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Italy and US agreed to enhance strategic partnership as Meloni meets Biden
Europe, News, US July 30, 2023 , by IRIA
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met U.S. President Joe Biden at the White House as both leaders agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation and strategic partnership between the two countries. Both leaders also recognized the need to address the global consequences of the Russia-Ukraine war.
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US-Australia Talisman Sabre war games on hold after helicopter crash
Asia-Pacific, News July 29, 2023 , by IRIA
Four Australian defense military aboard an MRH-90 Taipan helicopter were reported missing after the helicopter crashed into the sea off the coast of Queensland in Australia, on July 28, 2023.
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US defense chief visits Papua New Guinea and Australia on Asia-Pacific trip
Asia-Pacific, News, US July 29, 2023 , by IRIA
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III visited Papua New Guinea and Australia on his trip to Indo-Pacific from July 26-30, 2023, to strengthen military ties with regional countries, observe Talisman Sabre Exercise, and attend Australia-U.S. Ministerial Consultations.
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Russian and Chinese delegates attend North Korea’s military parade unveiling new weapons
Asia-Pacific, News July 28, 2023 , by IRIA
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was joined by senior Russian and Chinese delegates at a grand military parade marking a major war anniversary. The parade held in Pyongyang on July 27 night displayed some of the country’s most powerful nuclear-capable missiles as well as new weapons and drones.
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China’s new Foreign Minister Wang Yi makes first visit to Turkey to bolster ties
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News July 28, 2023 , by IRIA
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi traveled to Turkiye on his first foreign visit since taking office this week. In Ankara, he held meetings with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan as well as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to strengthen China-Turkiye strategic cooperation.
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NATO-Ukraine Council meets for second time, condemns Russia’s withdrawal from grain deal
Europe, News July 28, 2023 , by IRIA
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg convened the second NATO-Ukraine Council meeting on July 26, 2023. The meeting was called to address the serious security situation in the Black Sea. NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoana chaired the council meeting.
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US to provide Black Hornet nano drones to Ukraine in new $400 million military package
Europe, News, US July 27, 2023 , by IRIA
The United States Department of Defense announced a new military aid package for Ukraine valued at up to $400 million. The latest package consists of additional air defense missiles, armored vehicles, anti-aircraft and anti-armor rockets, and small surveillance drones.
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Poland signs $58 million deal to buy Saab 340 AEW&C aircraft
Europe, News July 27, 2023 , by IRIA
Poland has finalized a $58 million deal with a Swedish aerospace and defense manufacturer to purchase two Saab 340 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft. The deal was signed by Poland’s Ministry of National Defense on July 25, 2023.
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Japan fires Type-12 anti-ship missile for first time in Australia
Asia-Pacific, News July 26, 2023 , by IRIA
Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force conducted the first live-fire demonstration of its Type-12 anti-ship missile off the coast of Australia on July 24, 2023. This is the first time that the Japanese forces tested the capability in Australia.
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Hungary receives first two H225M multirole helicopters from Airbus
Europe, News July 26, 2023 , by IRIA
Airbus delivered the first two of 16 H225M multirole combat and transport helicopters to Hungary's Defense Forces as the landlocked European country seeks to modernize its military. The helicopters were handed over at Szolnok Airbase.