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Denmark orders Rheinmetall MASS systems for its five frigates
Europe, News August 13, 2026 , by IRIA
Denmark has awarded Rheinmetall a contract worth about $116 million to equip five Royal Danish Navy frigates with Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS) decoy launchers, strengthening their defenses against anti-ship missiles and other sensor-guided weapons.
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Ukraine accuses Russia of using North Korean ballistic missiles in deadly Zaporizhzhia attack
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News August 12, 2026 , by IRIA
Ukraine has accused Russia of using North Korean ballistic missiles in a deadly overnight attack on the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, highlighting the growing role of Pyongyang's weapons in Moscow's war effort.
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US-Iran talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz face obstacles as both sides demand concessions
Middle East, News, US August 12, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States and Iran have hardened their positions over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with Tehran demanding major changes in U.S. policy while President Donald Trump seeks compensation from Iran, raising new doubts about the prospects for a broader diplomatic settlement.
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US Marine Corps awards V2X up to $500 million logistics integration support contract
News, US August 11, 2026 , by IRIA
The U.S. Marine Corps has awarded V2X a logistics integration support contract with a base value of approximately $391 million and a potential value of up to $500 million, including all option periods under the contract ceiling.
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Germany and Netherlands order 69 Boxer RCT30 infantry fighting vehicles
Europe, News August 11, 2026 , by IRIA
Germany and the Netherlands are expanding their fleets of Boxer RCT30 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles with a new order for 69 vehicles, strengthening a joint European procurement program.
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Russia and Ukraine exchange deadly strikes as both sides intensify aerial attacks
Europe, News August 10, 2026 , by IRIA
Russia and Ukraine exchanged overnight strikes on August 9, 2026, with attacks killing civilians and injuring dozens of people on both sides as the aerial campaign between the two countries continues to intensify.
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US Department of War urges defense companies to accelerate weapons production as Iran war strains missile stockpiles
Middle East, News, US August 10, 2026 , by IRIA
The U.S. Department of War is pressing defense companies to accelerate weapons production as the war with Iran continues to put pressure on American stocks of advanced missiles and air defense interceptors.
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy makes first trip to Serbia as Belgrade seeks closer ties with Ukraine and EU
Europe, News August 9, 2026 , by IRIA
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first official visit to Serbia on August 7-8, 2026, meeting Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic as Belgrade seeks to strengthen ties with Ukraine and advance its European integration while maintaining its longstanding relationship with Russia.
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US-led PANAMAX 2026 brings 19 nations together to strengthen Panama Canal security
Americas, News, US August 8, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States and 18 partner nations are taking part in PANAMAX 2026, a multinational military exercise focused on improving regional readiness, strengthening interoperability, and preparing participating forces to respond to simulated threats to the Panama Canal and wider security of the Western Hemisphere.
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UK Air Force completes air policing deployment in Romania, Spain assumes responsibility
Europe, News August 8, 2026 , by IRIA
The UK Royal Air Force has completed a four-month NATO air policing deployment in Romania, handing responsibility to the Spanish Air and Space Force after its Eurofighter Typhoon fighters conducted 49 Quick Reaction Alert scrambles and maintained high readiness for more than 1,500 hours.