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  Comments Off on Spain orders half a million advanced artillery propellant from Germany 0

  Spain orders half a million advanced artillery propellant from Germany

  Europe, News August 6, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Spanish Army has signed an agreement with Rheinmetall, a prominent German defense contractor, to supply modular propellant charges designed for 155mm extended-range artillery ammunition. The comprehensive framework agreement is valued at $223 million and spans from mid-2024 to the end of 2025.
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  Comments Off on Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigns and flees country as 300 people killed in anti-government protests 0

  Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigns and flees country as 300 people killed in anti-government protests

  Asia-Pacific, News August 6, 2024 , by IRIA

  Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reportedly fled to India on a military helicopter as protesters in Bangladesh stormed her official residence. This development follows the deaths of nearly 300 people during weeks of anti-government protests.
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  Comments Off on US deploys fighter jets and warships to Middle East amid threats of Iranian attack on Israel 0

  US deploys fighter jets and warships to Middle East amid threats of Iranian attack on Israel

  Middle East, News, US August 5, 2024 , by IRIA

  The United States is deploying additional fighter jets and warships to the Middle East to bolster Israel's defense against potential attacks from Iran. This strategic move follows the assassination of key Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, which has exacerbated tensions in the already volatile region.
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  Comments Off on Pentagon data reveals high suicide rate among US infantry troops 0

  Pentagon data reveals high suicide rate among US infantry troops

  News, US August 5, 2024 , by IRIA

  A United States Department of Defense report, mandated by Congress, shows military suicide rates by career field, providing a rare insight into the comparative risk factors for service members. The report identified a total of 5,997 service members who died by suicide between 2011 and 2022.
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  Comments Off on Italy signs $1.6 billion contract for two advanced FREMM EVO frigates 0

  Italy signs $1.6 billion contract for two advanced FREMM EVO frigates

  Europe, News August 4, 2024 , by IRIA

  Italy has signed a $1.6 billion contract with domestic defense giants Fincantieri and Leonardo for the construction of two advanced FREMM EVO frigates. The agreement marks a significant enhancement in Italy's naval capabilities, aimed at addressing modern maritime threats and improving operational effectiveness.
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  Australian Air Force receives first MQ-4C Triton unmanned surveillance aircraft

  Asia-Pacific, News, US August 4, 2024 , by IRIA

  The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) received its first MQ-4C Triton uncrewed surveillance aircraft from U.S. defense firm Northrop Grumman. The RAAF unveiled the new aircraft during a ceremony at RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory.
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  Comments Off on Ukraine receives first batch of F-16 fighter jets to bolster defense 0

  Ukraine receives first batch of F-16 fighter jets to bolster defense

  Europe, News August 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  Ukraine has received its first batch of F-16 fighter jets. The confirmation came from Lithuania’s Foreign Minister and several other officials. The delivery marks a pivotal moment in Ukraine's defense strategy, as the country has been seeking advanced fighter jets since the early days of Russia's invasion.
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  Comments Off on 24 freed in biggest prisoner swap between Russia and West since Cold War 0

  24 freed in biggest prisoner swap between Russia and West since Cold War

  Europe, News, US August 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  Russia and the Western nations swapped 24 prisoners on August 1, 2024, marking the largest and most elaborate exchange since the Cold War era. The event, mediated by Turkey, is seen as significant for both Russia and Western countries, though it holds less strategic importance for Kyiv.
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  Comments Off on US awards $2.1 billion LTAMDS radar systems contract to RTX for Poland 0

  US awards $2.1 billion LTAMDS radar systems contract to RTX for Poland

  Europe, News, US August 2, 2024 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Army has awarded a substantial $2.1 billion contract to RTX for the initial production of its advanced Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) systems. This deal is part of Washington’s foreign military sales to Poland, reflecting the ongoing defense cooperation between the two nations.
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  1 Comment on Iran vows revenge for killing of Hamas leader in Tehran as US calls on all parties to stop escalation 0

  Iran vows revenge for killing of Hamas leader in Tehran as US calls on all parties to stop escalation

  Middle East, News, US August 2, 2024 , by IRIA

  Following developments that shook the Middle East region, Iran vowed to retaliate against Israel, which it blamed for the assassination of top Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Meanwhile, the White House expressed concerns about the heightened risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East.

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