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Iran submits 14-point plan to US to end war as Trump signals skepticism over proposal
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as rift with Europe deepens over Iran war
Israeli air strikes on Lebanon kill 41 people in 24 hours despite US-Iran ceasefire
US approves $8.6 billion in military sales to Middle East allies, including Qatar, Kuwait, UAE and Israel
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound humanitarian flotilla in international waters near Greece, detains activists
Pentagon signs deals with seven AI companies for classified military systems
Romania signs agreement with US to access American counter-drone marketplace
Trump slams German Chancellor Merz as US-Europe tensions grow over Iran war
Iran war has cost the US $25 billion, Pentagon says, as conflict nears 60 days
Australia expands long-range strike capability with $1.64 billion HIMARS and Bushmaster deal

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Death toll nears 22,000 as Israel widens aerial attacks in Gaza
Middle East, News December 27, 2023 , by IRIA
The death toll in Gaza has reached nearly 21,000 as Israel continues its assault and aerial attacks on civilian targets. Israeli airstrikes on Christmas Eve resulted in more than 100 deaths in Gaza.
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Iran’s navy receives new cruise missiles and advanced helicopters as regional tension grows
Middle East, News December 26, 2023 , by IRIA
The Iranian navy has received domestically produced Talaeiyeh smart cruise missiles along with new reconnaissance helicopters, drones, and Nasir marine cruise missiles that can be launched from warships.
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US approves $780m Stinger missiles and defense equipment sale for Germany, Netherlands and Italy
Europe, News, US December 26, 2023 , by IRIA
The United States Department of State has approved a possible sale of Stinger missiles and related equipment to the NATO Support and Procurement Agency for Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands. The estimated total cost of the missiles and related military hardware is $780 million.
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US President Biden discusses war objectives and phases with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu
Middle East, News, US December 25, 2023 , by IRIA
President of the United States Joe Biden held a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on December 23, 2023. The two leaders discussed Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, including its ‘objectives and phasing’ during their call.
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US Navy awards $80 million contract to prototype Advanced Electronic Warfare for F/A-18 fighter jet
News, US December 25, 2023 , by IRIA
The United States Navy has awarded defense manufacturer Raytheon (RTX) a $80 million contract to prototype Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet fighter jet
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US, China military leaders hold first talks in more than a year
Asia-Pacific, News, US December 24, 2023 , by IRIA
Top military leaders from the United States and the People’s Republic of China held a virtual meeting on December 21, 2023, marking the first interaction between the two militaries in more than a year.
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Ukraine claims to down three Russian Su-34 fighter jets
Europe, News December 24, 2023 , by IRIA
The Ukrainian military has claimed to have shot down three Russian Su-34 fighter bomber jets in the Kherson region on December 22, 2023. Moscow has neither confirmed nor denied Kyiv’s claims.
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US developing directed energy weapon to defeat threats at speed of light
News, US December 23, 2023 , by IRIA
U.S. defense firm Raytheon, an RTX business, to design, build, and test two high-power microwave antenna systems for U.S. military. The weapon system will use directed energy to counter aerial threats at the speed of light.
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US approves nearly $2 billion sale of Black Hawk helicopters to Greece
Europe, News, US December 23, 2023 , by IRIA
The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of 35 Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters along with its military armaments, weapons, surplus engines, and other related equipment to Greece in a deal that is worth around $1.95 billion.
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France and Saudi Arabia sign agreement to strengthen defense cooperation
Europe, Middle East, News December 22, 2023 , by IRIA
Defense representatives from France and Saudi Arabia came together in Paris on December 20, 2023, to sign a bilateral executive plan for “cooperation on capabilities, military, R&D, and industries,” the Saudi defense minister said.

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