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US Air Force begins flight tests for next-generation E-4C SAOC ‘Doomsday Plane’
News, US September 6, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. Air Force and Sierra Nevada Corp. have started flight tests of the next-generation E-4C Survivable Airborne Operations Control (SAOC), or the “doomsday plane,” with the first flight in Dayton, Ohio.
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Germany’s Rheinmetall and Norway’s Andøya Space team up to strengthen European space capabilities
Europe, News September 6, 2025 , by IRIA
Germany's Rheinmetall Nordic AS and Norwegian firm Andøya Space have signed a Letter of Intent to enhance European space capabilities. The cooperation lays the groundwork for enhancing Europe’s civil and military space operations, and addresses Europe's security demands by rapidly deploying satellites and space assets.
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US President Trump pressures Europe on Russian oil as European leaders pledge troops for Ukraine
Europe, News, US September 5, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump held a videoconference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders at a security summit in Paris on September 4, 2025, urging them to end Russian energy purchases and increase pressure on China.
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Lockheed Martin secures largest-ever missiles contract from US Army worth $9.8 billion
News, US September 5, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. Army has awarded Lockheed Martin its largest-ever $9.8 billion contract to produce nearly 2,000 Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors and associated hardware. The announcement came at a joint signing ceremony at Grand Prairie, Texas, facility on September 4, 2025.
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China unveils new missiles, drones and high-tech defense systems at largest-ever military parade
Asia-Pacific, News September 4, 2025 , by IRIA
China showcased advanced high-tech weapons and its modern warfare capabilities at the grand military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025, which featured more than 10,000 troops, over 100 aircraft and hundreds of ground vehicles.
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Czech Republic approves $1.6 billion to buy 44 tanks from Germany
Europe, News September 4, 2025 , by IRIA
The Czech Republic approved a major military procurement deal on September 3, 2025. Prague would purchase 44 Leopard 2A8 battle tanks from Germany for $1.6 billion.
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NATO partners launch Baltic exercises as Russia and Belarus conduct Zapad 2025 military drills
Europe, News September 3, 2025 , by IRIA
A Germany-led military training exercise, “Northern Coasts,” began this week as a run-up to the Quadriga 2025 exercises in the Baltic Sea region, with participation from more than a dozen NATO allies, including the United States and Canada.
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US military strike on alleged Venezuelan drug smuggling boat kills 11 people
Americas, News, US September 3, 2025 , by IRIA
The United States military carried out a strike on a vessel departing from Venezuela and allegedly carrying illegal narcotics, killing 11 people on boat, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on September 2, 2025.
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Highlights of 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization Leaders’ Summit
Asia-Pacific, News September 2, 2025 , by IRIA
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) convened its annual summit in Tianjin, China, on August 31 and September 1, 2025, bringing together heads of state, senior officials, and representatives from across Eurasia.
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US approves $329 million Patriot and Starlink package for Ukraine
Europe, News, US September 2, 2025 , by IRIA
The United States Department of State has approved a military sales package worth $329.1 million for Ukraine, covering the sustainment of Patriot air defense systems and an extension of satellite communication services for Starlink terminals.