Working Paper by the Russian Federation on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and Other Weapons of Mass Destruction and Their Means of Delivery

Working Paper by the Russian Federation on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and Other Weapons of Mass Destruction and Their Means of Delivery

The working paper highlight's Russia's support for the establishment of nuclear-weapon-free zone, including the ME WMDFZ. Russia also notes its position on security assurances stipulated in zone treaty protocols. The working paper provides a short overview of the evolution of the zone as well as on the achievements made during the 1st Session of the UNGA-mandated conference. The working paper concludes with noting Russia's hope for what the 2nd Session will achieve.