Statement by the United Kingdom at the Sixth Session of the Conference on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and Other WMD

Statement by the United Kingdom at the Sixth Session of the Conference on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and Other WMD

The U.K. statement addresses current regional challenges, including the war in Gaza and the proliferation risks linked to Iran’s nuclear program. It welcomes the commitment of the new Syrian government toward eliminating chemical weapons and cooperating on nuclear issues. The UK urges regional states to consider adhering to the Hague Code of Conduct and to contribute constructively to the success of the 11th NPT Review Conference.