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US Navy awards $1 billion contract to General Dynamics for modification of Virginia-class submarines
News, US March 27, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. Department of Defense has awarded more than $1.06 billion in contracts to General Dynamics Electric Boat, a subsidiary of General Dynamics, for the modification of long lead time materials for Virginia-class Block VI submarines.
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Turkish Foreign Minister visits US to revive defense ties and push for F-35 program return
Europe, News, US March 27, 2025 , by IRIA
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan began a two-day official visit to Washington, D.C., on March 25, 2025, with the primary goal of urging U.S. officials to lift sanctions on Turkey and reinstate Ankara’s participation in the F-35 fighter jet program.
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US brokers Black Sea ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine following separate talks in Riyadh
Europe, News, US March 26, 2025 , by IRIA
After three days of separate meetings involving American, Russian, and Ukrainian delegations in Saudi Arabia, the U.S. announced that it had brokered an agreement between Russia and Ukraine to halt military activity over the Black Sea, raising cautious hopes for a pause in the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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EU foreign policy chief urges ceasefire during visit to Israel amid escalating violence in Gaza
Europe, Middle East, News March 26, 2025 , by IRIA
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas made a high-stakes visit to Israel amid a backdrop of intensifying conflict and deepening humanitarian crisis. She stressed the urgent need for talks to end the conflict, saying, resuming negotiations is the only way forward
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Australia receives first HIMARS system from US to strengthen long-range strike capabilities
Asia-Pacific, News March 25, 2025 , by IRIA
The Australian Defense Ministry confirmed the arrival of the first batch of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) from the United States, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to modernize and enhance its long-range strike capabilities.
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Switzerland joins NATO Patriot support partnership to bolster national defense and industrial base
Europe, News March 25, 2025 , by IRIA
Federal Council of Switzerland approved the country’s participation in the NATO Support and Procurement Agency’s (NSPA) Patriot Support Partnership (PATRIOT SP).
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Trump announces development of 6th generation fighter jet F-47 for US Air Force
News, US March 24, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald J. Trump, alongside Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, announced that the U.S. Air Force will proceed with the production of the highly anticipated Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet platform. The aircraft portion of NGAD has been officially designated the F-47.
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UK begins construction of its most powerful Dreadnought class ballistic missile submarine
Europe, News March 24, 2025 , by IRIA
The United Kingdom started the construction of its new Dreadnought-class ballistic missile submarine. The keel laying ceremony of the UK Royal Navy's most powerful and technically advanced submarine was held at the BAE Systems’ Barrow-in-Furness shipyard.
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Foreign Ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea meet in Tokyo to discuss security and economic issues
Asia-Pacific, News March 23, 2025 , by IRIA
The foreign ministers of Japan, China, and South Korea convened in Tokyo on March 22, 2025, to address pressing regional security and economic issues amid escalating global uncertainties.
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UAE’s EDGE Group and French shipbuilding firm CMN NAVAL launch multi-billion dollar joint venture
Europe, Middle East, News March 22, 2025 , by IRIA
UAE defense giant EDGE Group has announced the formation of a new joint venture with French shipbuilding firm CMN NAVAL. The venture, named AD NAVAL (ADN), will be headquartered in Abu Dhabi and focus on the design, development, and manufacturing of high-value small to mid-size naval vessels.