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  Comments Off on Turkey begins construction of 3 major naval projects including aircraft carrier and submarine 0

  Turkey begins construction of 3 major naval projects including aircraft carrier and submarine

  Middle East, News January 5, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Turkish Navy has commenced the new year with an ambitious announcement regarding constructing three advanced warships based on indigenous designs. The projects include MUGEM Aircraft Carrier, TF-2000 Destroyer, and MILDEN Submarine.
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  China to strengthen aerial capabilities with advanced KJ-3000 early warning and control aircraft

  Asia-Pacific, News January 4, 2025 , by IRIA

  China has unveiled a new early warning and control aircraft, the KJ-3000. Built on the Y-20 platform, the new aircraft represents a significant enhancement in the surveillance and operational range, particularly in strategic regions like the South China Sea and the Western Pacific.
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  Suicide among Israeli soldiers surges to the highest rate amid the war on Gaza

  Middle East, News January 4, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has reported a sharp rise in suicides among its ranks amid the ongoing war, with 38 soldiers taking their own lives in 2023 and 2024. 28 of these suicides occurred after the October 7 attack that triggered the current conflict.
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  Syria’s foreign minister visits Saudi Arabia on first foreign trip as new government settles in

  Middle East, News January 3, 2025 , by IRIA

  Syria's top diplomat, Asaad Al Shaibani, arrived in Riyadh on January 2, 2025, on his first foreign visit since assuming office. This maiden visit marks a significant milestone for Syria’s new rulers after rebel forces ousted former President Bashar Al Assad on December 8, 2024.
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  Comments Off on US to strengthen naval defense capabilities with latest Virginia-class attack submarine 0

  US to strengthen naval defense capabilities with latest Virginia-class attack submarine

  News, US January 3, 2025 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Navy to further strengthen its naval defense capabilities with induction newest Virginia-class attack submarine USS Iowa SSN 797. The advanced submarine was delivered to U.S. Navy Submarine Force, marking the 12th battle force ship the Navy received in 2024.
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  Romania and Bulgaria fully join borderless Schengen Zone after 13-year wait

  Europe, News January 2, 2025 , by IRIA

  Romania and Bulgaria officially joined the Schengen Area, marking the end of a 13-year wait. Now encompassing 29 countries, the borderless travel zone witnessed its most recent expansion as land border checks between Bulgaria, Romania, and their neighboring EU member states were opened.
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  Comments Off on US sanctions Russian and Iranian organizations over election disinformation campaigns 0

  US sanctions Russian and Iranian organizations over election disinformation campaigns

  Middle East, News, US January 2, 2025 , by IRIA

  The United States Treasury Department has imposed fresh sanctions on two Iranian and Russian organizations tied to disinformation campaigns aimed at influencing American voters ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
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  Biden administration announces nearly $2.5 billion aid for Ukraine before Trump takes office

  Europe, News, US January 1, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled a new aid package for Ukraine totaling nearly $2.5 billion in military support, as his administration accelerates efforts to assist Kyiv in its ongoing battle against Russia.
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  Comments Off on Austria to buy 12 M-346FA light combat and trainer fighter jets from Italy 0

  Austria to buy 12 M-346FA light combat and trainer fighter jets from Italy

  Europe, News January 1, 2025 , by IRIA

  Austria has announced plans to purchase 12 Italian-made Leonardo M-346FA jets, which will serve dual purposes in both pilot training and national defense. The deal is currently being negotiated on a government-to-government basis between Vienna and Rome, according to a statement from Austria's Ministry of Defense.
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  Comments Off on Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar acquires Italy’s Piaggio Aerospace 0

  Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar acquires Italy’s Piaggio Aerospace

  Europe, Middle East, News December 31, 2024 , by IRIA

  Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar has successfully acquired Piaggio Aerospace, one of Italy’s most iconic aviation companies, in a move that signals the rising global influence of the Turkish aerospace sector and breathes new life into a struggling European enterprise.

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