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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba visits US to discuss trade and regional security with Trump
Asia-Pacific, News, US February 9, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House on February 7, 2025, reaffirming U.S.-Japan relations while pressing for a reduction in the U.S. trade deficit with Japan.
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Trump imposes sanctions on International Criminal Court over arrest warrants for Israeli leaders
Europe, News, US February 8, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing stringent sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC). This action comes in direct response to the ICC's recent arrest warrants issued against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza.
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Russia conducts stealth maneuvering tests for its Yars Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
Europe, News February 8, 2025 , by IRIA
Russia is conducting stealth maneuvers of its Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in the Volga region. Video footage released by the ministry showed Yars missile launchers moving through a snow-covered forest, conducting mobility and strategic deployment testing of the nuclear arsenal.
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China’s Xi Jinping hosts Thai Prime Minister and Brunei’s Sultan for talks in Beijing
Asia-Pacific, News February 7, 2025 , by IRIA
China’s President Xi Jinping met with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Beijing on February 6, 2025. The two leaders discussed ways to enhance mutual trust and expand cooperation amidst escalating global uncertainties.
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US Navy awards $383 million contract for development of next generation Trident II D5 missile
News, US February 7, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. Navy has awarded a $383 million contract to Lockheed Martin to develop the next generation of the Trident II Strategic Weapons System (SWS) D5 missile to bolster the United States' sea-based strategic deterrence.
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Syria’s interim president visits Turkey to discuss defense, economy and return of Syrian refugees
Middle East, News February 6, 2025 , by IRIA
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed Syria’s newly appointed interim President Ahmed Al Sharaa to Ankara on February 4, 2025. The landmark meeting underscored a potential thaw in relations between Turkey and Syria, two nations that had been at odds since the outbreak of the Syrian civil war in 2011.
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NATO aircraft conduct multi-domain operations over Poland and Baltic region
Europe, News February 6, 2025 , by IRIA
Fighter jets of NATO Allied nations conducted a complex Find, Fix, Track, and Target (F2T2) exercise over Poland and the Baltic region. The exercise, organized by NATO’s Allied Air Command, evaluated the Alliance’s capability to integrate multi-domain operations in a contested environment.
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Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza for reconstruction during Netanyahu’s visit, sparking criticism
Middle East, News, US February 5, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a drastic shift in U.S. policy, suggesting that the United States could “take over” the Gaza Strip, lead reconstruction efforts, and permanently resettle displaced Palestinians out of the war-ravaged enclave.
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Bulgaria to modernize its air force with delivery of first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet
Europe, News, US February 5, 2025 , by IRIA
Bulgaria received the first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet marking a major step forward in the European nation's efforts to modernize its air force. Lockheed Martin delivered the first Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 jet during a ceremony attended by American and Bulgarian leaders.
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EU leaders meet in Brussels to discuss joint European defense strategy
Europe, News February 4, 2025 , by IRIA
European Union leaders convened in Brussels on February 3, 2025, for a summit aimed at reinforcing the continent's defense strategy in response to growing security concerns and recent tariff actions by U.S. President Donald Trump.