Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced the initiation of a plan to enhance state control over Beirut, emphasizing that arms should be limited to legitimate forces. This move comes amid diplomatic efforts to establish a ceasefire.
In a controversial statement, Thomas DiNanno, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, described the Russian missile 'Burevestnik' and the torpedo 'Poseidon' as 'unconventional'. These remarks come amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Russia regarding military capabilities.
Thomas DiNanno, a U.S. State Department official, stated that the United States has not yet determined how it would conduct nuclear tests if it decides to resume them. This raises questions about the future of arms control policy.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara emphasized the necessity of state control over weapons during a meeting with a Kurdish delegation in Damascus. This statement coincided with the celebrations of Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance stability in the country.