Arms Trade
British Politician Apologizes for Illegal Arms Sale to Saudi Arabia
After a ruling in June 2019 barring arms exports to Saudi Arabia that could be used in Yemen, UK Secretary of State for International Trade apologized for two breaches.
U.S. Arms Sales Surge, Fueling Violent Middle East Wars
When it comes to guns, the U.S. is always number one.
General: U.S. Allies Want Cheap Arms From Russia, China
The U.S. faces losing influence and the ability to rely on partners in regions such as the Middle East if its allies turn away from the West for arms.
Trump Faces Senate Push Back on Saudi Arms Sale
Senators are looking to block $500 million worth of the deal with Riyadh.
U.S. Nears $100bn Saudi Arms Deal: White House Official
The arms package the U,S. is selling could surpass more than $300 billion over a decade to help Saudi Arabia boost its defensive capabilities.
Why India is Building Up Its Arms Industry
The country is the world's largest arms importer—and Prime Minister Narendra Modi would like to change that.
Global Arms Sales Soar to 10-Year High
Saudi Arabia is the world's number one arms buyer, followed by India, Australia, Egypt and South Korea.
Almost Half of EU Ignores Egypt Arms Sale Ban: Amnesty
The suspension came after deadly clashes between authorities and civilians in 2013.
Russia to Deliver Missile System to Iran by September
State contractor Rostec's head said the delivery could be made as soon as August.
Putin's Arms Sales Jump by a Third in Five Years
Sales to Europe have increased by 264 percent thanks to contracts with Azerbaijan.
Amnesty International: 'Reckless Arms Trading' Fuels ISIS War Crimes in Iraq, Syria
A new report from the human rights group says years of unregulated weapons sales has given ISIS a huge arsenal.
Chinese Arms Exports More Than Double in Five Years
U.S. and Russia lead global rise in arms exports as Asian powerhouse overtakes Germany to become third-largest exporter.
Sweden's Odd Military Alliance With Saudi Arabia
Despite its traditional neutrality, Sweden is the world's 12th biggest arms exporter.
Rival Libyan Factions Travel to Kiev and Moscow Seeking Support
An anti-government Islamist politician was pictured with the Ukrainian foreign minister in Kiev.