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US Navy conducts test of Trident II D5 submarine-launched ballistic missile
News, US October 3, 2023 , by IRIA
United States Navy successfully test launched its Trident II D5 Life Extension Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM). The Navy conducted Demonstration and Shakedown Operation-32 (DASO-32) and launched an unarmed missile from the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California.
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Suicide bomber detonates explosive device near Turkish government building in Ankara
Europe, Middle East, News October 2, 2023 , by IRIA
A suicide bomber detonated an explosive device at a government building in Turkey’s capital Ankara on October 1, 2023. The bomber died while his assailant was killed in a shootout. Two police officials were injured.
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NATO chief addresses International Defense Industry Forum in Ukraine
Europe, News October 2, 2023 , by IRIA
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg traveled to Kyiv on September 29, 2023, to participate in Ukraine’s first International Defense Industry Forum. He also met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss the status of the ongoing war and Ukraine’s counteroffensive operations.
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Australia retires Taipan helicopter fleet after crash incidents
Asia-Pacific, News October 1, 2023 , by IRIA
The Australian military has decided to retire its fleet of 47 Taipan helicopters earlier than the expected date after the crash incident and frequent complaints of technical faults. The helicopters have been in service since 2004.
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NATO to boost presence in Kosovo amid Serbia’s military buildup
Europe, News October 1, 2023 , by IRIA
NATO has authorized the deployment of additional forces under its peacekeeping mission in Kosovo fearing a violent conflict between Pristina and Belgrade. Serbia is ramping up its military presence at the Kosovo northern border.
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US tests new advanced capabilities aboard the U-2 aircraft
News, US September 30, 2023 , by IRIA
The United States Air Force in partnership with the leading defense manufacturer Lockheed Martin successfully completed the first flight of the U-2 Dragon Lady aircraft's Avionics Tech Refresh (ATR) program.
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NATO Military Committee chief visits Egypt, Jordan and Israel to boost defense ties
Europe, Middle East, News September 30, 2023 , by IRIA
Chair of the NATO Military Committee Admiral Rob Bauer visited Egypt, Jordan, and Israel from September 23-28, 2023, to meet with senior political and military leaders of Middle East countries and enhance defense partnership.
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North Korean parliament amends constitution for new nuclear policy
Asia-Pacific, News September 29, 2023 , by IRIA
North Korea’s parliament approved a constitutional amendment to execute the country’s new nuclear arms policy on September 27, 2023. North Korea’s Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un said that the constitutional amendment will help North Korea hold a ‘definite edge’ in deterring threats.
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Czech government approves plans to buy 24 F-35 jets for $6.5 billion
Europe, News, US September 29, 2023 , by IRIA
The government of the Czech Republic approved plans to purchase 24 F-35 fighter jets from the U.S. in a deal that is valued at $6.5 billion. Once completed, it would become the largest-ever defense spending on a single defense acquisition by Prague.
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Israeli minister leads first official delegation to Saudi Arabia
Middle East, News September 28, 2023 , by IRIA
Israel’s Tourism Minister Haim Katz arrived in Riyadh to attend a UN conference, marking the first-ever visit from the Israeli minister to Saudi Arabia as the speculations of normalization of relations between the two countries become stronger.