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Chinese drone company DJI suspends operations in Russia and Ukraine
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News April 28, 2022 , by IRIA
Chinese drone firm Da-Jiang Innovations also known as DJI Technology Co. has suspended business activities in Russia and Ukraine as the firm reassesses sales compliance efforts in response to tensions in Ukraine.
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North Korea displays its newly tested ICBMs during military parade
Asia-Pacific, News April 27, 2022 , by IRIA
North Korea displayed its new and old weapon systems during a military parade that took place on April 25 to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the North Korean military.
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Pentagon seeks Soviet-style weapons for Ukraine from Eastern European factories
Europe, News, US April 27, 2022 , by IRIA
Pentagon has paced its efforts to arm Ukrainian forces against the ongoing Russian invasion. Pentagon recently issued an open call for weapons manufacturers to provide weapons and defense systems that can be sent to Ukraine.
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US wants to see a weakened Russia, so it never invades again: Pentagon Chief
Europe, News, US April 26, 2022 , by IRIA
Washington’s top diplomat and defense chief made their first official visit to Ukraine since the Russian invasion started in February 2022. The U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin traveled to Poland on April 25.
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Macron defeats his rival Marie Le Pen to win second term as French President
Europe, News April 25, 2022 , by IRIA
French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival and presidential opponent Marie Le Pen on April 25 to secure a second term as the President of France.
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Turkey closed its airspace for Russian planes flying to Syria
Europe, Middle East, News April 25, 2022 , by IRIA
A recent announcement from the Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu stated that Turkey has closed its airspace for Russian military and commercial flights heading towards Syria.
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Finland and Sweden’s naval forces conduct Anti-Submarine Warfare exercise
Europe, News April 24, 2022 , by IRIA
The Finnish and Swedish navies came together this week to conduct a joint Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) exercise in the Gulf of Finland.
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33 killed, 45 wounded in Afghanistan mosque blast
Asia-Pacific, News April 24, 2022 , by IRIA
33 people were killed and more than 45 were severely wounded as a result of a blast during the Friday prayers on April 22 in Kunduz city, northern Afghanistan, according to the Taliban spokesperson.
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Kim Jong-un thanks outgoing South Korean President Moon for his efforts for “great cause”
Asia-Pacific, News April 23, 2022 , by IRIA
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent a personal letter to the outgoing South Korean president in response to a letter sent by Moon Jae-in. Kim praised Moon’s pains and effort “for the great cause of the nation until the last days of his term of office.”
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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson visits India as West urges Modi to take a stronger stance against Russia
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News April 23, 2022 , by IRIA
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is on a two-day visit to India against the backdrop of war in Ukraine. Johnson hopes to entice the Indian administration toward the West and convince Modi's government to cut off dependence on Russian oil and gas.