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US approves $328.5 million Lockheed Martin contract for advanced sensor pods to enhance Taiwan Air Force capabilities
Asia-Pacific, News, US January 3, 2026 , by IRIA
The U.S. awarded Lockheed Martin a $328.5 million contract to supply advanced targeting, navigation, and infrared sensor systems to Taiwan’s Air Force, in a deal linked to Foreign Military Sales and described as addressing an urgent operational requirement.
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North Korean leader Kim hails ‘invincible alliance’ with Russia in New Year message
Asia-Pacific, News January 2, 2026 , by IRIA
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised his troops fighting abroad for forging what he described as an “invincible alliance” with Russia during his New Year message. Kim underscored the military partnership between the two countries and hinted at potential future overseas deployments.
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Finland detains Russia-linked cargo ship over suspicion of damaging undersea communication cable
Europe, News January 2, 2026 , by IRIA
Finnish authorities detained a cargo vessel on December 31, 2025, sailing from Russia. The ship was stopped citing suspicion of damaging a critical undersea telecommunications cable linking Finland and Estonia. The vessel, identified as the Fitburg, was en route from the Russian port of St Petersburg to Haifa in Israel.
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Saudi Arabia and Oman’s foreign ministers meet to discuss regional escalation after Yemen strikes
Middle East, News January 1, 2026 , by IRIA
Oman’s foreign minister held talks with his Saudi counterpart in Riyadh on December 31, 2025, focused on containing the latest escalation in Yemen and reviving efforts toward a political settlement, as tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE continued to reverberate across the region.
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Turkiye conducts live-fire tests of Aselsan’s Tolun bunker buster bomb from Akinci drone
Middle East, News January 1, 2026 , by IRIA
Turkish defense firm ASELSAN conducted a live-fire test of its bunker-buster Tolun precision-guided munition, destroying a UH-1 helicopter placed beneath reinforced concrete fired from Baykar’s Akinci unmanned combat vehicle.
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UAE announces full withdrawal from Yemen as Saudi-backed coalition strikes Mukalla port
Middle East, News December 31, 2025 , by IRIA
The United Arab Emirates announced that it would withdraw its remaining forces from Yemen, after Saudi Arabia backed a 24-hour ultimatum for Emirati forces to leave the country. The decision follows a Saudi-led coalition airstrike on Yemen’s southern port of Mukalla.
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US awards Boeing $8.6 billion contract for F-15 fighter jets for Israel
Middle East, News, US December 31, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. has approved a major defense deal with Israel, awarding Boeing an $8.6 billion contract to produce advanced F-15IA fighter jets for the Israeli Air Force. The agreement covers the design, integration, testing, production, and delivery of 25 new aircraft, with an option to acquire an additional 25 jets in the coming years.
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China conducts large-scale live-fire drills around Taiwan with warships, fighter jets, and artillery
Asia-Pacific, News December 30, 2025 , by IRIA
China has launched its largest and most comprehensive round of military exercises around Taiwan to date, aimed at underscoring Beijing’s determination to safeguard national sovereignty and counter what it describes as escalating separatist activity and foreign interference in its internal affairs.
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UK and Germany deepen defense ties with $70 million mobile artillery systems deal
Europe, News December 30, 2025 , by IRIA
Germany and the United Kingdom signed a deal on to jointly procure advanced mobile artillery systems under a contract of $70 million. The agreement reflects a broader push by both governments to enhance long-range firepower, interoperability within NATO, and rapid-response capabilities.
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US President Trump meets Zelenskyy in Florida, says Ukraine peace deal closer despite unresolved issues
Europe, News, US December 29, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at his Florida resort on December 28, 2025, after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine.