IRIA | IRIA News | Page 120

Comments Off on Poland receives first batch of advanced M1A2 Abrams tanks 0

Poland receives first batch of advanced M1A2 Abrams tanks
Europe, News January 25, 2025 , by IRIA
Poland has received the initial batch of 28 M1A2 Abrams Systems Enhancement Package version 3 (SEPv3) tanks — the most advanced version of the Abrams. This acquisition marks a significant step in Poland’s ongoing efforts to modernize its military.
Comments Off on UK unveils first Boxer armored vehicle built under Mechanized Infantry Vehicle Program 0

UK unveils first Boxer armored vehicle built under Mechanized Infantry Vehicle Program
Europe, News January 25, 2025 , by IRIA
The United Kingdom has introduced its inaugural fully British-manufactured Boxer armored vehicle at the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference. This significant achievement underscores the UK's commitment to bolstering its defense capabilities and economic resilience.
Comments Off on Trump deploys 1,600 troops to US-Mexico border to support immigration crackdown efforts 0

Trump deploys 1,600 troops to US-Mexico border to support immigration crackdown efforts
News, US January 24, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. Department of Defense announced that it has begun deploying 1,600 active-duty troops to the U.S.-Mexico border to crack down on illegal immigration following President Donald Trump’s executive orders.
Comments Off on Israel intensifies operations in Jenin and West Bank despite ceasefire agreement 0

Israel intensifies operations in Jenin and West Bank despite ceasefire agreement
Middle East, News January 24, 2025 , by IRIA
Israel’s military operations in the Palestinian territories have intensified under the “Iron Wall” campaign, launched just days after a fragile ceasefire in Gaza. The campaign has drawn widespread attention due to its scale, civilian impact, and implications for the future of the region.
Comments Off on Xi and Putin discuss ties with Trump, Ukraine war, and Taiwan during video call 0

Xi and Putin discuss ties with Trump, Ukraine war, and Taiwan during video call
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News January 23, 2025 , by IRIA
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video call on January 21, 2025, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between their nations. U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the war in Ukraine and Taiwan came under discussion.
Comments Off on India joins Eurodrone program as observer nation 0

India joins Eurodrone program as observer nation
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News January 23, 2025 , by IRIA
India has been granted observer status on the Eurodrone program, a high-profile European project that aims to establish greater autonomy in drone technology for the European Union.
Comments Off on German Army orders 568 military logistics vehicles for more than $340 million 0

German Army orders 568 military logistics vehicles for more than $340 million
Europe, News January 22, 2025 , by IRIA
The German Bundeswehr (Armed Forces) has awarded Rheinmetall a $341 million (€330 million) contract to deliver 568 military logistics vehicles, consisting of 349 Unprotected Transport Vehicles (UTF) in 5-ton and 15-ton models, as well as 219 trucks equipped with a swap-body system.
Comments Off on Netherlands awards $529 million contract for Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit 0

Netherlands awards $529 million contract for Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit
Europe, News, US January 22, 2025 , by IRIA
The Netherlands has awarded U.S. defense manufacturer Raytheon, an RTX business, a $529 million contract for a Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit and related equipment. This contract supports the replenishment of a Patriot fire unit that was donated to Ukraine by the Dutch government.
1 Comment on Key takeaways from Trump’s inaugural address — from tariffs to immigration 0

Key takeaways from Trump’s inaugural address — from tariffs to immigration
News, US January 21, 2025 , by IRIA
On his first day back in office, U.S. President Trump took swift action, signing a series of executive orders to reverse 78 of Joe Biden’s policies. His actions included stricter immigration measures, U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, and tannouncement of steps to implement his pledges on economic, energy and military.
Comments Off on Lithuania announced plans to spend 5-6% of its GDP on defense in 2026-2030 0

Lithuania announced plans to spend 5-6% of its GDP on defense in 2026-2030
Europe, News January 21, 2025 , by IRIA
Lithuania's President Gitanas Nauseda announced that his country plans to allocate between 5 to 6 percent of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) annually to defense from 2026 to 2030. This announcement comes in response to heightened regional security threats posed by Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine and the broader instability in Eastern Europe.