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  Comments Off on Trump orders repositioning of US nuclear submarines amid tensions with Russia 0

  Trump orders repositioning of US nuclear submarines amid tensions with Russia

  Europe, News, US August 3, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the repositioning of two nuclear-powered submarines in response to what he called “highly provocative statements” by Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev, as the two leaders ramp up their war of words over nuclear threats and the Ukraine conflict.
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  Lockheed and Raytheon secure $8 billion in missile contracts for US allied nations  

  News, US August 2, 2025 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded two major defense contracts, totaling nearly $8 billion, to Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, supporting the supply of advanced missile systems to allied nations.
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  Trump’s special envoy visits Israel and Gaza amid rising death toll, starvation, and humanitarian crisis

  Middle East, News, US August 2, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, made a rare and high-profile visit to both Israel and the Gaza Strip on July 31, 2025, as the White House faces mounting pressure over Israel’s handling of humanitarian aid and the growing number of starvation-related deaths in Gaza.
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  Pakistan receives first batch of Chinese-made Z-10ME attack helicopters

  Asia-Pacific, News August 1, 2025 , by IRIA

  Pakistan Army has received the first batch of Chinese-made Z-10ME attack helicopters. Pakistan Army videos and photos showed helicopters bearing Army Aviation Corps markings and serial number “786-301” on its fuselage and tail.
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  Comments Off on UK and Oman pledge to strengthen ties through energy, defense, and technology cooperation 0

  UK and Oman pledge to strengthen ties through energy, defense, and technology cooperation

  Europe, Middle East, News August 1, 2025 , by IRIA

  British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said met in London on July 30, 2025, to strengthen cooperation in energy, defense, security, and technology, according to a statement from Downing Street.
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  Comments Off on EU countries seek $146 billion in loans to boost defense procurement 0

  EU countries seek $146 billion in loans to boost defense procurement

  Europe, News July 31, 2025 , by IRIA

  Eighteen European Union member states have signaled interest in securing approximately €127 billion ($146 billion) in EU-backed loans aimed at strengthening defense procurement, the European Commission announced on July 30, 2025.
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  Comments Off on Trump announces 25% tariff on India, extra penalty for purchasing Russian oil and military equipment 0

  Trump announces 25% tariff on India, extra penalty for purchasing Russian oil and military equipment

  Asia-Pacific, News, US July 31, 2025 , by IRIA

  United States President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 25% tariff on Indian goods, along with an “extra penalty” for New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil and military equipment. The measures are scheduled to take effect on August 1, 2025.
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  Comments Off on Trump concludes Scotland visit with talks on trade, energy, Gaza crisis, and geopolitical issues 0

  Trump concludes Scotland visit with talks on trade, energy, Gaza crisis, and geopolitical issues

  Europe, News, US July 30, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his visit to Scotland, which took place from July 25 to July 29, 2025, with a meeting with Scottish First Minister John Swinney. The discussions focused on key trade and geopolitical issues, including tariffs, North Sea oil, and the war in Gaza.
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  Comments Off on North Korea demands US acknowledge its status as nuclear-armed state, rejects denuclearization talks 0

  North Korea demands US acknowledge its status as nuclear-armed state, rejects denuclearization talks

  Asia-Pacific, News July 30, 2025 , by IRIA

  North Korea has firmly declared that the United States must accept its status as a nuclear weapons state, dismissing any future negotiations aimed at denuclearization as unrealistic and insulting. The remarks were delivered by Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
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  Thailand and Cambodia agree to immediate and unconditional ceasefire during talks in Malaysia

  Asia-Pacific, News July 29, 2025 , by IRIA

  Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire" following five days of deadly border clashes that left at least 35 people dead and displaced more than 260,000 people. The ceasefire took effect at midnight after talks were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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