Writing for @rethinkingsecurity.bsky.social Diana Francis and Andrew Rigby make the urgent case for far more radical action to end the death-grip of militarised security on our politics, economy, environment and imaginations. rethinkingsecurity.org.uk/2026/07/28/t...

The Absolute Insanity of Militarised Security

As the climate collapses and wars sweep the Middle East, Ukraine and beyond, Diana Francis and Andrew Rigby, two of the founders of Rethinking Security a decade ago, make the urgent case for far mo…

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We condemn the conviction of Thai conscientious objector Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal for refusing military conscription. We stand in solidarity with Netiwit and reiterate our call on Thailand to recognise the right to conscientious objection. Read our full statement here: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

On July 20, a Thai court will deliver its verdict in the case of Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal, #Thailand's first publicly declared conscientious objector. We call on Thai authorities to drop the charges against Netiwit and legally recognise conscientious objection, per Art 18 of the ICCPR.

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Moroccan intelligence insider reveals widespread use of Pegasus hacking software

Whistleblower suggests internal security services deployed spyware from 2017 against key domestic and foreign targets

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We extend our solidarity to @intpeacebureau.bsky.social following the treatment of their Executive Director, Sean Conner, by Turkish authorities. Mr Conner was travelling to attend the NATO counter-summit in Ankara, but was detained and deported on arrival. ipb.org/ipb-statemen...

New analysis shows that most of the countries facing US visa restrictions are also the most impacted by the climate crisis - as people's homelands become less hospitable, they are facing ever increasing restrictions on their ability to move. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Trump targeting immigrants from countries hit most by climate shocks

A Guardian analysis reveals how most of 39 countries facing US entry restrictions are most vulnerable environmentally

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A UN report published in April has found a shocking increasing in sexual violence in conflict. Our executive committee member, Koldobi Velasco, spoke to Radio Television Canaria about the conclusions of the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s Report on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence.

A new report by New Profile, titled "Academia under Command: Militarism in Israeli Academia", details extensive collaboration between academic institutions, the military, arms industry, the Israel Security Agency, and Mossad in #Israel: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

A new report by New Profile, titled "Academia under Command: Militarism in Israeli Academia", details extensive collaboration between academic institutions, the military, arms industry, the Israel Security Agency, and Mossad in #Israel: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

Drones, drones, drones... Drones are changing the battlefield forever - find out how and why in the latest article on The Broken Rifle blog, from Dutch organisation Stop Wapenhandel: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

Drones, drones, drones

Drones are changing the nature of war and our thinking about safety and security. The technical developments are moving incredibly fast and they pose fundamental questions.

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New publication: Voices of Peace Voices of Peace brings together testimonies of conscientious objectors from across Europe and beyond - sharing stories of refusal, resistance, and solidarity in times of growing militarisation. Read it here: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

What does it mean to refuse participation in war today? Join us today for an online discussion on militarisation, conscription, and conscientious objection to military service - with activists from Turkey and Israel (19th May, 5pm UK, 6pm CEST). Register here: wri-irg.org/en/event/202...

📜 Launching 'Voices of Peace: Stories of Conscientious Objectors from Europe & Beyond'! 🗨️ Read stories from people who refused war! 🤝 A collaboration by @qcea.bsky.social, Connection e.V., @warresistersint.bsky.social & Agir pour la Paix 👉 www.qcea.org/wp-content/u...

What does it mean to refuse participation in war today? Join us for an online discussion on militarisation, conscription, and conscientious objection to military service - with activists from Turkey and Israel (19th May, 5pm UK, 6pm CEST). Register here: wri-irg.org/en/event/202...

✊On International Conscientious Objection Day, we stand with those who refuse violence, militarisation, and conscription. 📢The right to refuse to kill must be guaranteed everywhere.

✊We reject militarisation and stand for the right to refuse to kill. Conscription is increasing. PEOPLE ARE RESISTING.📢Join us this May 15 for International Conscientious Objection Day. wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

International Conscientious Objection Day 2026

On May 15th, International Conscientious Objection Day, we join together to send a clear and powerful message: we reject militarisation and affirm the right to refuse to kill, in response to growing e...

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Applications for conscientious‑objector status are surging among #US military members. More and more US military members are questioning war and refusing participation. Mike Prysner from Center on Conscience & War explains growing dissent from within the ranks. www.dw.com/en/more-and-...

More and more US military members don't want to go to war

Since the start of the war in Iran, there's been a surge in numbers of US service personnel filing as conscientious objectors. Many military members are unaware of their rights.

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Read this article on how fossil fuels fuel genocide 👇🏽

@warresistersint.bsky.social · 3mo ago

This week, the First International Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels is taking place in Santa Marta, Colombia. In this new article on the Broken Rifle blog, Ana Sánchez Mera explains why this is as important to antimilitarists as the climate movement. wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

“No to conscription and war preparations! The rich want war – the youth want a future!” Across Germany, student-led school strikes against the return of conscription are facing growing pressure from a media landscape largely aligned with government militarisation. (1/2) @warresistersint.bsky.social

This week, the First International Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels is taking place in Santa Marta, Colombia. In this new article on the Broken Rifle blog, Ana Sánchez Mera explains why this is as important to antimilitarists as the climate movement. wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

Fossil fuels don’t just burn the planet – they fuel genocide

The ancestral custodians of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, call their territory the heart of the world. This week the city of Santa Marta hosts the First International Conference on Transitioning A...

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🗣️The 2026 #DontBankontheBomb report, shows that 301 financial institutions are heavily involved in the nuclear weapons industry. That is a 15% increase compared to previous findings. Is your bank or pension fund on the list? Check it out: icanw.org/investors_su... #NuclearBan

#EarthDay Money spent on war could fund a sustainable future for every country. This Earth Day, redirect military spending to climate action. ⚡🌍 Demiltarize for Climate Justice! Find out more in our Toolkit: shorturl.at/YUje9

US activists are mobilising against plans for automatic draft registration, warning of expanding surveillance and renewed militarisation. In our latest Broken Rifle blog, Edward Hasbrouck explores why resistance is growing: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

A fascinating and deeply troubling account of how military targetting systems are prone to failure

The Guardian@theguardian.com · 4mo ago

AI got the blame for the Iran school bombing. The truth is far more worrying

@warresistersint.bsky.social's Antimilitarist Campaigning Lab is starting tomorrow, and there are still some spots available. The focus will be on conscientious objection, so many people might be interested. For more information and to register, please go here: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

Third cycle of the Antimilitarist Campaigning Lab: Call for Applications

We are pleased to announce the third cycle of the Antimilitarist Campaigning Lab: an online workshop series (taking place between 15th April until 3th June) dedicated to strengthening antimilitarist c...

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The 15th Global Days of Action on Military Spending (#GDAMS) will take place from April 10 to May 9, in which will probably be the most relevant edition yet. We'll take action to oppose war and demand major cuts of military spending, while promoting peaceful & just alternatives. Will you join us?☮️

Monday Mood: kicking off the week with GDAMS actions 🚀 👉 Take action and speak out against rising military spending. 🌍 Find events near you: demilitarize.org 📣 Submit and explore GDAMS 2026 actions & toolkit: demilitarize.org/gdams-2026/ forms.komun.org/gdams-2026-a... #GCOMS #GDAMS2026

Typical of Yurii to think of others even after going through this horrible experience. The plight of conscientious objectors on both sides is the untold story of the war in Ukraine.

Quakers in Britain@quaker.org.uk · 4mo ago

A Ukrainian Quaker who was beaten, dragged by his feet and pepper-sprayed multiple times during two days of unlawful detention has called for more protections for conscientious objectors. https://www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-events/news/ukrainian-quaker-calls-for-human-rights-reforms-after-detention

☮️ How do people organise campaigns for conscientious objection worldwide?👉 If you’re 18–35, join the Antimilitarist Campaigning Lab and explore how to support refusal and strengthen collective solidarity. Registration is still open! Go here: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...

Applications open! Join the Antimilitarist Campaigning Lab - an interactive space for young activists to explore strategies, build skills, and strengthen movements against war and militarisation. Apply now here: wri-irg.org/en/story/202...