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  Comments Off on Xi and Putin discuss ties with Trump, Ukraine war, and Taiwan during video call 0

  Xi and Putin discuss ties with Trump, Ukraine war, and Taiwan during video call

  Asia-Pacific, Europe, News January 23, 2025 , by IRIA

  Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video call on January 21, 2025, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between their nations. U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the war in Ukraine and Taiwan came under discussion.
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  India joins Eurodrone program as observer nation

  Asia-Pacific, Europe, News January 23, 2025 , by IRIA

  India has been granted observer status on the Eurodrone program, a high-profile European project that aims to establish greater autonomy in drone technology for the European Union.
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  Comments Off on German Army orders 568 military logistics vehicles for more than $340 million 0

  German Army orders 568 military logistics vehicles for more than $340 million

  Europe, News January 22, 2025 , by IRIA

  The German Bundeswehr (Armed Forces) has awarded Rheinmetall a $341 million (€330 million) contract to deliver 568 military logistics vehicles, consisting of 349 Unprotected Transport Vehicles (UTF) in 5-ton and 15-ton models, as well as 219 trucks equipped with a swap-body system.
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  Comments Off on Netherlands awards $529 million contract for Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit 0

  Netherlands awards $529 million contract for Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit

  Europe, News, US January 22, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Netherlands has awarded U.S. defense manufacturer Raytheon, an RTX business, a $529 million contract for a Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit and related equipment. This contract supports the replenishment of a Patriot fire unit that was donated to Ukraine by the Dutch government.
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  Key takeaways from Trump’s inaugural address — from tariffs to immigration

  News, US January 21, 2025 , by IRIA

  On his first day back in office, U.S. President Trump took swift action, signing a series of executive orders to reverse 78 of Joe Biden’s policies. His actions included stricter immigration measures, U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, and tannouncement of steps to implement his pledges on economic, energy and military.
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  Comments Off on Lithuania announced plans to spend 5-6% of its GDP on defense in 2026-2030 0

  Lithuania announced plans to spend 5-6% of its GDP on defense in 2026-2030

  Europe, News January 21, 2025 , by IRIA

  Lithuania's President Gitanas Nauseda announced that his country plans to allocate between 5 to 6 percent of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) annually to defense from 2026 to 2030. This announcement comes in response to heightened regional security threats posed by Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine and the broader instability in Eastern Europe.
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  Comments Off on Israel frees 90 Palestinian prisoners, Hamas returns 3 Israeli hostages as Palestinians return to destroyed homes in Gaza 0

  Israel frees 90 Palestinian prisoners, Hamas returns 3 Israeli hostages as Palestinians return to destroyed homes in Gaza

  Middle East, News January 20, 2025 , by IRIA

  Israel freed 90 Palestinian prisoners, including 69 women and nine children, early on January 20, hours after three Israeli hostages released from Hamas captivity in Gaza returned to Israel as the long-waited ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took hold Sunday.
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  Comments Off on US announces $117 million in military aid for Lebanon 0

  US announces $117 million in military aid for Lebanon

  Middle East, News, US January 20, 2025 , by IRIA

  The United States announced its plan to provide over $117 million in security assistance to the Lebanese armed forces. The decision comes at a critical moment for Lebanon, as it grapples with the aftermath of a two-month-long conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, which ended in November.
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  Comments Off on Philippines receives 10 S-70 Black Hawk multi-mission helicopters from US 0

  Philippines receives 10 S-70 Black Hawk multi-mission helicopters from US

  Asia-Pacific, News, US January 19, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Philippine Department of National Defense (DND) received 10 S-70i Black Hawk multi-mission helicopters from U.S. defense firm Lockheed Martin. The latest delivery was part of a contract for 32 Sikorsky Black Hawk helicopters under the DND’s Additional Utility Helicopters Acquisition Project.
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  Comments Off on Norwegian Air Force tests first F-35 fighter jet powered by synthetic aviation fuel 0

  Norwegian Air Force tests first F-35 fighter jet powered by synthetic aviation fuel

  Europe, News January 19, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Norwegian Air Force has successfully used synthetic aviation fuel to operate its F-35 fighter jets. This initiative aligns with the nation’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental responsibility within the defense industry.

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