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  Comments Off on Japan signs $216 million missile development deal with Mitsubishi to bolster national defense 0

  Japan signs $216 million missile development deal with Mitsubishi to bolster national defense

  Asia-Pacific, News April 7, 2025 , by IRIA

  Japan's Ministry of Defense awarded Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) a $216 million contract to develop advanced long-range, precision-guided missiles. The latest contract is a part of the country’s broader military modernization agenda in response to mounting regional threats.
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  Comments Off on India and Sri Lanka strengthen defense and energy ties during Modi’s visit to Colombo 0

  India and Sri Lanka strengthen defense and energy ties during Modi’s visit to Colombo

  Asia-Pacific, News April 7, 2025 , by IRIA

  In a significant diplomatic and strategic move, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a three-day visit to Sri Lanka, during which he secured key defense and energy deals aimed at bolstering ties between the two nations.
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  Comments Off on US Space Force awards $13.6 billion launch contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin 0

  US Space Force awards $13.6 billion launch contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin

  News, US April 6, 2025 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Space Force has awarded over $13.67 billion in launch contracts to SpaceX, United Launch Alliance (ULA), and Blue Origin. These contracts, part of the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 2 procurement strategy, cover 54 missions slated to take place between fiscal years 2027 and 2032.
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  Comments Off on US President Trump pushes for direct nuclear talks with Iran amid mounting tensions 0

  US President Trump pushes for direct nuclear talks with Iran amid mounting tensions

  Middle East, News, US April 5, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump has called for direct negotiations with Iran over its controversial nuclear program. This move comes on the heels of heightened rhetoric, military posturing, and a two-month deadline issued by Trump for Tehran to return to the negotiating table or face potential military action.
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  Comments Off on Netherlands military signs $1.1 billion deal with US defense contractor for Falcon IV radio system 0

  Netherlands military signs $1.1 billion deal with US defense contractor for Falcon IV radio system

  Europe, News April 5, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Netherlands Ministry of Defense has signed a $1.1 billion contract with U.S. defense contractor L3Harris Technologies for cutting-edge Falcon IV radios. The agreement represents a critical step in modernizing the Netherlands' tactical communication infrastructure and enhancing operational alignment with NATO allies.
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  Comments Off on Trump’s ‘Reciprocal Tariffs’ take effect, sending shockwaves through global trade system 0

  Trump’s ‘Reciprocal Tariffs’ take effect, sending shockwaves through global trade system

  Asia-Pacific, Europe, News, US April 4, 2025 , by IRIA

  The United States’ sweeping reciprocal tariffs have marked a significant shift in trade policy and igniting a firestorm of reactions from allies and rivals alike. Branded by the U.S. President Trump as “Liberation Day,” the move implements his long-promised “Fair and Reciprocal Trade Plan”.
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  Comments Off on Poland to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2026 as EU defense ministers meet in Warsaw 0

  Poland to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2026 as EU defense ministers meet in Warsaw

  Europe, News April 4, 2025 , by IRIA

  Poland has announced plans to raise its defense spending to 5% of its gross domestic product (GDP) by 2026, marking the highest defense-to-GDP ratio within NATO, surpassing even that of the United States.
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  Comments Off on US Army awards Lockheed Martin up to $4.94 billion contract to produce Precision Strike Missiles 0

  US Army awards Lockheed Martin up to $4.94 billion contract to produce Precision Strike Missiles

  News, US April 3, 2025 , by IRIA

  American defense manufacturer Lockheed Martin has secured an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract from the U.S. Army, valued at up to $4.94 billion, for the continued production of Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM).
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  Comments Off on NATO warships taking part in major exercise to improve operational readiness and secure vital sea lanes 0

  NATO warships taking part in major exercise to improve operational readiness and secure vital sea lanes

  Europe, News April 3, 2025 , by IRIA

  NATO Allies are taking part in a major multinational maritime exercise, Dynamic Mariner/Flotex 25, to improve operational readiness, enhance naval cooperation, and demonstrate the Alliance’s ability to secure vital sea lanes in an evolving security environment.
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  Comments Off on Russia launches first Yasen-class nuclear-powered submarine armed with Zircon hypersonic missile 0

  Russia launches first Yasen-class nuclear-powered submarine armed with Zircon hypersonic missile

  Europe, News April 2, 2025 , by IRIA

  Russia launched the first nuclear-powered submarine equipped with Zircon hypersonic cruise missiles. The Perm is the sixth vessel in the Yasen-class Project 885/885M family and is expected to be commissioned into the Russian Navy’s Pacific Fleet next year.

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