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humanitarianOct 14, 2026

Regional Security, Nuclear Deterrence, Humanitarian Risks Dominate First Committee Debate

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The challenges and prospects of regional security architecture in Europe, Middle East and East Asia were in focus as the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) continued its general debate today, with delegates presenting contrasting views on nuclear deterrence, non-proliferation and the humanitarian dimensions of nuclear weapons.

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