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A deadly attack at al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza has killed at least 500 Palestinians, prompting protests across the Middle East and North Africa region, and regional countries blaming Israel for the barbaric attack. -
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken returned to Israel on October 16, 2023, after completing his intense trip around the Middle East as he engaged with Arab leadership. U.S.’s top diplomat arrived in the region on October 11, seeking to prevent the escalation of the Israel-Hamas war into a regional conflict.Blinken returns to Israel for crisis talks after engaging with six Arab leaders
Middle East, News, US October 17, 2023 -
South Korean aerospace and defense firm Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) expanded its strategic partnership with U.S. defense manufacturer Northrop Grumman. The KAI awarded Northrop Grumman a contract to provide Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS).South Korea selects US defense firm to provide Airborne Laser Mine Detection System
Asia-Pacific, News, US October 17, 2023 -
Iranian administration has become more vocal about its concerns regarding Israel’s attacks in Gaza as the conflict enters its second week. Iranian foreign minister has warned Israel of severe consequences if it plans to launch a ground offensive in Gaza.Iran warns Israel of regional spillover of war if it launches ground offensive in Gaza
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News October 16, 2023 -
NATO Allies began the long-planned annual nuclear exercise Steadfast Noon on October 16, 2023. About 60 aircraft including B-52 bombers are taking part in training flights over southern Europe. The exercise will continue until October 26.About 60 NATO aircraft taking part in nuclear exercise in Europe
Europe, News October 16, 2023 -
U.S. President Joe Biden held phone talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on October 14, 2023. Biden reiterated "unwavering U.S. support for Israel" and "humanitarian assistance" for Palestinians.Biden hold phone talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, urges to prevent escalation of conflict
Middle East, News, US October 15, 2023 -
The U.S. Army has awarded a contract to the defense giant, Lockheed Martin, for the development of up to four 300 kW-class laser weapon systems. The contract has been awarded under the U.S. Army’s Indirect Fire Protection Capability-High Energy Laser (IFPC-HEL) prototype program.US Amy awards contract for development of laser weapons system
News, US October 15, 2023 -
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in the Middle East with a mission to prevent war in the region and to show solidarity with Israel after the Hamas attack. America’s top diplomat is visiting Israel, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt from October 11 to 15, 2023.US Secretary of State travels to the Middle East amid Israel-Palestine conflict
Middle East, News, US October 14, 2023 -
NATO Defense Ministers launched the 'Digital Ocean Vision' initiative during their two-day meeting in Brussels. The project aims to enhance the alliance’s maritime situational awareness from seabed to space.NATO defense leaders launch initiative to enhance maritime surveillance capabilities
Europe, News October 14, 2023 -
President of Iran Ibrahim Raisi and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held their first-ever bilateral discussion during a phone call on October 11, 2023. This is the first time in decades that the leaders of the two rival nations have spoken directly to each other.Iranian President and Saudi Crown Prince hold first talks since ties restored to discuss Israel-Palestine conflict
Middle East, News October 13, 2023














