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US Army awards BAE Systems $473 million contract for 40 additional M109A7 Paladin howitzers
News, US January 23, 2026 , by IRIA
The U.S. Army has awarded BAE Systems a $473 million contract to produce 40 additional M109A7 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer sets, further supporting the modernization of the Army’s artillery forces.
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Turkiye and Qatar sign $1 billion contract to jointly build Istanbul-class frigates for Indonesia
Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News January 22, 2026 , by IRIA
Turkish defense consortium TAIS Shipyards has signed a $1 billion memorandum of understanding with Qatar’s Barzan Holding for the construction of two Istanbul-class, also known as Istif or I-class, frigates for Indonesia.
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US approves $2.3 billion arms sale to Singapore, including P-8A reconnaissance aircraft
Asia-Pacific, News, US January 22, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States has approved a major $2.3 billion arms sale to Singapore, covering maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, lightweight torpedoes, air defense systems, and related equipment.
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Trump undermines European allies and breaches diplomatic protocols ahead of World Economic Forum in Davos
Europe, News, US January 21, 2026 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump has increased pressure on European allies ahead of the World Economic Forum in Davos by renewing his demand for U.S. control over Greenland and publicly revealing private diplomatic exchanges with European leaders.
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Belgium finalizes contract with KNDS for Leguan bridge laying systems
Europe, News January 21, 2026 , by IRIA
Belgium has finalized a contract with KNDS Deutschland to acquire Leguan bridge-laying systems for its military engineers, reinforcing the country’s ability to move heavy forces rapidly across damaged or missing infrastructure.
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At least seven killed and several injured in bomb blast at Chinese restaurant in Afghanistan
Asia-Pacific, News January 20, 2026 , by IRIA
An explosion tore through a hotel area in the Shahr-e-Naw district of central Kabul on January 19, 2026, killing at least seven people and injuring several others, including a Chinese citizen.
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South Korea begins deployment of largest Hyunmoo-V bunker-buster ballistic missile to deter North Korea
Asia-Pacific, News January 20, 2026 , by IRIA
South Korea began operational deployment of the Hyunmoo-V surface-to-surface ballistic missile to frontline units on January 19, 2026, following phased preparations that started in late 2025. Its entry into service forms part of Seoul’s long-term deterrence posture against North Korea.
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Syria announces ceasefire with Kurdish-led SDF after weeks of fighting
Middle East, News January 19, 2026 , by IRIA
The Syrian government formally signed an agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) on January 18, 2026, setting out a comprehensive framework for a nationwide ceasefire, territorial handover, and the full integration of SDF-controlled areas and personnel into the Syrian state.
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Trump vows 10% tariffs on eight European countries amid dispute over US Greenland plans
Europe, News, US January 19, 2026 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 10% tariffs on goods from eight European countries, escalating a transatlantic dispute over Greenland and raising fresh concerns about strains within NATO.
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UK conducts flight test of first full-size unmanned Proteus helicopter
Europe, News January 18, 2026 , by IRIA
The United Kingdom has completed the maiden autonomous flight of its first full-size unmanned helicopter. The helicopter, named Proteus, is intended to operate alongside crewed helicopters as part of the Royal Navy’s future aviation.