weapons

The gendered impact of explosive weapons use in populated areas in Yemen

26 November 2019

The war in Yemen has been marked by the use of explosive weapons in populated areas, often in serious violation of International Humanitarian Law. Such use of explosive weapons has a gendered impact, affecting men and women differently.
Arms Trade Treaty enters into force offering fresh hope for the protection of civilians in 2015

23 December 2014

The United Nations Arms Trade Treaty will "enter-into-force" and become international law on December 24, 2014.
Arms Trade Treaty set to enter into force before end of year as number of ratifications tops 50

25 September 2014

Seven more states will ratify the Arms Trade Treaty today – bringing the overall total to over 50 and triggering the countdown to entry into force.
The Devil is in the Detail

2 May 2012

According to new figures, more than $2.2 billion worth of arms and ammunition have been imported since 2000 by countries operating under arms embargoes.
Arms Trade Treaty long overdue, as new research shows billions spent on illicit weapons deals by states under embargo

2 May 2012

More than $2.2 billion worth of arms and ammunition have been imported since 2000 by countries operating under arms embargoes, according to new figures released today by international humanitarian agency Oxfam.