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US approves $270 million sale of M795 artillery projectiles to Norway
Europe, News, US August 7, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States has approved a possible $270 million Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Norway for an additional 155mm High Explosive (HE) M795 artillery projectiles, expanding Oslo’s artillery capabilities and reinforcing interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces.
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Northrop Grumman and Boeing demonstrate automated MQ-4C Triton and P-8A Poseidon mission teaming
News, US August 6, 2026 , by IRIA
Northrop Grumman and Boeing have demonstrated the first automated mission-control collaboration between the MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft and P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, advancing AI-enabled operations and manned-unmanned teaming for maritime missions.
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Pakistan Army reportedly bans Meta-owned WhatsApp for official communications, shifts to China’s WeChat
Asia-Pacific, News August 6, 2026 , by IRIA
Pakistan Army has reportedly directed its officers, soldiers and administrative personnel to gradually stop using Meta-owned WhatsApp for official communications and transition to the Chinese messaging platform WeChat, amid cybersecurity risks.
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Poland to host first-ever Coalition of the Willing military drills to strengthen Europe’s security against Russia
Europe, News August 5, 2026 , by IRIA
Poland has announced that it is preparing to host the first military exercises of the Coalition of the Willing nations this year, bringing together British, French and Polish forces as European allies step up planning for future security guarantees for Ukraine.
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Turkiye’s Aselsan equips Romania’s warship with radar and combat systems in major NATO export milestone
Europe, News August 5, 2026 , by IRIA
Turkiye’s defense firm ASELSAN has completed the integration of an advanced suite of Turkish-developed radar, combat and communications systems aboard Romania's Contraamiral August Roman corvette, marking a major defense export success for Turkiye and strengthening defense cooperation within NATO.
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US awards Northrop Grumman more than $4.8 billion in defense contracts
News, US August 4, 2026 , by IRIA
Northrop Grumman has secured more than $4.8 billion in new U.S. defense contracts focused on expanding missile interceptor production and continuing long-term support for the U.S. Air Force’s LITENING advanced targeting pod program.
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Germany’s Rheinmetall unveils GMF140 guided-missile frigate with Aegis system and submarine defense
Europe, News August 4, 2026 , by IRIA
German defense manufacturer Rheinmetall has unveiled the GMF140, a next-generation guided-missile frigate designed to provide advanced air and missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, and long-range strike capabilities for NATO and allied navies.
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Iran and Oman near Strait of Hormuz deal as US President Trump announces new Iran talks
Middle East, News, US August 3, 2026 , by IRIA
Iran said negotiations with Oman over a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz are in their final stages, while U.S. President Donald Trump announced that fresh negotiations with Tehran would begin on August 3, 2026, after he postponed planned military strikes.
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North Korea accuses NATO of preparing for war after alliance approves $31 billion fuel infrastructure plan
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News August 3, 2026 , by IRIA
North Korea has accused NATO of preparing for future wars after the alliance approved a major expansion of its military fuel infrastructure across Europe, a project NATO says is designed to strengthen collective defense, improve military readiness, and support operations in an increasingly challenging security environment.
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US Navy awards record $76.6 billion worth of contracts for 14 new nuclear-powered submarines
News, US August 2, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States has awarded $76.6 billion in contracts for the construction of 14 new nuclear-powered submarines, marking the largest shipbuilding order in U.S. Navy history and reinforcing the country's long-term focus on maintaining undersea military superiority and modernizing its nuclear deterrent.