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Poland shoots down Russian drones with NATO support in first direct engagement during Ukraine War
Europe, News September 11, 2025 , by IRIA
Polish and NATO fighter jets intercepted multiple Russian drones that violated Poland’s airspace on September 10, 2025, marking the first time the alliance has taken direct military action since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Several killed in Nepal protests over corruption and social media ban as prime minister resigns
Asia-Pacific, News September 11, 2025 , by IRIA
Violent demonstrations in Nepal against the government left at least 70 people dead and more than 1,000 injured, prompting the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli on September 9, 2025. The protests were triggered by a social media ban and intensified by frustration over corruption among the political elite.
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Israel conducts airstrike in Qatar targeting Hamas leadership, threatening regional stability
Middle East, News September 10, 2025 , by IRIA
Israel carried out an unprecedented strike on Hamas officials in Qatar on September 9, 2025, drawing global outrage, undermining ceasefire talks, and triggering a rift with the United States. The attack has destabilized Gulf diplomacy, raising fears of wider regional escalation.
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US Air Force awards contract for next-generation bunker-buster bomb
News, US September 10, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. Air Force has awarded a two-year contract to Applied Research Associates (ARA) to develop the Next Generation Penetrator (NGP), a successor to the 30,000-pound GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP). Boeing will provide the tail kit and integration support.
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France to develop next-generation laser defense to counter drones and missiles
Europe, News September 9, 2025 , by IRIA
France has contracted a consortium of domestic defense companies to develop a demonstrator for a high-power laser weapon system, with plans to field it by 2030. The French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA) announced that it had awarded the contract to MBDA, Safran Electronics & Defense, Thales, and CILAS.
Comments Off on Israel escalates deadly strikes and blockade on Gaza as civilian death toll surpasses 64,500 0

Israel escalates deadly strikes and blockade on Gaza as civilian death toll surpasses 64,500
Middle East, News September 9, 2025 , by IRIA
At least six Palestinians, including two children, have died of starvation in the besieged Gaza Strip on September 8, 2025, bringing the total number of recorded famine-related deaths since October 2023 to 393.
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Germany plans for major defense spending with Eurofighters and Taurus missile upgrades
Europe, News September 8, 2025 , by IRIA
The German government is preparing to seek parliamentary approval for a sweeping package of defense investments before the end of the year. According to official documents, Berlin plans to move forward with 81 projects, each exceeding $29 million, a threshold that requires clearance from the parliament’s budget committee.
Comments Off on Russia increases Shahed drone production to 2,700 units per month, Ukrainian Intelligence reports 0

Russia increases Shahed drone production to 2,700 units per month, Ukrainian Intelligence reports
Europe, News September 8, 2025 , by IRIA
Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) spokesperson Andrii Yusov has recently unveiled that Russia is ramping up its “kamikaze” drone production capabilities and is now capable of manufacturing up to 2,700 Shahed-type “kamikaze” drones each month.
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More than 40 countries join US and Egypt for Bright Star 25 multinational military exercise
Africa, Middle East, News, US September 7, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. and Egyptian military forces are conducting Bright Star 25 military exercises at Mohamed Naguib Military Base in Egypt, bringing 1,500 troops from the U.S. Central Command for joint drills. The exercise involves the participation of 44 countries, with 14 countries contributing over 8,000 troops.
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US President Trump renames Department of Defense as “Department of War”
News, US September 6, 2025 , by IRIA
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on September 5, 2025, restoring the historic name “Department of War” to the U.S. Department of Defense, marking a symbolic but potentially far-reaching shift in America’s military posture.