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  Comments Off on Iran warns Israel of regional spillover of war if it launches ground offensive in Gaza 0

  Iran warns Israel of regional spillover of war if it launches ground offensive in Gaza

  Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News October 16, 2023 , by IRIA

  Iranian administration has become more vocal about its concerns regarding Israel’s attacks in Gaza as the conflict enters its second week. Iranian foreign minister has warned Israel of severe consequences if it plans to launch a ground offensive in Gaza.
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  Comments Off on About 60 NATO aircraft taking part in nuclear exercise in Europe 0

  About 60 NATO aircraft taking part in nuclear exercise in Europe

  Europe, News October 16, 2023 , by IRIA

  NATO Allies began the long-planned annual nuclear exercise Steadfast Noon on October 16, 2023. About 60 aircraft including B-52 bombers are taking part in training flights over southern Europe. The exercise will continue until October 26.
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  Comments Off on Biden hold phone talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, urges to prevent escalation of conflict 0

  Biden hold phone talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, urges to prevent escalation of conflict

  Middle East, News, US October 15, 2023 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Joe Biden held phone talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on October 14, 2023. Biden reiterated "unwavering U.S. support for Israel" and "humanitarian assistance" for Palestinians.
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  Comments Off on US Amy awards contract for development of laser weapons system 0

  US Amy awards contract for development of laser weapons system

  News, US October 15, 2023 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Army has awarded a contract to the defense giant, Lockheed Martin, for the development of up to four 300 kW-class laser weapon systems. The contract has been awarded under the U.S. Army’s Indirect Fire Protection Capability-High Energy Laser (IFPC-HEL) prototype program.
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  Comments Off on US Secretary of State travels to the Middle East amid Israel-Palestine conflict 0

  US Secretary of State travels to the Middle East amid Israel-Palestine conflict

  Middle East, News, US October 14, 2023 , by IRIA

  U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in the Middle East with a mission to prevent war in the region and to show solidarity with Israel after the Hamas attack. America’s top diplomat is visiting Israel, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt from October 11 to 15, 2023.
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  Comments Off on NATO defense leaders launch initiative to enhance maritime surveillance capabilities 0

  NATO defense leaders launch initiative to enhance maritime surveillance capabilities

  Europe, News October 14, 2023 , by IRIA

  NATO Defense Ministers launched the 'Digital Ocean Vision' initiative during their two-day meeting in Brussels. The project aims to enhance the alliance’s maritime situational awareness from seabed to space.
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  Comments Off on Iranian President and Saudi Crown Prince hold first talks since ties restored to discuss Israel-Palestine conflict 0

  Iranian President and Saudi Crown Prince hold first talks since ties restored to discuss Israel-Palestine conflict

  Middle East, News October 13, 2023 , by IRIA

  President of Iran Ibrahim Raisi and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held their first-ever bilateral discussion during a phone call on October 11, 2023. This is the first time in decades that the leaders of the two rival nations have spoken directly to each other.
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  Comments Off on US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea as North Korea strengthens ties with Russia 0

  US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea as North Korea strengthens ties with Russia

  Asia-Pacific, News October 13, 2023 , by IRIA

  U.S. Navy’s nuclear-powered USS Ronald Regan aircraft carrier arrived at South Korea’s southern port of Busan along with its battle group on October 12, 2023. The U.S. aircraft carrier battle group visited South Korea to show support for its regional ally.
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  Comments Off on US increases Military and Intelligence support to Israel in fight against Hamas 0

  US increases Military and Intelligence support to Israel in fight against Hamas

  Middle East, News, US October 12, 2023 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Department of Defense has detailed the military and intelligence support it is providing to Israel in its fight against Hamas attacks. According to some sources, the White House and U.S. Congress are crafting an emergency $2 billion aid package for Israel.
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  Comments Off on NATO Defense Ministers meet to discuss Ukraine issue, Israel-Palestine war 0

  NATO Defense Ministers meet to discuss Ukraine issue, Israel-Palestine war

  Europe, News October 12, 2023 , by IRIA

  NATO Defense Ministers met in Brussels to discuss the support for Ukraine and the Israel-Palestine war. The Allies discussed ways to strengthen deterrence and defense of the Alliance as well as NATO operations and missions in different regions.

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