Event Brief
UN and Red Cross urge bans on autonomous “killer robot” weapons
By The BriefBrief · Sources (5)
Filed: Aug 25, 2026 at 12:08 PM ET
Summary: The UN and the International Committee of the Red Cross issued a joint appeal calling for countries to adopt bans and restrictions on autonomous weapons systems, warning that “the risks have intensified.” The appeal builds on an earlier call and years of talks, and stops short of demanding a blanket ban.
WHO: United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross
WHAT: Joint appeal urging bans and restrictions on autonomous weapons systems (“killer robots”).
WHEN: Aug 25, 2026
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: They warned that the risks from autonomous weapons systems have intensified.
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