsraelA Foreign Office official resigned over the UK’s refusal to halt arms exports to Israel amid alleged breaches of international law.
Watch moment protesters spray red paint over Labour headquartersProtesters spray red paint over Labour's headquarters in London.Youth Demand group calls for prevention of weapons supply to Israel.
Foreign Office official quits over UK refusal to ban arms exports to IsraelA Foreign Office official resigned over the UK’s refusal to halt arms exports to Israel amid alleged breaches of international law.
Watch moment protesters spray red paint over Labour headquartersProtesters spray red paint over Labour's headquarters in London.Youth Demand group calls for prevention of weapons supply to Israel.
Pro-Palestinian protests take hold in Europe as they intensify in USProtests demanding the halt of arms exports to Israel led to clashes with police in the US and a pro-Palestinian camp being dismantled in Berlin.
Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza genocide case at ICJ DW 04/08/2024Nicaragua urges Germany to stop arms exports to Israel, citing risk of genocide.Nicaragua criticizes Germany for aiding Palestinians while supplying military equipment to Israel.
Cameron urged to publish Foreign Office legal advice on Israel's war in GazaDavid Lammy urges publication of UK legal advice on Israel and GazaConcerns raised about arms exports to Israel and humanitarian crisis in Gaza
US dominates 40% of the global exports of conventional weaponsThe United States accounts for 40% of global arms exports in the 2018-2022 period, a 7% increase from the previous period.Arms sales by the US are booming while global arms transfers have declined by 5.1%.