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Two tribal groups in Papua New Guinea's Enga Province signed a historic peace agreement after more than a year of deadly conflict. Both sides agreed to surrender all firearms and ammunition, marking a turning point for communities torn apart by violence.
Thailand just ended a controversial tradition of awarding firearms to local officials after public backlash sparked sweeping gun control reforms. The changes include suspending new gun permits and creating stricter tracking laws within 60 days.
Facing sustained military pressure, militant groups in southeastern Nigeria are voluntarily laying down their weapons, marking a turning point in regional security efforts. The peaceful surrenders come alongside major weapons recoveries that are dismantling criminal networks.
Ghana is giving people two more weeks to turn in illegal guns without facing arrest, after thousands responded to the safety initiative. The extension runs through January 30, offering a final chance before enforcement begins.
Virginia just enacted one of the nation's most comprehensive gun safety packages after years of grassroots organizing. Former activists now lead the state government and are turning their advocacy into action.
A simple question asked before every playdate has been proven to change parental behavior and prevent gun tragedies. Now celebrated annually on June 21, ASK Day encourages parents to normalize asking about firearm storage the same way they ask about allergies.
A new crackdown on illegal gun trafficking has stopped nearly 50,000 firearms from reaching Mexican cartels, with over 10,000 arrests made in just 18 months. The effort shows real progress in cutting off the weapons supply fueling violence south of the border.
A global coalition of over 100 organizations from 40 countries is calling on the World Health Organization to treat gun violence as a preventable public health emergency, not just a criminal justice issue. The movement, inspired by survivors like South African activist who lived 40 years with a gunshot disability, aims to save lives through the same public health approach that reduced tobacco deaths worldwide.
New research shows laws allowing temporary gun removal from at-risk individuals prevented 675 suicides without pushing people toward other methods. Only 21 states have adopted these life-saving measures so far.
Researchers discovered teens treated for car crash injuries face higher risks of gun violence later. Now a children's hospital is using that insight to save lives before shootings happen.
A groundbreaking study found that teens treated for car crashes face higher risk of later gun injuries, giving Milwaukee doctors a new way to save lives. Children's Wisconsin is now considering expanding its violence prevention program to reach young people earlier.
A senior financial leader of the terrorist group ISWAP has surrendered to Nigerian forces, bringing his two sons with him. His defection marks one of 46 recent surrenders showing the group's weakening grip.
A Boston hospital program that supports shooting and stabbing survivors has cut their risk of future violence by half. The findings could help cities nationwide reduce gun violence through targeted hospital interventions.
Los Angeles County has fixed a massive backlog that forced some gun owners to wait nearly three years for concealed carry permits. After a federal lawsuit, the sheriff's department added staff and new software to cut processing times and restore constitutional rights.
Over 4,000 illegal weapons turned in voluntarily will be destroyed in Ghana this July, marking a major win for community safety and public trust. The nationwide amnesty shows citizens choosing peace over arms.
Scientists discovered marks on Pompeii's walls that may prove a legendary ancient repeating weapon actually existed. The mysterious "machine gun" catapult was described 2,300 years ago but never confirmed until now.
An entire division of Maoist insurgents in India chose peace over violence, with all 15 remaining members surrendering their weapons and starting new lives. The peaceful resolution marks a milestone in ending decades of armed conflict in central India.
A bomb-making expert and senior commander from the terrorist group ISWAP have surrendered to Nigerian troops, bringing critical intelligence that could help dismantle the group's deadly operations. Their defection marks a significant win in the fight to protect communities across northeastern Nigeria.
After nearly three decades of conflict, a senior rebel commander and 17 others laid down their weapons in India's Bastar region. The peaceful surrender marks a turning point for an area that's now 96% free from insurgency.
Eighty fighters voluntarily laid down their weapons in Cross River State, marking a breakthrough moment in Nigeria's efforts to bring lasting peace to the region. The peaceful surrender, supported by the state's amnesty program, shows how dialogue can triumph over conflict.
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