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  ASEAN’s foreign and economic ministers meet in Philippines to discuss global energy and security crises

  Asia-Pacific, News May 8, 2026 , by IRIA

  Senior diplomats and economic officials from the ASEAN met in Cebu, Philippines, on May 7, 2026, to discuss the growing impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on Southeast Asia, with energy security, economic resilience, and regional coordination emerging as major priorities.
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  US approves $373.6 million JDAM-ER precision-guided bomb kits sale to Ukraine

  Europe, News, US May 7, 2026 , by IRIA

  The United States has approved a potential $373.6 million arms sale to Ukraine involving advanced precision-guided bomb kits, in a move aimed at strengthening Kyiv’s defense capabilities as the conflict continues.
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  Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi visits China ahead of Trump-Xi talks in Beijing

  Asia-Pacific, Middle East, News May 7, 2026 , by IRIA

  Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beijing on May 6, 2026, for an official visit and held talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, focusing on the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States and efforts to sustain a ceasefire.
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  Comments Off on US says ceasefire with Iran holds as Strait of Hormuz firing continues, deepening shipping crisis 0

  US says ceasefire with Iran holds as Strait of Hormuz firing continues, deepening shipping crisis

  Middle East, News, US May 6, 2026 , by IRIA

  U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on May 5, 2026, that the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. “is not over,” even after multiple incidents involving missiles, drones, and naval confrontations in recent days.
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  Turkiye unveils Yildirimhan ICBM with 6000 kilometers range at SAHA 2026

  Europe, Middle East, News May 6, 2026 , by IRIA

  Turkiye has publicly unveiled its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), Yildirimhan, at the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, marking a significant step in the country’s long-range strike capabilities.
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  Romania approves $9.74 billion defense package to modernize its armed forces

  Europe, News May 5, 2026 , by IRIA

  Romania’s parliament has approved a wide-ranging military procurement program to modernize its armed forces, including the purchase of new helicopters, armored vehicles, and air defense systems.
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  Comments Off on Israel to buy more F-35 and F-15 jets from US firms Lockheed, Boeing 0

  Israel to buy more F-35 and F-15 jets from US firms Lockheed, Boeing

  Middle East, News, US May 5, 2026 , by IRIA

  Israel has approved a multibillion-dollar agreement to acquire two new squadrons of F-35 and F-15 advanced fighter aircraft from U.S. defense manufacturers Lockheed Martin and Boeing, marking a significant step in its long-term military modernization plans.
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  Comments Off on Iran submits 14-point plan to US to end war as Trump signals skepticism over proposal 0

  Iran submits 14-point plan to US to end war as Trump signals skepticism over proposal

  Middle East, News, US May 4, 2026 , by IRIA

  Iran has submitted a 14-point proposal to the U.S. aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, according to Iranian state-linked media reports. Iranian media also reported that Iran has received a response from the U.S. to its proposal.
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  Comments Off on US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as rift with Europe deepens over Iran war 0

  US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as rift with Europe deepens over Iran war

  Europe, News, US May 4, 2026 , by IRIA

  The United States will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, the Pentagon announced on May 2, 2026, in a move that underscores growing tensions between President Donald Trump and European allies over the ongoing war with Iran.
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  Comments Off on Israeli air strikes on Lebanon kill 41 people in 24 hours despite US-Iran ceasefire 0

  Israeli air strikes on Lebanon kill 41 people in 24 hours despite US-Iran ceasefire

  Middle East, News May 3, 2026 , by IRIA

  Israeli air strikes across southern Lebanon have killed at least 41 people over 24 hours, Lebanese officials said on May 2, 2026, as fighting continues despite a ceasefire that was meant to halt hostilities.

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