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  Comments Off on Germany permanently deploys troops in another country for the first time since World War II 0

  Germany permanently deploys troops in another country for the first time since World War II

  Europe, News May 24, 2025 , by IRIA

  Germany has taken a historic leap in European defense policy, deploying its first permanent foreign military brigade since World War II. Chancellor Friedrich Merz officially inaugurated the 45th Armored Brigade in Lithuania on May 22, 2025.
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  Comments Off on Russia and Ukraine begin largest prisoner exchange since start of war 0

  Russia and Ukraine begin largest prisoner exchange since start of war

  Europe, News May 24, 2025 , by IRIA

  Russia and Ukraine have completed the first phase of what is set to become the largest prisoner exchange since the onset of the war in 2022. Nearly 800 detainees were exchanged on May 23, 2025, with the process expected to continue over the weekend, according to statements released by both Kyiv and Moscow.
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  Comments Off on US formally accepts $200 million luxury jet from Qatar as potential new Air Force One despite security and ethics concerns 0

  US formally accepts $200 million luxury jet from Qatar as potential new Air Force One despite security and ethics concerns

  Middle East, News, US May 23, 2025 , by IRIA

  The U.S. has officially accepted a luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar to serve as a temporary Air Force One for President Trump, prompting concerns in Washington over security, ethics, and possible foreign influence.
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  Comments Off on More than 26,000 NATO soldiers enhance defense on eastern flank with Exercise Griffin Lightning 25 0

  More than 26,000 NATO soldiers enhance defense on eastern flank with Exercise Griffin Lightning 25

  Europe, News May 23, 2025 , by IRIA

  NATO forces showcased their military prowess and unity through one of its most complex exercises to date, Griffin Lightning 25. Spanning four frontline nations, the exercise demonstrated high-readiness capabilities and unified defense along the eastern flank.
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  Comments Off on UK halts trade talks, EU reviews trade ties with Israel over Gaza war and aid blockade 0

  UK halts trade talks, EU reviews trade ties with Israel over Gaza war and aid blockade

  Europe, Middle East, News May 22, 2025 , by IRIA

  With the humanitarian crisis in Gaza intensifying and Israeli military actions drawing global condemnation, the UK has paused trade talks with Israel, while the EU is reassessing its broader political and economic ties, citing deep concerns over the ongoing Israeli military campaign in Gaza and alarming incident in the occupied West Bank.
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  Comments Off on Trump unveils $175 billion ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system to defend US 0

  Trump unveils $175 billion ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system to defend US

  News, US May 22, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump has formally announced the most ambitious missile defense initiative in American history: a $175 billion program dubbed the “Golden Dome,” aimed at shielding the United States from long-range missile threats.
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  Comments Off on Swift Response 25 showcases NATO’s airborne power and collective defense readiness 0

  Swift Response 25 showcases NATO’s airborne power and collective defense readiness

  Europe, News May 21, 2025 , by IRIA

  NATO Allies and partners began a collective military strength and readiness through the extensive Exercise Swift Response 25 in May 2025. Led by the United States, the multinational training operation would continue until May 31.
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  Comments Off on Netherlands buys 46 Leopard tanks from KNDS for more than $1 billion 0

  Netherlands buys 46 Leopard tanks from KNDS for more than $1 billion

  Europe, News May 21, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Netherlands has signed a major defense contract to acquire 46 state-of-the-art Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks from Franco-German defense giant KNDS. The deal, valued at more than $1.1 billion, marks the country’s return to operating its tank battalion for the first time since 2011.
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  Comments Off on Trump says Russia–Ukraine ceasefire talks to begin immediately after call with Putin 0

  Trump says Russia–Ukraine ceasefire talks to begin immediately after call with Putin

  Europe, News, US May 20, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin for two hours on May 19, 2025, in a high-stakes effort to push for peace in Ukraine. The phone call marked one of the most direct engagements on ceasefire negotiations since the war began in February 2022.
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  Comments Off on Poland to receive 10,000 Warmate kamikaze drones over 10 years 0

  Poland to receive 10,000 Warmate kamikaze drones over 10 years

  Europe, News May 20, 2025 , by IRIA

  Poland has signed a major contract with domestic defense manufacturer WB Group to deliver 10,000 Warmate loitering munitions to the Polish Army.

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