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  Comments Off on Germany set for new elections after Chancellor Scholz loses confidence vote 0

  Germany set for new elections after Chancellor Scholz loses confidence vote

  Europe, News December 17, 2024 , by IRIA

  Germany is heading for early elections after Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a crucial confidence vote in the parliament on December 16, 2024, marking a dramatic collapse of his governing coalition just seven months ahead of schedule.
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  Comments Off on India orders 12 locally manufactured Su-30MKI fighter jets for $1.5 billion 0

  India orders 12 locally manufactured Su-30MKI fighter jets for $1.5 billion

  Asia-Pacific, News December 17, 2024 , by IRIA

  India’s Ministry of Defense signed a $1.5 billion contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce 12 Su-30MKI fighter jets. The move comes as the Indian Air Force (IAF) seeks to replenish its operational fleet and enhance its defense preparedness amidst growing geopolitical tensions.
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  Comments Off on Han Duck Soo becomes South Korea’s acting president after Yoon’s impeachment 0

  Han Duck Soo becomes South Korea’s acting president after Yoon’s impeachment

  Asia-Pacific, News December 16, 2024 , by IRIA

  Prime Minister Han Duck Soo became South Korea’s acting president following Yoon's impeachment. South Korean lawmakers successfully impeached former President Yoon Suk Yeol after his failed attempt to impose martial law in the country.
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  Comments Off on US Army and Navy achieve milestone with major test of advanced Hypersonic Missile System 0

  US Army and Navy achieve milestone with major test of advanced Hypersonic Missile System

  News, US December 16, 2024 , by IRIA

  The U.S. Army and U.S. Navy successfully conducted the latest all-up round (AUR) test of the jointly developed Common Hypersonic Glide Body system, advancing both services toward the deployment of hypersonic weapons from both ground and sea platforms.
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  Comments Off on Kurdish forces in Syria mistakenly shoot down US Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone 0

  Kurdish forces in Syria mistakenly shoot down US Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone

  Middle East, News, US December 15, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S.-backed Kurdish forces in Syria downed a U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone, misidentifying it as a potential threat. This incident occurred during an active operation by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a U.S. ally in the ongoing Syrian fight.
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  Comments Off on US Secretary of State Blinken visits Jordan, Turkey, and Iraq to discuss Syria and Gaza crises 0

  US Secretary of State Blinken visits Jordan, Turkey, and Iraq to discuss Syria and Gaza crises

  Middle East, News, US December 14, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken conducted another crucial diplomatic tour of the Middle East. Blinken visited Jordan, Turkey, and Iraq and engaged in high-level talks centered on Syria’s ongoing transition, counterterrorism efforts, and the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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  Comments Off on US defense firm begins production of first E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft for France 0

  US defense firm begins production of first E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft for France

  Europe, News, US December 14, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. defense manufacturer Northrop Grumman started the production of the first E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning (AEW) aircraft for the French Navy.
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  Comments Off on Somalia and Ethiopia to resolve Somaliland port dispute in Turkey-mediated agreement 0

  Somalia and Ethiopia to resolve Somaliland port dispute in Turkey-mediated agreement

  Africa, Middle East, News December 13, 2024 , by IRIA

  Somalia and Ethiopia have committed to working together to resolve their disagreement over Ethiopia’s plan to build a port in Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia. The announcement followed talks between the two countries' leaders, mediated by Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, held in Ankara on December 12, 2024.
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  Comments Off on British Army tests truck-mounted laser weapons as a cheaper option to counter drones 0

  British Army tests truck-mounted laser weapons as a cheaper option to counter drones

  Europe, News December 13, 2024 , by IRIA

  The British Army successfully destroyed flying drones with a high-energy laser mounted on an armored vehicle marking a significant development in energy-based countermeasures against the growing threat of drone attacks on modern battlefields.
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  Comments Off on US Defense Secretary visits Japan to discuss regional security issues and suspension of Osprey flights 0

  US Defense Secretary visits Japan to discuss regional security issues and suspension of Osprey flights

  Asia-Pacific, News, US December 12, 2024 , by IRIA

  U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with Japanese officials during his trip to Tokyo. Austin is visiting Japan to reinforce the vital U.S.-Japan alliance and Washington's commitment to regional security amid escalating tensions with China and North Korea.

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