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European leaders issued a joint statement over the weekend urging the United States to increase diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia, underscoring that any peace deal to end the war in Ukraine must involve Kyiv directly. -
The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a peace agreement at the White House on August 8, 2025, marking the end of decades of conflict between the two South Caucasus nations.Azerbaijan and Armenia sign US-brokered peace deal at White House, agree to normalize relations
Europe, News, US August 10, 2025 -
Israel’s security cabinet has approved a plan to take control of Gaza City, in what officials describe as a key step toward “defeating Hamas” and “concluding the war.” Netanyahu’s office confirmed the decision, outlining a five-point strategy approved by majority vote.Israel’s security cabinet approves plan to take control of Gaza City, signaling sharp escalation and sparking condemnation
Middle East, News August 9, 2025 -
Japan has taken delivery of its first three F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to strengthen its defense capabilities. The jets arrived at Nyutabaru Air Base in the Miyazaki prefecture on August 7, 2025.Japan receives first batch of F-35B stealth fighter jets from US
Asia-Pacific, News August 9, 2025 -
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet in the coming days, the Kremlin confirmed, marking a high-stakes diplomatic push towards the ceasefire and a possible end to the war in Ukraine.Trump and Putin to meet soon to discuss Ukraine war, Zelenskyy insists European involvement in peace talks
Europe, News, US August 8, 2025 -
The U.S. Air Force has begun transferring dozens of F-16 Fighting Falcon warplanes from Kunsan Air Base to Osan Air Base in South Korea as part of a planned test to increase combat efficiency and readiness.US relocates F-16 fleet to South Korea’s Osan air base as ‘Super Squadron Test’ enters new phase
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The Australian government has finalized a strategic shipbuilding agreement with Austal to construct more than two dozen new landing craft for the Army, as Canberra seeks to close a widening gap in its amphibious warfare capability.Australia approves shipping agreement with Austal to build two dozen landing crafts
Asia-Pacific, News August 7, 2025 -
U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff held high-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on August 6, 2025, just days before Trump’s deadline for a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine.Trump’s envoy meets with Russian President Putin to discuss Ukraine war and ceasefire deadline
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Sweden, Norway, and Denmark have jointly pledged around $500 million to a NATO initiative aimed at supplying U.S. weapons to Ukraine, including Patriot missile systems and other critical air defense capabilities.Sweden, Norway, and Denmark pledge $500 million to NATO-led US weapons package for Ukraine
Europe, News August 6, 2025 -
Thailand has approved the purchase of four new Swedish-made Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets, the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) had confirmed. This marks a major step in the country’s ongoing efforts to modernize its aerial capabilities.Thailand approves $600 million purchase of Swedish Gripen fighter jets following clash with Cambodia
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News August 6, 2025














