Government Statement: Statement to the 111th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW
During the 111th Executive Council session of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), the United Kingdom’s representative, Chris Rampling, issued a strong denunciation of Russia’s continued use and development of chemical weapons. He detailed how Russia’s actions violate the Chemical Weapons Convention by using toxic chemicals both abroad and against its own population. This ongoing behavior poses a serious threat to civilian safety and undermines international arms control agreements. The UK’s statement places the spotlight on Russia’s persistent chemical weapons programs as a violation of global norms, calling for the OPCW and the international community to reinforce... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 19:24
UK Marks 30 Years of Dayton Article IV and Sub-Regional Arms Control: UK statement to the OSCE
The United Kingdom marked the 30th anniversary of the Sub-Regional Arms Control Agreement established under Article IV of the Dayton Peace Accords, which serves as a cornerstone of arms control and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Senior Military Advisor Lt Col Joby Rimmer highlighted the Agreement’s crucial role in preventing military escalation and fostering peace since the end of the Bosnian War. The UK government reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Dayton Peace Agreement, credited for ending a brutal conflict that claimed hundreds of thousands of lives in the 1990s. Officials stressed the importance of updating the agreement to keep... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 19:18
First edition of the Franco-American dialogue on deterrence, strategic stability, and nuclear nonproliferation (09.03.26)
On March 9, 2026, France and the United States convened the inaugural Franco-American Dialogue focused on deterrence, strategic stability, and nuclear non-proliferation in Paris. The high-level dialogue was co-chaired by US Under Secretary of State Thomas G. DiNanno and French Director Claire Raulin, and included participants from foreign affairs, defense, and energy sectors of both nations. The talks covered a broad range of nuclear-related issues, including current global threats and the strategic environment. Both countries emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation to ensure mutual security, agreeing to hold the dialogue annually and form a dedicated working group to facilitate ongoing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 19:00
