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NATO chief assures Romania of alliance’s defense capability amid partial withdrawal of US troops
Europe, News, US November 7, 2025 , by IRIA
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Bucharest, Romania, on November 5–6, 2025, where he met with President Nicușor Dan, Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, and other senior officials. During the visit, Rutte reaffirmed NATO’s collective defense capability amid growing concerns over the partial withdrawal of US troops.
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Israel launches major airstrikes on southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah
Middle East, News November 7, 2025 , by IRIA
The Israeli military carried out a wave of airstrikes across southern Lebanon on November 6, 2025, in what it said was an attempt to prevent Hezbollah from rearming. The strikes hit the towns of Kfar Dounine, Tayr Debba, and Zawtar al-Sharqiya, roughly an hour after Israeli forces issued evacuation warnings to residents.
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US test fires nuclear-capable Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile
News, US November 6, 2025 , by IRIA
The United States successfully launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from California early November 5, 2025, drawing international attention following President Donald Trump’s recent call to restart nuclear weapons testing after more than three decades.
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Italy awards first next-gen Lynx A2CS combat vehicle contract to Leonardo-Rheinmetall joint venture
Europe, News November 6, 2025 , by IRIA
The Italian Ministry of Defense has awarded the first supply contract for 21 A2CS Combat armored vehicles to the Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles (LRMV) joint venture, marking the first milestone of Italy’s new Army Armored Combat System (A2CS) program.
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Turkiye hosts summit of Arab and Muslim foreign ministers to discuss Gaza ceasefire and stabilization force
Middle East, News November 5, 2025 , by IRIA
Turkiye hosted a high-level summit in Istanbul, bringing together top diplomats from Arab and Muslim nations to address the fragile ceasefire in Gaza and explore the future of post-war governance under a U.S.-proposed stabilization plan.
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Romania acquires 18 F-16 jets from the Netherlands for NATO and Ukraine pilot training
Europe, News November 5, 2025 , by IRIA
Romania has finalized the acquisition of 18 F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft from the Netherlands to be used at the European F-16 Training Center (EFTC) in Fetesti, designed to train both NATO and Ukrainian pilots.
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Trump threatens military action in Nigeria over alleged Christian killings
Africa, News, US November 4, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump instructed the Pentagon to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria, saying Islamist militant groups are killing “record numbers of Christians” and that Washington may deploy troops or launch air strikes to stop the violence.
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Norway signs $98 million deal with Kongsberg to upgrade NASAMS air defense system
Europe, News November 4, 2025 , by IRIA
Norway has signed approximately 1 billion Norwegian kroner ($98 million) contract with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace to deliver upgraded components for the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS).
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Canada and Philippines sign defense agreement to strengthen security cooperation in South China Sea
Americas, Asia-Pacific, News November 3, 2025 , by IRIA
Canada and the Philippines signed a landmark defense agreement on November 2, 2025, aimed at boosting joint military drills, enhancing security cooperation, and deterring China’s growing assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea.
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Ukrainian drones hit key Russian oil port as both sides step up aerial attacks
Europe, News November 3, 2025 , by IRIA
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of carrying out overnight drone and missile attacks on November 2, 2025. Russian drone attack left at least two people dead in Ukraine’s southern Odesa region, while Ukraine’s attacks caused widespread damage to energy facilities in Russian territory.