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  Comments Off on Foreign Ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea meet in Tokyo to discuss security and economic issues 0

  Foreign Ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea meet in Tokyo to discuss security and economic issues

  Asia-Pacific, News March 23, 2025 , by IRIA

  The foreign ministers of Japan, China, and South Korea convened in Tokyo on March 22, 2025, to address pressing regional security and economic issues amid escalating global uncertainties.
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  UAE’s EDGE Group and French shipbuilding firm CMN NAVAL launch multi-billion dollar joint venture

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

  UAE defense giant EDGE Group has announced the formation of a new joint venture with French shipbuilding firm CMN NAVAL. The venture, named AD NAVAL (ADN), will be headquartered in Abu Dhabi and focus on the design, development, and manufacturing of high-value small to mid-size naval vessels.
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  Comments Off on European military leaders gather in UK to discuss Ukraine peacekeeping mission 0

  European military leaders gather in UK to discuss Ukraine peacekeeping mission

  Europe, News March 22, 2025 , by IRIA

  Senior military officials from over 30 nations convened in the UK to hammer out the framework for an international peacekeeping force in Ukraine, marking a pivotal moment in diplomatic efforts aimed at ending a war that has raged for more than three years.
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  Comments Off on Ukraine successfully tests long-range drone capable of flying 3000 kilometers 0

  Ukraine successfully tests long-range drone capable of flying 3000 kilometers

  Europe, News March 21, 2025 , by IRIA

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a domestically produced long-range drone has completed a critical test, demonstrating the capability to fly 3,000 kilometers.
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  Comments Off on US denies existence of remote F-35 “Kill Switch” amidst rising concerns from allies 0

  US denies existence of remote F-35 “Kill Switch” amidst rising concerns from allies

  Europe, News, US March 21, 2025 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Department of Defense issued a strong denial of any “kill switch” capability on the F-35 stealth fighter jet. The reassurance comes at a time when geopolitical tensions and shifting defense policies are prompting historical allies to reexamine the long-standing trust placed in American-led defense programs.
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  Comments Off on Trump-Putin talk: Putin agrees to halt attacks on Ukraine energy infrastructure but not full ceasefire 0

  Trump-Putin talk: Putin agrees to halt attacks on Ukraine energy infrastructure but not full ceasefire

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

  Putin agreed to halt strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure following a highly anticipated phone call with Trump, offering a glimmer of hope for easing the conflict. However, the Russian leader refused to support the immediate and full 30-day ceasefire sought by Trump and endorsed by Ukraine.
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  Comments Off on Estonia announces historic defense spending increase to 5% of GDP from 2026 0

  Estonia announces historic defense spending increase to 5% of GDP from 2026

  Europe, News March 20, 2025 , by IRIA

  Estonia has announced a significant increase in defense spending, raising it to at least 5% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) starting next year. The decision, confirmed by Prime Minister Kristen Michal, is a direct response to the growing threat posed by neighboring Russia.
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  Comments Off on Israel resumes deadly assault on Gaza, shattering ceasefire and killing more than 400 Palestinians 0

  Israel resumes deadly assault on Gaza, shattering ceasefire and killing more than 400 Palestinians

  Middle East, News March 19, 2025 , by IRIA

  Gaza was plunged into chaos once again as Israel launched a massive assault across the enclave on March 18, 2025, ending a two-month ceasefire with Hamas. At least 404 people were killed and 562 others wounded in the latest wave of Israeli strikes, with many of the casualties being children.
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  Comments Off on Pakistan Navy launches second Hangor-class submarine in China 0

  Pakistan Navy launches second Hangor-class submarine in China

  Asia-Pacific, News March 19, 2025 , by IRIA

  Pakistan Navy has achieved a significant step towards enhancing its naval capabilities with the launch of its second Hangor-class submarine, named PNS Shushuk, at Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group Company Ltd, Shuangliu Base, Wuhan, China.
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  Comments Off on Canadian Prime Minister Carney visits Europe on first foreign trip, signals shift away from US 0

  Canadian Prime Minister Carney visits Europe on first foreign trip, signals shift away from US

  Americas, News March 18, 2025 , by IRIA

  Canada's newly sworn-in Prime Minister Mark Carney made a bold statement by choosing Europe as the destination for his first official foreign visit. His trip emphasizes the need for Canada to work with "reliable allies”.

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