'In Syria, stemming the illicit proliferation of small arms and light weapons is central'
- Posted on August 20, 2025
- By Le Monde
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'In Syria, stemming the illicit proliferation of small arms and light weapons is central'

OP-ED. According to estimates, tens of thousands of Syrian weapons have already been stolen or trafficked. Mark Downes, director of the Small Arms Survey research center, calls for international assistance in this matter.