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NATO chief Stoltenberg visits Kyiv, vows to increase arms flow for Ukraine
Europe, News April 30, 2024 , by IRIA
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg arrived in Kyiv on April 29, 2024. During his meeting with the Ukrainian leadership, Stoltenberg conveyed commitments to provide further military assistance.
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Pakistan Navy’s first of 8 advanced Hangor-class submarines launched in China
Asia-Pacific, News April 30, 2024 , by IRIA
China launched the first of 8 advanced Hangor-class submarines for the Pakistan Navy. The vessel has been built in collaboration between Pakistan and China. The launch ceremony was held at the Wuchang Shipbuilding site in Shuangliu Base, located in Wuhan, China.
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More children killed in Gaza in 6 months than in all conflicts around the world in 4 years
Middle East, News April 29, 2024 , by IRIA
More children have been killed in Gaza by Israeli forces in the past six months than in all the conflicts across the world in the last four years, the UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini said on April 28, 2024.
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US announces $6 billion aid package during Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting
Europe, News, US April 29, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin unveiled a historic $6 billion military assistance program for Ukraine. The initiative would empower the U.S. to procure state-of-the-art equipment from its defense industry to bolster the Ukrainian defense against Russian invasion.
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France and Germany sign agreement to develop next-generation battle tank
Europe, News April 28, 2024 , by IRIA
France and Germany signed a collaboration agreement on April 26, 2024, for the development of a forthcoming battle-tank system by 2040. The defense ministers of both countries approved an industrial work-share pact during their meeting in Paris.
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NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg visits Germany to discuss security issues and Ukraine war
Europe, News April 27, 2024 , by IRIA
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg arrived in Berlin to meet with German leadership, including Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and members of the Foreign Affairs and the Defense Committee, to discuss common security threats and NATO's support for Ukraine.
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Sweden to send first batch of troops to Latvia under NATO deployment
Europe, News April 27, 2024 , by IRIA
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced his country’s decision about dispatching a scaled-down battalion to NATO forces stationed in Latvia by 2025, aimed at bolstering the Baltic nation against the threat of a potential Russian incursion.
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits China seeking stability in relations
Asia-Pacific, News, US April 26, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Beijing on April 24, 2024, for his second visit to China within a year. His three-day visit comes at a time as the United States increases pressure on its rival concerning its support for Russia, while also aiming to handle tensions with Beijing.
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Poland to spend $2.9 billion to acquire missile equipment from South Korea and US
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News, US April 26, 2024 , by IRIA
Poland signed a contract with South Korean defense firm, Hanwha Aerospace, to purchase 72 K239 Chunmoo MLRS for approximately $1.64 billion, and a $1.275 billion contract to buy 360 Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missiles from the U.S.
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US approves $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
Europe, Middle East, News, US April 25, 2024 , by IRIA
After months of delays, the United States Senate has approved a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan with an overwhelming bipartisan majority. U.S. President Biden signed the bill into law on April 24, 2024.