Pugwash seeks a world free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction. Through our long-standing tradition of ‘dialogue across divides’ that also earned us the Nobel Peace Prize in 1995, Pugwash aims to develop and support the use of scientific, evidence-based policymaking, focusing on areas where nuclear and WMD risks are present. By facilitating track 1.5 and track II dialogues, we foster creative discussions on ways to increase the security of all sides and promote policy development that is cooperative and forward-looking.
On 21 July 2006 the Pugwash Council issued a statement of concern over rising violence in the Middle East.
Pugwash Council Statement on the Middle East
Pugwash Council Statement on the Middle East (Arabic)
Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs 