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South Korean Navy commissions its first next-generation Aegis destroyer
Asia-Pacific, News December 11, 2024 , by IRIA
South Korea's Navy completed the commission of ROKS Jeongjo the Great, the first ship in a new class of guided-missile destroyers equipped with the advanced Aegis combat system.
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US conducts large-scale airstrikes on 75 targets in Syria, one day after collapse of Assad’s regime
Middle East, News, US December 10, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. Air Force carried out a large-scale series of airstrikes on central Syria on December 9, 2024, targeting over 75 locations associated with the ISIS group. The strikes come one day after the collapse of Syria’s government.
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Russia to deploy Oreshnik hypersonic missile in Belarus as both countries sign mutual security treaty
Europe, News December 10, 2024 , by IRIA
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Minsk to finalize a treaty offering security guarantees for Belarus, Moscow's staunch ally. The agreement solidifies Belarus’ inclusion under the Russian nuclear umbrella, marking a significant shift in regional security dynamics amid ongoing tensions with the West over the conflict in Ukraine.
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Syrian regime falls as rebels take over capital, ending 50-year rule of Assad family
Middle East, News December 9, 2024 , by IRIA
Syrian President Bashar Assad’s government collapsed early December 8, 2024, following a lightning rebel offensive that seized control of the capital of Damascus and ended the 50-year rule of the Assad family. Syrian rebels announced the ouster of Assad on TV
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Trump visits France for the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral and high-profile meetings
Europe, News, US December 9, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump visited Paris over the weekend to attend a ceremony marking the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral. Trump also met with French President Macron, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and Prince William, underscoring his upcoming diplomatic agenda.
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Denmark and Sweden award $2.5 billion contract to expand CV90 combat vehicle fleet
Europe, News December 8, 2024 , by IRIA
BAE Systems finalized a $2.5 billion contract on December 6, 2024, to produce additional CV90 combat vehicles for Denmark and Sweden. The latest contract aims to upgrade and reinforce the existing fleet of vehicles amid ongoing security threats.
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US Department of Defense approves unified strategy to counter drone threats
News, US December 7, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has approved a classified strategy to counter unmanned aerial systems (UAS). This initiative aims to consolidate and unify the U.S. military's approach to protecting personnel, facilities, and assets from these evolving threats.
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Bahamas rejects Trump’s proposal to take in deported immigrants
Americas, News, US December 7, 2024 , by IRIA
The Bahamas has firmly rejected a proposal from the transition team of United States President-elect Donald Trump to accept migrants from other countries who may be deported under his administration’s revived hardline immigration agenda.
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UK, Italy and Japan invite Saudi Arabia to join 6th generation fighter jet development project
Europe, Middle East, News December 6, 2024 , by IRIA
The United Kingdom, Italy, and Japan have invited Saudi Arabia to join the ambitious Global Combat Air Program (GCAP). The joint venture is aimed at developing an advanced 6th generation stealth fighter jet stealth aircraft to enter service in the mid-2030s.
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NATO Foreign Ministers reaffirm support for Ukraine, agree to enhance cyber and intelligence cooperation
Europe, News December 6, 2024 , by IRIA
NATO Foreign Ministers convened on December 3-4, 2024, in Brussels to reaffirm their unwavering support for Ukraine and bolster stability in the Middle East. The discussions circled strengthening NATO partnerships and enhanced defense strategies amid changing security dynamics.