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Philippines finalizes deal with Japan to acquire 5 retired Abukuma-class destroyers
Asia-Pacific, News July 10, 2026 , by IRIA
The Philippines has confirmed an agreement with Japan to acquire five retired Abukuma-class destroyer escorts from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) to strengthen the defense partnership and elevate Manila's maritime capabilities amid security challenges in the Indo-Pacific.
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Germany to buy US Tomahawks to strengthen its long-range strike capability
Europe, News, US July 10, 2026 , by IRIA
Germany has announced plans to purchase U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles and Typhon ground-based launchers, marking a major step to strengthen its long-range strike capabilities and reduce reliance on the deployment of U.S. missile systems in Europe.
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NATO leaders gather in Ankara for 2026 annual summit focused on defense, Ukraine and alliance security
Europe, News, US July 9, 2026 , by IRIA
NATO leaders concluded the 2026 Summit in Ankara on July 8, 2026, with major commitments to increase defense spending, strengthen military capabilities, expand defense industrial cooperation, and maintain long-term support for Ukraine.
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US-Iran tensions escalate as both sides exchange strikes, ceasefire faces collapse
Middle East, News, US July 9, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes on July 8, 2026, sharply escalating tensions in the Gulf and placing their recently signed ceasefire agreement on the verge of collapse.
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NATO allies to buy up to five MQ-4C Triton drones for maritime surveillance
Europe, News July 8, 2026 , by IRIA
NATO announced a series of major air capability projects on July 7, 2026, aimed at strengthening the alliance's intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, air transport, and refueling capabilities as leaders gathered in Ankara for the 2026 NATO Summit.
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Explosions rock Damascus during French President Macron’s visit
Europe, Middle East, News July 8, 2026 , by IRIA
French President Emmanuel Macron continued his landmark visit to Syria that he started on June 6, 2026, after twin explosions in central Damascus injured 18 people, including four police officers, underscoring the country's fragile security situation even as it seeks closer ties with Europe.
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China and Russia launch joint naval drills in Yellow Sea, expand strategic maritime cooperation
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News July 7, 2026 , by IRIA
China and Russia have launched their annual Joint Sea-2026 naval exercise off China's eastern coast, bringing together warships, submarines and support vessels for a week of combined operations aimed at strengthening military cooperation and enhancing maritime security.
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Australia and Fiji sign mutual defense alliance to strengthen Pacific security
Asia-Pacific, News July 7, 2026 , by IRIA
Australia and Fiji have signed a new mutual defense alliance aimed at strengthening security cooperation and reinforcing stability across the Pacific, marking one of the most significant upgrades in relations between the two countries in recent years.
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North Korea tests cruise missiles and advanced weapons aboard destroyer Kang Kon as Kim oversees combat trials
Asia-Pacific, News July 6, 2026 , by IRIA
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen a comprehensive series of combat system evaluations aboard the newly built guided missile destroyer Kang Kon, as Pyongyang continues to advance its naval modernization programme and expand the operational capabilities of the Korean People's Navy.
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UK, Italy, and Japan advance sixth-generation fighter program with $6.1 billion GCAP contract
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News July 6, 2026 , by IRIA
The United Kingdom, Italy, and Japan have awarded a $6.1 billion contract to Edgewing to advance the development of the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP), marking a significant milestone in the trilateral effort to field a sixth-generation fighter aircraft by 2035.