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US integerated PAC-3 missile with LTAMDS radar to counter threats from Tactical Ballistic Missile
News, US November 7, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. defense firm Lockheed Martin successfully integrated Patriot Advanced Capability - 3 (PAC-3) missile with Raytheon's Raytheon’s Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) radar to counter threats from advanced Tactical Ballistic Missile (TBM).
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Protests erupt across Israel after Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Gallant over disagreements on Gaza war
Middle East, News November 6, 2024 , by IRIA
Protests erupted across Israel following Netanyahu’s decision to dismiss Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Gallant’s removal is only the latest episode in a turbulent relationship between the two officials, who have long disagreed on Israel’s military and domestic policies.
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Netherlands Air Force awards contract for training suite for C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft
Europe, News November 6, 2024 , by IRIA
Embraer and Rheinmetall have jointly secured a contract to deliver a comprehensive C-390 Millennium training suite for the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF). This new training package supports the Netherlands' ongoing program, initiated in July 2024, to replace its aging fleet of C-130H Hercules aircraft.
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Russia targets Kyiv with mass drone attack causing casualties and destruction
Europe, News November 5, 2024 , by IRIA
Russian forces conducted mass drone attacks and artillery strikes toward the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and its surrounding regions on November 3, 2024. The latest wave of Russian attacks has left several casualties and extensive damage in multiple cities and towns around the area.
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Niger signs deal with Russian firm to acquire 3 surveillance satellites
Africa, Europe, News November 5, 2024 , by IRIA
Niger signed a major agreement with Glavkosmos, a subsidiary of Russia’s space agency Roscosmos, to purchase and deploy three specialized satellites aimed at bolstering communications, remote sensing, and radar capabilities in the West African country and its neighboring states, Burkina Faso and Mali.
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Taiwan to buy 1000 units of advanced attack drones from US
Asia-Pacific, News, US November 4, 2024 , by IRIA
Taiwan's Ministry of Defense formalized an agreement with the United States to purchase around 1000 units of advanced attack drones. This deal marks a significant step forward in Taiwan’s efforts to bolster its defense capabilities as tensions continue to simmer across the Taiwan Strait.
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NATO Allies enhanced operational readiness during command post exercise Steadfast Duel 2024
Europe, News November 4, 2024 , by IRIA
More than 20 NATO Allies concluded a large-scale Command Post Exercise led by the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe. About 5,000 military and civilian staff participated in Steadfast Duel 2024 to enhance NATO's operational readiness, multi-domain capabilities, and combined interoperability.
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US announces $425 million military aid package for Ukraine as North Korean troops join the war
Europe, News, US November 3, 2024 , by IRIA
The U.S. announced an additional $425 million in military aid for Ukraine on November 1, 2024. The announcement comes on the heels of a stark warning from U.S. officials about North Korea’s escalating involvement, as reports emerged that thousands of North Korean troops are poised to support Russian forces against Ukraine.
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US and South Korea strengthen alliance with 2+2 security consultative ministerial dialogue
Asia-Pacific, News, US November 2, 2024 , by IRIA
The United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) conducted the 56th U.S.-ROK Security Consultative Meeting (SCM) in Washington. U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with ROK Minister of National Defense Kim Yong Hyun and ROK Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Tae-yul.
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US Army awards $1.24 billion contract for UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters production
News, US November 2, 2024 , by IRIA
The U.S. Army has awarded Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary, a $1.24 billion contract modification to supply UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to multiple allied nations, strengthening global defense partnerships.