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Former Dutch Prime Minister Rutte takes NATO’s command as long-term serving chief Stoltenberg steps down
Europe, News October 2, 2024 , by IRIA
Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte officially assumed the role of NATO Secretary General on October 1, 2024, succeeding Jens Stoltenberg, who served a remarkable decade in the role.
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Denmark to get 16 German-made Skyranger 30 mobile air defense systems
Europe, News October 2, 2024 , by IRIA
The Danish Ministry of Defense’s Materiel and Procurement Agency (FMI) has officially selected Rheinmetall's Skyranger 30 as the new air defense system for the Danish Army. This decision is part of Denmark’s broader strategy to enhance its defense systems in response to evolving global threats.
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French foreign minister visits Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes and killing of French citizens
Europe, Middle East, News October 1, 2024 , by IRIA
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot arrived in Lebanon on first high-level diplomatic visit to the country since Israeli air strikes. The visit comes amidst growing violence in Lebanon and the death of two French nationals, sparking international concern over the intensifying conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Russian Navy launches fourth Admiral Gorshkov class advanced frigate
Europe, News October 1, 2024 , by IRIA
Russian Navy’s Severnaya Verf shipyard has officially launched the fourth Admiral Gorshkov class frigate, Admiral Isakov. The vessel has been constructed under the Project 22350 series. The Admiral Gorshkov class represents the most modern and versatile warships in the Russian fleet.
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NATO partners join US Army-led exercise to test future warfare concepts in Europe
Europe, News, US September 30, 2024 , by IRIA
The U.S. Army joined NATO forces for the Avenger Triad / Joint Warfighting Assessment 24 Exercise in Europe. The exercise, which included about 4,000 personnel, was part of the Army's persistent experimentation campaign to modernize its fighting force by 2030.
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US moves forward with Glide Phase Interceptor program to counter hypersonic missile threats
News, US September 30, 2024 , by IRIA
The United States Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has decided to move forward with Northrop Grumman Corporation for the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program. The GPI initiative is the first-of-its-kind defensive countermeasure against hypersonic missile threats.
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Israel conducts massive strike in Beirut, kills Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah
Middle East, News September 29, 2024 , by IRIA
Hezbollah has confirmed the killing of its longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike in the Lebanese capital of Beirut on September 27, 2024. The confirmation came a few hours after the Israeli army announced the killing of Nasrallah, after carrying out a large-scale attack on Lebanon.
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AUKUS partners committed to enhancing military capabilities and strengthen deterrence in the Indo-Pacific
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News, US September 29, 2024 , by IRIA
The defense leaders of the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia (AUKUS) met for the trilateral security dialogue at the AUKUS defense ministerial meeting in London, on September 26, 2024. The leaders agreed to enhance their military capabilities, deepen interoperability, and strengthen deterrence in the Indo-Pacific.
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US announces more weapons for Ukraine to strengthen air defenses as Biden meets Zelenskyy
Europe, News, US September 28, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. President Joe Biden directed the Department of Defense to allocate all remaining security assistance funding for Ukraine as he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on September 26, 2024.
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Pakistan signs contract to sell JF-17 Block-III fighter jets to Azerbaijan
Asia-Pacific, News September 28, 2024 , by IRIA
Pakistan finalized a contract to supply JF-17 Block III fighter jets to Azerbaijan, according to an announcement made by the Pakistani military on September 26, 2024. The deal comes as Islamabad continues to forge new military partnerships amid shifting global alliances.