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Ukraine needs additional air defense systems to protect grain corridor: Zelenskyy
Europe, News November 28, 2023 , by IRIA
Ukraine requires additional air defense systems to protect the grain corridor in the Black Sea and Odesa region from Russian attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at the second international summit "Grain from Ukraine" in Kyiv.
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Norway and Germany to develop next-generation SuperSonic Strike Missile
Europe, News November 27, 2023 , by IRIA
Norway and Germany are jointly developing the next-generation strike missile called "SuperSonic Strike Missile", the Norwegian government announced on November 24, 2023. The new weapon is expected to be deployed on naval vessels in both countries.
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Europe’s largest counter-IED exercise Bison Counter concluded in Spain
Europe, News November 27, 2023 , by IRIA
European Defense Agency (EDA) conducted the largest-ever exercise Bison Counter 2023 to combat improvised explosive devices (IEDs). More than 1,000 European forces from 16 countries participated in the joint training exercise in Spain.
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UK and Turkiye sign deal to strengthen defense and security cooperation
Europe, News November 26, 2023 , by IRIA
The United Kingdom and Turkish defense ministers have signed an agreement to bolster collaboration on defense and security initiatives. The two NATO Allies have agreed to work more closely together during the meeting of defense ministers in Ankara, Turkiye, on November 23, 2023.
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Philippines and Australia conduct joint air and maritime patrols in South China Sea
Asia-Pacific, News November 26, 2023 , by IRIA
The Philippines and Australia started their first joint sea and air patrols in the South China Sea on November 25, 2023. The joint patrol comes only days after Manila participated in a similar military activity with the U.S. in the Asia-Pacific region.
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French foreign minister visits China to discuss bilateral ties, Russia-Ukraine war
Europe, News November 25, 2023 , by IRIA
French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna arrived in Beijing on November 24, 2023, to discuss bilateral relations as well as economic, global security, and climate issues. During her visit, Colonna met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
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Hamas frees 24 hostages, Israel releases 39 prisoners as four-day ceasefire begins in Gaza
Middle East, News November 25, 2023 , by IRIA
As part of the ceasefire deal struck between Israel and Hamas to exchange Israeli hostages for imprisoned Palestinians, Hamas released the initial group of 24 hostage, including 13 Israelis, 10 Thai citizens, and 1 Filipino citizen, while Israel has freed 39 Palestinian women and children held in Israeli jails.
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Czech Republic received 14 Leopard 2 main battle tanks from Germany
Europe, News November 24, 2023 , by IRIA
German government delivered 14 Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks to the Czech Republic. The German-made tanks were provided as part of compensation for military assistance provided to Ukraine by the Czech Republic.
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US forces attack Iranian-backed militants in Iraq
Middle East, News, US November 24, 2023 , by IRIA
The United States Department of Defense announced on November 21, 2023, that the U.S. military carried out a series of aerial strikes against Iranian-backed militants in Iraq.
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North Korea successfully sends first spy satellite into orbit
Asia-Pacific, News November 23, 2023 , by IRIA
North Korea placed its first spy satellite Malligyong-1 into orbit on November 21, 2023, DPRK's space agency said in a statement. The satellite was successfully launched using a new-type carrier rocket Chollima-1 after two failed attempts.