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SIPRI works on timely, global issues which are often reported on in the media. In particular, our four data launches—arms industry, arms transfers, military expenditure and nuclear weapons—receive a lot of coverage. For these, and other topics, SIPRI researchers are available for interviews and quotes. SIPRI also produces press releases for major stories relating to its research throughout the year. To stay up-to-date with the lastest news from SIPRI, please sign up for our monthly newsletter.

Latest Press releases

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Unprecedented rise in global military expenditure as European and Middle East spending surges

(Stockholm, 28 April 2025) World military expenditure reached $2718 billion in 2024, an increase of 9.4 per cent in real terms from 2023 and the steepest year-on-year rise since at least the end of the cold war.

Photo: US Air Force/Staff Sgt. Alexander Cook

Ukraine the world’s biggest arms importer; United States’ dominance of global arms exports grows as Russian exports continue to fall

Ukraine became the world’s largest importer of major arms in the period 2020–24, with its imports increasing nearly 100 times over compared with 2015–19.

Karim Haggag will assume his post on 8 September 2025.

SIPRI appoints new Director

(Stockholm, 5 March 2025) The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute is pleased to announce the appointment of Karim Haggag as its new Director.

SIPRI Experts

SIPRI researchers are available for interviews and other media requests. A list of available researchers and their expertise can be found on our SIPRI experts page. For short commentary on recent events, please see our expert comments page. For longer commentary, see our topical backgrounders page.

SIPRI Updates

SIPRI Update: Global Security and Arms Control is a monthly newsletter covering the latest developments in international security, arms control, non-proliferation and conflict. See previous issues of SIPRI Update and subscribe to our newsletter via the box at the top of the page.