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French-made weapons in Yemen? A reflection on today’s arms business

French-made weapons in Yemen? A reflection on today’s arms business

Disarmament is not a straightforward process. It does not only serve to decrease the world’s number of weapons, but also to monitor the use of existing ones. It constitutes a challenge, as national interests, lobbyists, ethics and moral values clash with one another. Although France and other states express their willingness to contribute to a worldwide disarmament, the data show another story.