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Trump announces 25% tariff on India, extra penalty for purchasing Russian oil and military equipment
Asia-Pacific, News, US July 31, 2025 , by IRIA
United States President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 25% tariff on Indian goods, along with an “extra penalty” for New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil and military equipment. The measures are scheduled to take effect on August 1, 2025.
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Trump concludes Scotland visit with talks on trade, energy, Gaza crisis, and geopolitical issues
Europe, News, US July 30, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his visit to Scotland, which took place from July 25 to July 29, 2025, with a meeting with Scottish First Minister John Swinney. The discussions focused on key trade and geopolitical issues, including tariffs, North Sea oil, and the war in Gaza.
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North Korea demands US acknowledge its status as nuclear-armed state, rejects denuclearization talks
Asia-Pacific, News July 30, 2025 , by IRIA
North Korea has firmly declared that the United States must accept its status as a nuclear weapons state, dismissing any future negotiations aimed at denuclearization as unrealistic and insulting. The remarks were delivered by Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
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Thailand and Cambodia agree to immediate and unconditional ceasefire during talks in Malaysia
Asia-Pacific, News July 29, 2025 , by IRIA
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire" following five days of deadly border clashes that left at least 35 people dead and displaced more than 260,000 people. The ceasefire took effect at midnight after talks were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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US Marines and sailors conduct high-intensity exercise in Atlantic to boost combat readiness
News, US July 29, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. Marines and sailors assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) and the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (IWO ARG) successfully completed the Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) in the Atlantic Ocean from June 21 to July 14, 2025.
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Israeli forces killed 57 people in Gaza in one day, world leaders call for ceasefire as humanitarian crisis worsens
Europe, Middle East, News July 28, 2025 , by IRIA
At least 57 Palestinians were killed in Gaza in the past 24 hours by Israeli attacks, many while waiting for humanitarian aid. The death toll includes those shot near the Zikim crossing into Israel, where desperate civilians had gathered in hopes of receiving food and supplies.
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US and Baltic states strengthen security cooperation, reaffirm NATO defense spending commitments
Europe, News, US July 28, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted the defense ministers of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania at the Pentagon to discuss NATO defense priorities, regional security, and transatlantic cooperation.
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Thailand-Cambodia clashes intensify as death toll rises, 200,000 flee border region amid ceasefire calls
Asia-Pacific, News July 27, 2025 , by IRIA
Violent border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia entered a dangerous escalation, claiming at least 32 lives, mostly civilians, and displacing nearly 200,000 people on both sides of the long-contested border. The fighting entered its fourth day on July 27.
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IDEF 2025: Next-generation precision weapons unveiled, strategic defense agreements signed in Turkiye
Europe, Middle East, News July 26, 2025 , by IRIA
Turkiye hosted its largest and most prestigious defense exhibition, International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025, unveiling the country's latest advancements in defense technology and expanding international defense cooperation.
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Switzerland buys five German-made IRIS-T SLM systems to strengthen air defense
Europe, News July 26, 2025 , by IRIA
Switzerland has signed a contract to purchase five IRIS-T SLM medium-range ground-based air defense (GBAD MR) systems from Germany’s Diehl Defense. The contract, valued at approximately $574 million, is part of the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI).