Event Brief
Nobel laureate warns UN on AI and autonomous weapons
By The BriefBrief · Sources (5)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 6:07 PM ET
Summary: Colombia’s former president and Nobel Peace Prize laureate discussed risks from autonomous weapons and AI during the UN General Assembly’s annual general debate. The remarks place the issue of emerging weapons technology and related safety concerns on the agenda as world leaders gather.
WHO: Colombia’s former president and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
WHAT: Discussed risks of autonomous weapons and AI during the UN General Assembly general debate
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026 at 5:18 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The remarks were made during the UN General Assembly annual general debate to address growing risks from autonomous weapons and AI.
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