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Slovak Prime Minister Fico visits Russia in a surprise visit to meet Putin
Europe, News December 24, 2024 , by IRIA
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a previously unannounced visit to Moscow. The two leaders discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and critical energy issues, including the future of natural gas supplies to Slovakia.
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US Naval vessel mistakenly shoots down its own F/A-18 fighter jet over Red Sea
News, US December 23, 2024 , by IRIA
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that a U.S. Navy’s guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg mistakenly fired upon and hit a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet on December 22, 2024, shortly after the jet took off from the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier.
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Germany awards $1.25 billion contract for digitalization of land forces
Europe, News December 23, 2024 , by IRIA
German Bundeswehr awarded a $1.25 billion (€1.2 billion) large-scale contract for digitalizing the land forces, including IT development, equipping hardware, and converting over 10,000 combat and support vehicles, under the Digitisation of Land-Based Operations (D-LBO) program.
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US scraps $10 million reward for arrest of Syria’s new leader after diplomatic talks in Damascus
Middle East, News, US December 22, 2024 , by IRIA
The Biden administration has announced that it will no longer pursue a $10 million reward for information leading to the capture of Ahmad Al Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad Al Jolani, the leader of the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
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At least 6 foreign embassies damaged in Russian strikes in Ukraine
Europe, News December 21, 2024 , by IRIA
A Russian missile strike on Ukraine on December 20, 2024, caused significant damage to the city, including several foreign embassies in Kyiv. One person was killed, and 12 others were injured in the attack, which Kyiv authorities described as part of a series of ballistic missile launches early in the morning.
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Germany orders four additional Type 212CD submarines from ThyssenKrupp
Europe, News December 21, 2024 , by IRIA
Germany has formalized a contract with Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) for four additional Type 212CD submarines bringing the total number of fleet to six. The agreement is part of a joint German-Norwegian submarine program.
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NATO defense ministers convene to discuss strategies for combating information threats
Europe, News December 20, 2024 , by IRIA
NATO Defense Ministers met in Brussels to discuss and endorse a comprehensive approach to countering these threats. They stressed the importance of resilience, technological adaptation, and collaboration across sectors and regions. NATO and its Allies are under constant pressure from hybrid threats.
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Australia and UK sign key agreement on AUKUS submarine deal
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News December 20, 2024 , by IRIA
The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) signed a contract with BAE Systems and ASC Pty Ltd to mark a significant step forward in the development of the nuclear-powered, conventionally armed submarines SSN AUKUS fleet for the Royal Australian Navy.
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Slovakia chooses to buy 12 Black Hawk UH-60 Helicopters over AH-1Z Vipers
Europe, News December 19, 2024 , by IRIA
Slovak Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Robert Kalinak announced his country’s decision to acquire 12 UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from the U.S., marking a significant development in the country's defense.
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Sweden to acquire Saab’s cutting-edge autonomous underwater vehicle for mine detection
Europe, News December 19, 2024 , by IRIA
Sweden has signed a contract with Saab for the procurement of the AUV62-MR, an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) designed for counter-mine operations.