Nuclear Security & WMD

International organizations are central to combating WMD proliferation. The U.N. Security Council has passed resolutions to deter this threat, while the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) serves as the world’s nuclear watchdog, implementing safeguards to prevent the diversion of nuclear material. This global framework of treaties and cooperation is vital for maintaining peace and stability.

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Nuclear Security & WMD

Despite its horrific war, Syria takes helm of U.N. disarmament forum

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Diplomats said Syrian President Bashar Assad's government has no credibility or moral authority to lead the U.N. forum.

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres at the Web Summit 2017 in Portugal.

Nuclear Security & WMD

U.N. chief takes aim at the 'scourge of war' and weapons stockpiles

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António Guterres launched a campaign underscoring the need for nations to scrap nuclear arsenals and other weapons.