Speakers lamented the failure to reach consensus on non-nuclear proliferation and small arms treaties as well as the uptick in related rhetoric, also condemning the continuous brutal attacks on civilian architecture in Ukraine, as the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) continued its general debate today.

A Russian strike reportedly hit two civilian buses in a city within the Donetsk region, resulting in at least 33 fatalities according to available reports. While the strike and bus involvement are confirmed, the exact circumstances and attribution remain subject to ongoing verification.

Mohammad Eslami stated that cooperation with the IAEA is prohibited by law. This claim regarding legal restrictions has not been independently verified.

The Russian Defense Ministry stated that strikes on strategic targets in Ukraine had reduced the opposing forces' combat capabilities. This assessment is based on the ministry's official claims and has not been independently verified.