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Germany finalizes contract with Netherlands’ Damen Naval to build additional F126 frigates
Europe, News June 25, 2024 , by IRIA
The Dutch shipbuilder, Damen Naval, has secured a contract from the German Navy to build two more Niedersachsen-class F126 frigates, enhancing the fleet's capability and bolstering Germany's maritime defense strategy.
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Romania to spend $2.7 billion on development of NATO’s largest air base
Europe, News June 24, 2024 , by IRIA
The Romanian government has embarked on a multibillion-dollar expansion and modernization project at the Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base, situated less than 200 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. The air base, located near a Romanian village, is set to become NATO’s largest air base in Europe.
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Ukraine’s military requests additional units of Latvian-made battlefield e-scooters
Europe, News June 24, 2024 , by IRIA
The Ukrainian military has expressed an urgent need for more battlefield e-scooters after they proved to be effective tools for stealthy reconnaissance and supply missions. Latvian firm, Mosphera, initially donated a small number of these camouflaged, ruggedized electric scooters to Ukrainian forces in early 2023.
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Romania to acquire 54 K9 Thunder howitzers from South Korea
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News June 23, 2024 , by IRIA
Romania’s Ministry of National Defense has announced the acquisition of 54 K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers from South Korea. The official announcement was made on June 19 following a high-level meeting between Romanian and South Korean defense chiefs.
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Russian President Putin warns South Korea against arming Ukraine
Asia-Pacific, News June 22, 2024 , by IRIA
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned South Korea against providing weapons to Ukraine. Putin said Seoul would be making "a big mistake" if it arms Ukraine in the war against Russia.
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Nigeria announces ‘overambitious’ plan to buy 50 military aircraft
Africa, News June 22, 2024 , by IRIA
Nigeria has announced a significant step to enhance its counter-terrorism capabilities by procuring more than 50 new military aircraft. This ambitious plan, however, has sparked debates among defense analysts regarding its feasibility and strategic direction.
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Nuclear powers intensively increasing arsenal amid global tensions: SIPRI report
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News, US June 21, 2024 , by IRIA
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has reposted in its annual assessment that the world’s nine nuclear-armed states are increasing their reliance on nuclear weapons amid rising tensions and deteriorating global insecurity.
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More than 60 countries exhibited cutting-edge military technology during Eurosatory 2024
Europe, News June 21, 2024 , by IRIA
Eurosatory 2024, the world's leading international defense and security exhibition, started in Paris on June 17, 2024. This bi-annual event has gathered over 2,000 exhibitors from 62 countries, showcasing cutting-edge advancements in military technology.
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US Indo-Pacific Command tests critical capabilities and operational readiness during multi-domain military exercises
Asia-Pacific, News, US June 20, 2024 , by IRIA
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command conducted joint training in multi-domain exercises to test critical capabilities and improve operational readiness in the Indo-Pacific region. U.S. defense firm Northrop Grumman collaborated with the U.S. military on nine separate experiments during the drills.
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US Air Force and Lockheed Martin test next-generation ICBM reentry vehicle
News, US June 20, 2024 , by IRIA
The U.S. Air Force and defense contractor Lockheed Martin successfully conducted a flight test of the Mk21A Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) reentry vehicle. This test marks a pivotal advancement in developing and deploying the United States' strategic military assets.