These Countries Have Economies Incredibly Dependent On WarArms exports contribute a small percentage to global GDP yet significantly impact specific nations' economies.Small European countries heavily rely on arms exports for economic stability.
US increases dominance as world's biggest arms exporter DW 03/10/2025Global arms exports are stagnating, but Ukraine's imports rise dramatically due to geopolitical tensions. 35 countries supplied arms to Ukraine from 2020-2024.
Russia's arms exports are going bust as foreign buyers bolt and the Ukraine war chews through its weaponsRussia's arms exports have drastically declined, overtaken by France as the second-largest arms exporter.Increased domestic military demand has shifted focus from exports to internal production.
NATO obligations cannot override international lawNATO members' obligations cannot dismiss international law, especially regarding arms exports that could violate humanitarian norms.
Judicial review must be heard on how UK can sell F-35 parts to Israel, judge rulesA high court will review the UK's decision to sell F-35 parts to Israel amid concerns of international law violations.
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.
NATO obligations cannot override international lawNATO members' obligations cannot dismiss international law, especially regarding arms exports that could violate humanitarian norms.
Judicial review must be heard on how UK can sell F-35 parts to Israel, judge rulesA high court will review the UK's decision to sell F-35 parts to Israel amid concerns of international law violations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.