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  Reformist Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran’s presidential election

  Middle East, News July 8, 2024 , by IRIA

  In a closely contested run-off election, centrist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian has been declared the next president of Iran after securing 53.7 percent of the vote. Pezeshkian emerged victorious against hardline rival Saeed Jalili, becoming the country’s second-highest-ranking official.
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  Latvia and Estonia to upgrade air defense system with German-made radar

  Europe, News July 8, 2024 , by IRIA

  Latvia and Estonia are set to receive advanced German-made radars as part of their ongoing efforts to bolster air defense capabilities under the ‘European Sky Shield Initiative’. The deal, valued at over $108 million, will see the integration of Hensoldt TRML-4D radars into the IRIS-T SLM air defense systems, supplied by Diehl Defence.
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  Hungary’s Prime Minister visits Russia, sparking controversy and criticism from European leaders

  Europe, News July 7, 2024 , by IRIA

  Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Moscow on July 5, 2024, to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Orban’s recent diplomatic maneuvers have sparked controversy and concern across Europe, as he navigates a delicate path between Moscow and Brussels amid escalating tensions over Ukraine.
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  Comments Off on Keir Starmer becomes UK’s new Prime Minister after Labour Party’s landslide victory in UK elections 0

  Keir Starmer becomes UK’s new Prime Minister after Labour Party’s landslide victory in UK elections

  Europe, News July 6, 2024 , by IRIA

  UK’s Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has officially become prime minister of the United Kingdom after his party secured a majority in the 650-seat parliament. Rishi Sunak's Conservatives faced the prospect of their worst defeat in the party's extensive history.
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  Comments Off on Stoltenberg termed support for Ukraine “most urgent task” at NATO Summit in Washington 0

  Stoltenberg termed support for Ukraine “most urgent task” at NATO Summit in Washington

  Europe, News, US July 6, 2024 , by IRIA

  NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg previewed the upcoming Washington Summit and stressed that support for Ukraine will be the “most urgent task” at the summit. NATO Allies are expected to further enhance military support to Ukraine and sign defense agreements to strengthen Kyiv's defense capabilities.
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  Comments Off on Shield AI receives $198 million contract to produce V-Bat ISR drones for US Coast Guards 0

  Shield AI receives $198 million contract to produce V-Bat ISR drones for US Coast Guards

  News, US July 5, 2024 , by IRIA

  Shield AI, a U.S.-based defense technology company, has announced that it secured a substantial contract from the U.S. Coast Guard, valued at $198 million, to provide Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) enabled V-BAT unmanned aircraft systems.
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  Comments Off on German defense firm Rheinmetall and Italy’s Leonardo team up for $21.6 billion tanks venture 0

  German defense firm Rheinmetall and Italy’s Leonardo team up for $21.6 billion tanks venture

  Europe, News July 5, 2024 , by IRIA

  German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall and Italy's Leonardo have announced a joint venture focused on developing advanced tanks and infantry fighting vehicles. The partnership marks a significant step towards consolidating European defense efforts amidst increasing geopolitical tensions and the need for military modernization.
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  Comments Off on SCO leaders discuss regional security and cooperation at summit in Kazakhstan 0

  SCO leaders discuss regional security and cooperation at summit in Kazakhstan

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

  Kazakhstan hosted the 2024 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Astana on July 3-4. The event has brought together leaders from member states to discuss pressing issues related to political, economic, and cultural cooperation.
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  Comments Off on Jennie Carignan appointed as Canada’s first female Defense Chief 0

  Jennie Carignan appointed as Canada’s first female Defense Chief

  Americas, News July 4, 2024 , by IRIA

  Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the appointment of Lieutenant-General Jennie Carignan as the Chief of the Defense Staff (CDS) of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). This landmark appointment makes Carignan the first woman in Canada's history to lead the CAF.
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  Comments Off on Thousands of Palestinians flee from Khan Younis as Israeli bombardment intensifies in southern Gaza 0

  Thousands of Palestinians flee from Khan Younis as Israeli bombardment intensifies in southern Gaza

  Middle East, News July 3, 2024 , by IRIA

  Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing their homes in Gaza’s Khan Younis area as Israeli forces intensify bombardments with bombs and artillery fire. Earlier this week, Israel issued a new evacuation order for the embattled southern city.

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