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  US fifth-generation F-35 fighter jet lands on Japanese warship for the first time during sea trials

  Asia-Pacific, News, US October 25, 2024 , by IRIA

  A U.S. Navy F-35 Lightning II fifth-generation stealth fighter jet conducted a successful landing on Japan's Izumo-class multi-functional destroyer JS Kaga (DDH-184) for the first time during sea trials with the Japanese warship in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
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  Comments Off on BRICS leaders convene in Russia to discuss Ukraine conflict, Middle East peace, and alternative financial systems 0

  BRICS leaders convene in Russia to discuss Ukraine conflict, Middle East peace, and alternative financial systems

  Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, News October 24, 2024 , by IRIA

  The 16th BRICS Summit took place in Kazan, Russia, on October 22-24, 2024. The summit marked a significant diplomatic event, bringing together leaders from some of the world's largest emerging economies.
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  US next-generation unmanned aircraft XQ-58A Valkyrie completes multi-domain test

  News, US October 24, 2024 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Marine Corps’ next-generation unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) XQ-58A Valkyrie demonstrated tactical data link integration during Exercise Emerald Flag 2024. The XQ-58A contributed broad airborne and surface sensor awareness information to multiple ground and airborne joint network participants.
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  Comments Off on US Army receives 400 advanced missile warning systems for helicopters 0

  US Army receives 400 advanced missile warning systems for helicopters

  News, US October 23, 2024 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Army has received 400 2-Color Advanced Warning Systems (2CAWS) from BAE Systems. The next-generation missile warning systems would improve aircraft survivability for the Army's heavy lift, utility, and attack helicopters.
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  Camcopter S-100 unmanned aircraft demonstrates multi-mission capabilities at NATO exercise

  Europe, News October 23, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Camcopter S-100 unmanned aircraft demonstrated multi-mission capabilities in the maritime domain at NATO Exercise REPMUS 2024. Sponsored by the UK Royal Navy and in collaboration with Thales, the Camcopter S-100 successfully carried out multiple missions during the three-week exercise.
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  Comments Off on China and India reach agreement on border patrolling, ending four years of military standoff 0

  China and India reach agreement on border patrolling, ending four years of military standoff

  Asia-Pacific, News October 22, 2024 , by IRIA

  China and India agreed on patrolling arrangements in their disputed border in the western Himalayas on October 21, 2024, marking an end to the tense four-year military standoff that has strained relations between the two Asian giants.
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  Comments Off on Israel conducts strikes on Gaza and Beirut as death toll in Lebanon exceeds 1800 0

  Israel conducts strikes on Gaza and Beirut as death toll in Lebanon exceeds 1800

  Middle East, News October 22, 2024 , by IRIA

  Israel’s latest airstrikes on Lebanon resulted in the deaths of at least 16 people and injuries to 59 others, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. Most of the casualties occurred in southern Lebanon and Nabatiyeh, while additional injuries were reported in the Beqaa region.
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  Comments Off on US and Japan’s SM-3 Block IIA ballistic missile interceptor reaches full-rate production 0

  US and Japan’s SM-3 Block IIA ballistic missile interceptor reaches full-rate production

  Asia-Pacific, News, US October 21, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. leading defense manufacturer Raytheon Technologies recently announced that its Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block IIA ballistic missile interceptor has achieved full-rate production approval and is set to meet the increased demand from the U.S. and allied partners.
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  Comments Off on NATO defense ministers meet to strengthen Ukraine support and expand focus on Indo-Pacific region 0

  NATO defense ministers meet to strengthen Ukraine support and expand focus on Indo-Pacific region

  Europe, News October 21, 2024 , by IRIA

  NATO Defense Ministers convened for a two-day meeting in Brussels to discuss various global security issues, ranging from the war in Ukraine to increasing cooperation with Indo-Pacific partners. The recent meeting marked the first time Indo-Pacific nations joined the talks alongside NATO members.
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  German Chancellor Scholz meets Turkish President Erdogan in Istanbul

  Europe, Middle East, News October 20, 2024 , by IRIA

  German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrived in Istanbul to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on October 19, 2024. The meeting between the two leaders was focused on discussing multiple international issues, including the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

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