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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

That’s a wrap! CSP12 is officially complete. Shoutout to all of our coalition delegates who traveled to Geneva for this week. We look forward to more work throughout the year and CSP13! #ATTCSP12

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The Article 7 E-Learning course is LIVE! Through the UNODA Disarmament Dashboard, find this free course in English, Spanish, French, and Arabic. Learn through this online platform driven forward by the Lativan permanent mission and Control Arms with support from the ATT Voluntary Support Fund!

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

TOMORROW Join Control Arms and the Permanent Mission of Latvia to launch the UNODA ATT Article 7 online course. Article 7 is crucial for centering gender-based violence in responsible arms transfers. Thank you to the ATT Voluntary Fund for sponsoring this project!

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Africa Must Act to Silence The Guns Control Arms recognizes that Sudan’s War is entering its Fourth Year and urges Africa to silence the guns. We urge all platforms across the African region to join our coalition members in this advocacy. Read our op-ed below. #silencetheguns

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

What does it mean for a report to be *meaningfully* transparent? At the Launch of the ATT Monitor 2026 Annual Report this afternoon, the panel reflected on the significance and trends of transparency and reporting in the ATT.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

CSP12 has begun! Our youth delegate Monalisa Hazarika, Research and Strategic Engagement Officer @ SCRAP Weapons Project, just delivered an impactful statement calling on States Parties to make the Arms Trade Treaty a visible treaty of action. #CSP12 #ArmsTradeTreaty

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

ONE DAY out from CSP12! Today, we are highlighting the importance of parts and components regulation. States are often not monitoring where parts and components are going. Read more below:

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

TWO DAYS away from CSP12! Today, we are highlighting the importance of transparency. We urge States Parties to comply with their reporting obligations and submit complete, public, accurate, and timely reports. Read more below:

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We are three days away from the Twelfth Conference of State Parties on the Arms Trade Treaty and believe that governments must speak up against arms transfers that violate Articles 6+7 of the ATT. Read more about these articles below.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

As Control Arms begins its 5 day countdown to the 12th ATT Conference of States Parties, we are looking forward to the ATT Gender Focal Points reporting on their first year of work. Read more here:

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

📣 At the UN’s 9th Biennial Meeting on Small Arms and Light Weapons this week, Andrea Varisco of Control Arms stated that transparency is the foundation of strong international arms trade regulation. 📣 #UnitedNations #ArmsControl #ControlArms #UNODA #ATTMonitor #UN

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Control Arms statement on Arms Transfers to the Middle east. #ArmsTradeTreaty #ArmsControl

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Congratulations to Ecuador who have joined the ATT as its 118th State Party! 🎉 #ATT #ArmsTradeTreaty

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Thank you to all participants of last week’s #ArmsTradeTreaty Women’s Workshop in Geneva. Grateful to Latvia for partnering on this initiative, and looking ahead to strong progress by the ATT Gender Focal Points under the leadership of Mexico, Spain, and Togo.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Starting yesterday and continuing today in Geneva, Latvia and @ControlArms are bringing together female diplomats to advance gender equality and women’s leadership in #ATT implementation—alongside the development of free online #ATT courses. #ControlArms#ATT#VTF

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Save the Date | 12 January 2026 – 16:00 CET When weapons cross borders, conflicts escalate. Join us for a discussion on arms transfers and Sudan’s crisis. 🔗 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

As the year ends, we’re grateful for the people and partnerships advancing arms control and multilateral cooperation. Onward into the next. #ATT #ArmsControl #Multilateralism

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

In 2024 Asia and Oceana saw military spending rise to $629B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent? If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

In 2024 The USA saw military spending rise to $997B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent? If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

In 2024 Africa saw military spending rise to $52.1B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent? If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

In 2024 Europe saw military spending rise to $693B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent? If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

In 2024 the Middle East region saw military spending rise to $243B, this post takes a look at how else could the money have been spent. If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

In 2024 Latin America and the Caribbean saw military spending rise to $73.4B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent? If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Thanks to Josh Paul for an insightful discussion on the US role in the international arms trade and transfers to the conflict in Gaza. Grateful to all who joined us in such a vibrant setting.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

As 2025 ends, it’s important to reflect on the recent rise in global military spending —and to ask why critical humanitarian needs remain underfunded. Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing a series of posts examining this surge in military expenditure and the opportunity costs it carries.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

We’re excited to welcome @AlexMarksteiner to the @ArmsTreaty team! Alex joins us from the UN Secretariat, bringing experience in military transparency and peacekeeping. She previously worked with @SIPRIorg on military spending and arms production. Welcome, Alex!

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Profiting from atrocity isn’t just unethical — it’s illegal. Corporations and governments must be held accountable for enabling harm. Due diligence is not optional. #ControlArms #WarCrimes #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

⚠️ No going back to mines. Landmines kill or maim civilians — often children — long after war ends. Suspending the mine-ban puts people’s lives and communities at grave risk. #NoMines #ProtectCivilians #HumanitarianLaw

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

UK-made military gear has surfaced with Sudan’s RSF militia, a group accused of genocide, raising urgent questions about export controls, re-exports, and accountability in the global arms trade. #ArmsControl #Sudan #RSF #HumanRights #Accountability

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Join us Nov 13 (15:30–16:30 CET | Online) for “Ten Years of Arms Trade Treaty Transparency.” Experts reflect on a decade of ATT reporting—progress, challenges & next steps for transparency. 🔗 stimsoncenter.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #ATT #ArmsTrade #Transparency #Disarmament

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

We can build bunkers… or build peace. ✨ Disarmament is under attack, and weapons are costing human wellbeing. 🌍 📖 Read the editorial & full First Committee Monitor. 🙏 Support peace: Donate to Reaching Critical Will. #Disarmament #PeaceNotWar #GlobalSecurity #ControlArms

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Control Arms welcomes @bbcnews’s reporting on the Myanmar military junta’s attacks and China’s role in enabling them, a clear violation of the Arms Trade Treaty. 🔗 www.bbc.com/news/article... #ArmsTradeTreaty #Myanmar #HumanRights #StopArmingAtrocities

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

It’s a wrap! On Monday, 20 October, Control Arms concluded its VTF project with Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence, focused on 'Raising Awareness and Building Support for the Ratification of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) in Cambodia'.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Dr. Andrea Edoardo Varisco delivered Control Arms’ statement to the UN First Committee, calling for stronger implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty to reduce human suffering. 💬 #UNGA80 #ControlArms #Disarmament #Peace

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Humanitarian disarmament saves lives, protects civilians, and upholds human dignity — even in times of conflict. 📄 Full statement: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum... #HumanitarianDisarmament #UNGAFirstCommittee

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Proud to advance disarmament and responsible arms transfers with partners like @ReachingCriticalWill and @SIPRI. Together, we strengthen global norms under the Arms Trade Treaty. #ControlArms #ATT #Disarmament #Peacebuilding

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Control Arms members from across the globe showed up, spoke out, and stood strong — making the case loud and clear: the humanitarian heart of the Arms Trade Treaty matters now more than ever. #ControlArms #CSP11 #ATT

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

On the last day of #CSP11, we hosted our final side event. The speakers gave insights from Mexico, Nepal, Lebanon, Kenya, and more, where they highlighted the problem of small arms in their countries and how the ATT can be effectively implemented to address gun trafficking, GBV, and armed conflicts.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

On the 28th of August, 2025 Andrea Varisco presented a statement on behalf of Control Arms highlighting the positive and negative results of States Parties submitting meaningful transparent reports on time.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

On the 4th day of the CSP11 Manuela Barragán Rincón delivered a statement in regards to International Assistance, emphasizing the importance of supporting civil society organizations especially within the global south.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Shirine Jurdi delivered a statement on the 4th day of the #CSP11 on the United Kingdom's proposal for a 5-year ATT strategy. #ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

On the 4th day of the CSP11, Khawla Al-Rowaishan gave a statement on behalf of Control Arms to highlight the change in formatting of the future Conference of State Parties and its impact on inclusivity.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Tomorrow at 9am, Control Arms will be hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the continued universalization and implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), providing on-the-ground insights and experiences we have learned throughout the process!

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