Stockholm International Peace Research Institute

SIPRI researchers warn of increased nuclear threat

The world is facing an increased nuclear threat, according to researchers at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Participation in peacekeeping operations falls to 25-year low in 2025, SIPRI says

The year 2025 marked a low point for participation in peacekeeping operations, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

US goes against the tide as global arms purchases increase in 2025

Europe's NATO countries are witnessing the largest arms buildup since the Cold War, according to figures from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) showing continued increases in military spending worldwide. The United States fell back in 2025, but this is believed to be only temporary.

Record revenues for the world's arms manufacturers

The 100 largest arms producers in the world had record revenues in 2024, a report shows. Total revenues amounted to $679 billion.

Sweden Supports Nobel Peace Prize Winner María Corina Machado

María Corina Machado is a brave woman and Sweden supports the opposition in Venezuela, announces Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard. The choice of Nobel Peace Prize winner is a stance for the vulnerable democracy, assesses peace researcher.

Seoul Warns North Korea Can Produce More Nuclear Weapons

Why Israel Can Engage in Multiple Conflicts Simultaneously

For almost two years, Israel has been at war. Not only against Hamas in Gaza, but the country is also in an armed conflict in seven places in the region. For me, all of this is one and the same war. It is a war that is being fought between Israel on one side and Iran on the other, says Lieutenant Colonel Anders Ekholm.

Nuclear Powers Modernizing Arsenals Amid Rising Global Tensions

The world's nuclear powers are polishing up their stockpiles of weapons of mass destruction – in a conflict-filled time and when control mechanisms are laid aside. After a long period of disarmament, the trend is on its way to turn, according to a report from Sipri.

Risk of Iran Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Grows Amid Israel Tensions

Israel's attack on Iran can lead to Iran acquiring nuclear weapons. That assessment is made by Erika Holmquist, researcher at the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI). There is an impending risk that Iran will leave the non-proliferation agreement and acquire nuclear weapons, she says.

The Arms Giants Sold More

Iran to significantly increase military budget

More nuclear weapons being deployed worldwide

The number of nuclear arsenals is increasing in the world, just like the number of new nuclear weapon types under development. Geopolitical tensions have led to nuclear weapons as a deterrent method gaining increased significance, according to the peace research institute Sipri.