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  Tens of thousands of Israelis take part in anti-government protests after death of six hostages

  Middle East, News September 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on September 1, 2024, to protest against the government. The protests were ignited by the tragic discovery of six hostages' bodies in the Gaza Strip.
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  Moscow hits back after Ukraine carries out biggest drone attacks on Russia

  Europe, News September 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  Ukraine launched one of its biggest drone attacks on Russia over the weekend, hitting a refinery and power station deep inside the country. Russian Defense Ministry said that the country shot down 158 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 11 over Moscow and the surrounding region.
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  Comments Off on US Army awards largest single-year contract for Javelin antitank missile worth $1.3 billion 0

  US Army awards largest single-year contract for Javelin antitank missile worth $1.3 billion

  News, US September 2, 2024 , by IRIA

  A joint venture between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $1.3 billion production contract by the U.S. Army for Javelin missiles and associated equipment. This largest single-year contract for Javelin production underscores the increasing global demand for these highly effective anti-armor weapons.
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  Northrop Grumman redesigning ICBM target vehicle for US Missle Defense Agency

  News, US September 2, 2024 , by IRIA

  US defense manufacturer Northrop Grumman is redesigning the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) target vehicle for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to replace the Trident C4 first-stage solid rocket motor with a Peacekeeper SR119 motor.
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  Ukrainian President Zelenskyy fires Air Force commander after F-16 jet crash

  Europe, News September 1, 2024 , by IRIA

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the commander of the country’s air force. This decision came just four days after an F-16 warplane, recently acquired from Western allies, crashed during a Russian bombardment, resulting in the death of its pilot.
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  South Korea and US conducted joint exercise to improve naval and amphibious capabilities

  Asia-Pacific, News, US September 1, 2024 , by IRIA

  The South Korean forces are conducting a joint exercise with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to improve interoperability and strengthen the U.S.-South Korea Alliance’s combat readiness. The Exercise Ssang Yong 24 is being held along the east coast and around the Pohang area from August 26 to September 7.
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  Comments Off on EU foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine and Gaza wars, develop common strategies 0

  EU foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine and Gaza wars, develop common strategies

  Europe, News August 31, 2024 , by IRIA

  Foreign ministers of the European Union (EU) member states met in Brussels to discuss pressing global issues, focusing on the ongoing crises in Ukraine, the Middle East issue, including the war in Gaza as well as the political crisis in Venezuela.
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  Serbia to get 12 Rafale fighter jets from France for $3 billion

  Europe, News August 31, 2024 , by IRIA

  Serbia has taken a significant step in modernizing its air force by signing a $3 billion deal with France's Dassault Aviation to buy 12 Rafale fighter jets. The contract was signed during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Belgrade on August 29, 2024.
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  2 Comments on Ukraine F-16 fighter jet crashes, pilot dies repelling Russian cruise missile attack 0

  Ukraine F-16 fighter jet crashes, pilot dies repelling Russian cruise missile attack

  Europe, News August 30, 2024 , by IRIA

  In a significant blow to Ukraine's air force, one of its newly acquired F-16 fighter jets crashed while repelling a massive Russian attack on Monday, as confirmed by Kyiv's military. This marks the first reported loss of an F-16 since the much-anticipated arrival of the U.S.-made planes earlier this month.
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  US forces stand ready in Middle East to protect Israel and American troops from Iranian attack

  Middle East, News, US August 30, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. forces continue to stand ready in the Middle East to protect Israel, American troops, and assets in the region from any potential attack from Iran or its proxies.

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