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  Comments Off on France and Germany seek to strengthen defense cooperation despite industrial differences 0

  France and Germany seek to strengthen defense cooperation despite industrial differences

  Europe, News July 18, 2026 , by IRIA

  German Chancellor Merz and French President Macron met in Germany to advance security and defense cooperation. The two leaders discussed nuclear deterrence, missile defense, long-range strike capabilities, space cooperation, and continued support for Ukraine amid growing security challenges across Europe.
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  China launches World AI Cooperation Organization as 29 countries sign founding agreement in Shanghai

  Asia-Pacific, News July 17, 2026 , by IRIA

  Twenty-nine countries have signed an agreement establishing the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) in Shanghai on July 16, 2026. The initiative is headed by China and seeks a larger role in shaping the future of the rapidly evolving technology.
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  Zelenskyy’s cabinet shake-up triggers rare wartime anti-government protests in Ukraine

  Europe, News July 17, 2026 , by IRIA

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has sparked the largest public backlash against his government in months.
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  US launches new wave of strikes on Iran as Trump warns of broader attacks

  Middle East, News, US July 16, 2026 , by IRIA

  The United States launched a new wave of military strikes against Iran on July 15, 2026, targeting coastal defense systems and cruise missile facilities near the Strait of Hormuz as President Donald Trump warned that attacks would intensify unless Tehran returns to negotiations.
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  Comments Off on US and Saudi Arabia’s military leaders discuss expanding defense cooperation amid rising regional tensions 0

  US and Saudi Arabia’s military leaders discuss expanding defense cooperation amid rising regional tensions

  Middle East, News, US July 16, 2026 , by IRIA

  Saudi Arabia's Chief of the General Staff, Gen. Fayyadh Al-Ruwaili, met with U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Deputy Commander Lt. Gen. Patrick Frank on July 15, 2026, to discuss expanding military cooperation between the two countries.
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  Comments Off on Leaders of Coalition of the Willing meet in France to discuss expanding military support for Ukraine 0

  Leaders of Coalition of the Willing meet in France to discuss expanding military support for Ukraine

  Europe, News July 15, 2026 , by IRIA

  Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing agreed to expand military support for Ukraine during a summit in Paris on July 13, 2026, announcing new initiatives to strengthen Ukraine's air and missile defenses, deepen defense-industrial cooperation, and advance long-term security planning.
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  Trump meets Iraqi prime minister at White House, pledges stronger economic partnership

  Middle East, News, US July 15, 2026 , by IRIA

  U.S. President Donald Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi met in the White House on July 14, 2026, to deepen economic cooperation. The two leaders announced plans to expand investment, energy collaboration, and trade while reaffirming a timeline for the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq.
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  Comments Off on EU unveils $1 billion Gaza recovery fund as reconstruction estimates exceed $71 billion 0

  EU unveils $1 billion Gaza recovery fund as reconstruction estimates exceed $71 billion

  Europe, Middle East, News July 14, 2026 , by IRIA

  The European Union has unveiled a $1 billion recovery and reconstruction fund for Gaza, bringing together dozens of governments and international organizations to support early rebuilding efforts after more than two years of conflict that has devastated the Palestinian enclave.
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  Comments Off on Kuwait awards contract to Germany’s Rheinmetall to equip Al Dorra missile boats with MASS decoy systems 0

  Kuwait awards contract to Germany’s Rheinmetall to equip Al Dorra missile boats with MASS decoy systems

  Europe, Middle East, News July 14, 2026 , by IRIA

  Kuwait has awarded Germany's Rheinmetall a multi-million-dollar contract to equip its future Al Dorra-class guided-missile boats with the Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS), strengthening the Kuwaiti Navy's ability to defend against anti-ship missiles and other precision-guided threats.
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  Comments Off on Iran attacks Gulf states after US launches largest strikes against Iran in months 0

  Iran attacks Gulf states after US launches largest strikes against Iran in months

  Middle East, News, US July 13, 2026 , by IRIA

  The United States carried out its largest wave of airstrikes against Iran since fighting resumed, targeting about 140 military sites, while Tehran responded with missile and drone attacks against several Gulf countries hosting U.S. forces.

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