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  Comments Off on US Department of Defense approves unified strategy to counter drone threats 0

  US Department of Defense approves unified strategy to counter drone threats

  News, US December 7, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has approved a classified strategy to counter unmanned aerial systems (UAS). This initiative aims to consolidate and unify the U.S. military's approach to protecting personnel, facilities, and assets from these evolving threats.
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  Bahamas rejects Trump’s proposal to take in deported immigrants

  Americas, News, US December 7, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Bahamas has firmly rejected a proposal from the transition team of United States President-elect Donald Trump to accept migrants from other countries who may be deported under his administration’s revived hardline immigration agenda.
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  Comments Off on UK, Italy and Japan invite Saudi Arabia to join 6th generation fighter jet development project 0

  UK, Italy and Japan invite Saudi Arabia to join 6th generation fighter jet development project

  Europe, Middle East, News December 6, 2024 , by IRIA

  The United Kingdom, Italy, and Japan have invited Saudi Arabia to join the ambitious Global Combat Air Program (GCAP). The joint venture is aimed at developing an advanced 6th generation stealth fighter jet stealth aircraft to enter service in the mid-2030s.
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  Comments Off on NATO Foreign Ministers reaffirm support for Ukraine, agree to enhance cyber and intelligence cooperation 0

  NATO Foreign Ministers reaffirm support for Ukraine, agree to enhance cyber and intelligence cooperation

  Europe, News December 6, 2024 , by IRIA

  NATO Foreign Ministers convened on December 3-4, 2024, in Brussels to reaffirm their unwavering support for Ukraine and bolster stability in the Middle East. The discussions circled strengthening NATO partnerships and enhanced defense strategies amid changing security dynamics.
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  Comments Off on Australia commits over $39 million to Quantum and Counter-Disinformation technologies for national security 0

  Australia commits over $39 million to Quantum and Counter-Disinformation technologies for national security

  Asia-Pacific, News December 5, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Australian Government has committed more than $60 million AUD ($39 million) to support the development of quantum technologies and counter-disinformation systems as a part of its ongoing Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator’s (ASCA) and Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDT) program.
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  Comments Off on Romania signs $903 million deal with Turkish firm Otokar to procure Cobra II armored vehicles 0

  Romania signs $903 million deal with Turkish firm Otokar to procure Cobra II armored vehicles

  Europe, News December 5, 2024 , by IRIA

  Romania’s Ministry of National Defense signed a €857 ($903) million deal with Turkey’s Otokar to purchase 1,059 Cobra II 4×4 armored vehicles. Under the agreement, a significant portion of the vehicles will be produced locally in Romania, marking a milestone in the country’s defense modernization efforts.
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  Comments Off on South Korean President Yoon lifts martial law amid protests, lawmakers reject military rule 0

  South Korean President Yoon lifts martial law amid protests, lawmakers reject military rule

  Asia-Pacific, News December 4, 2024 , by IRIA

  South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol lifted the martial law he imposed hours ago after a tense night of political drama in which troops surrounded parliament and lawmakers voted to reject military rule.
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  Comments Off on US announces $725 million security assistance package for Ukraine amid escalating tensions 0

  US announces $725 million security assistance package for Ukraine amid escalating tensions

  Europe, News, US December 4, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Biden Administration has announced a significant security assistance package for Ukraine valued at $725 million. This marks the 71st tranche of aid drawn from the U.S. defense inventories since August 2021.
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  Comments Off on German Chancellor Scholz pledges $680 million in aid for Ukraine during his trip to Kyiv 0

  German Chancellor Scholz pledges $680 million in aid for Ukraine during his trip to Kyiv

  Asia-Pacific, Europe, News December 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Ukraine for the first time in more than two and a half years on December 2, 2024. Scholz unveiled a substantial $680 million military aid package for Ukraine.
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  Comments Off on Biden visits Africa for the first time during his presidency to counter China’s regional influence 0

  Biden visits Africa for the first time during his presidency to counter China’s regional influence

  Africa, News, US December 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Biden started his first-ever visit to sub-Saharan Africa, fulfilling a long-promised commitment to strengthen ties with the continent. Central to his agenda is showcasing the Lobito Corridor railway project to reshape the U.S. approach to Africa’s critical mineral sector and countering China’s growing influence.

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