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  Comments Off on Spain deploys 8 F-18 fighter jets to Romania to support NATO’s Air Policing mission 0

  Spain deploys 8 F-18 fighter jets to Romania to support NATO’s Air Policing mission

  Europe, News August 12, 2024 , by IRIA

  Spanish Air Force has deployed its eight F-18 Hornet fighter jets and 150 military personnel to Romania to support NATO's enhanced Air Policing mission. The detachment arrived at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base in Romania last week and would remain there for four months.
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  US releases $3.5 billion funds for Israel to buy American military equipment

  Middle East, News, US August 11, 2024 , by IRIA

  The U.S. State Department has announced that Washington will provide Israel with $3.5 billion to spend on American weapons and military equipment. The funds are part of a broader $14 billion supplemental funding bill passed by Congress in April.
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  Comments Off on Ukraine to receive additional Stinger missiles and ammunition by US in $125 military aid package 0

  Ukraine to receive additional Stinger missiles and ammunition by US in $125 military aid package

  Europe, News, US August 10, 2024 , by IRIA

  The United States announced a new $125 million military aid package for Ukraine on August 9, 2024. The latest tranche of military aid for Ukraine comes at a time when Kyiv is carrying out an aggressive attack on Russian territories.
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  US Air Force and Navy test QUICKSINK anti-ship weapons system

  News, US August 10, 2024 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Air Force and Navy recently conducted a significant live-fire test in the Gulf of Mexico, showcasing the potential of the QUICKSINK anti-ship weapon system. The test involved a B-2 Spirit heavy strategic bomber, marking an important step forward in the U.S. military's ongoing efforts to enhance maritime strike capabilities.
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  Comments Off on NATO plans to reroute internet to space in case of disruption to undersea critical infrastructure 0

  NATO plans to reroute internet to space in case of disruption to undersea critical infrastructure

  Europe, News August 9, 2024 , by IRIA

  NATO’s Science for Peace, and Security (SPS) program and the U.S.’s Cornell University have launched a $2.5 million project designed to reroute allied communication from undersea cables to space-based systems in the event of disruption.
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  1 Comment on Russia declares state of emergency in Kursk region amid alleged Ukrainian incursions 0

  Russia declares state of emergency in Kursk region amid alleged Ukrainian incursions

  Europe, News August 9, 2024 , by IRIA

  Russia's Kursk region is under a state of emergency following what President Vladimir Putin has described as a "large-scale provocation" by Ukrainian forces. The situation, which began with an alleged Ukrainian offensive, has escalated tensions near the border, raising concerns about the security of critical infrastructure.
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  Comments Off on US Air Force receives first production unit of MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter 0

  US Air Force receives first production unit of MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter

  News, US August 8, 2024 , by IRIA

  Boeing has delivered the first production MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter to the U.S. Air Force. This advanced helicopter is set to be stationed at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana, where it will be utilized by airmen to patrol the extensive Minuteman III nuclear missile fields surrounding the base.
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  Comments Off on Latvian military receives first locally produced Patria Armored Carrier 0

  Latvian military receives first locally produced Patria Armored Carrier

  Europe, News August 8, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Latvian National Armed Forces have received their first locally-produced Patria armored personnel carriers (APCs). A ceremony marking this significant milestone was held at the Adazi military base in central Latvia, attended by the nation's defense minister, Andris Spruds.
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  Comments Off on Nearly 400 arrested in violent protests in UK as far-right groups attack refugees over Southport stabbings 0

  Nearly 400 arrested in violent protests in UK as far-right groups attack refugees over Southport stabbings

  Europe, News August 7, 2024 , by IRIA

  The United Kingdom is witnessing an unprecedented wave of violent riots targeting hotels housing asylum seekers, as far-right agitators escalate attacks amidst growing tensions and xenophobia.
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  Comments Off on US and Australia conduct ministerial-level talks focused on China’s actions and AUKUS projects 0

  US and Australia conduct ministerial-level talks focused on China’s actions and AUKUS projects

  Asia-Pacific, News, US August 7, 2024 , by IRIA

  The defense chiefs and top diplomats of the U.S. and Australia met in a 2+2 format for their annual Australia-U.S. Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN) talks on August 6, 2024. The discussions focused on China's "coercive behavior," the AUKUS nuclear submarine initiative, and increasing tensions in the Middle East.

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