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  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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  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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  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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  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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  Comments Off on Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen reaffirms Greenland’s right to choose its future in call with Trump 0

  Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen reaffirms Greenland’s right to choose its future in call with Trump

  Europe, News, US January 18, 2025 , by IRIA

  Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has firmly reiterated Greenland’s right to self-determination during a call with U.S. President-elect Trump. Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, has been at the center of geopolitical discourse following Trump’s controversial statements and subsequent actions.
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  Comments Off on NATO Chiefs of Defense discuss military strategy, vow to continue support for Ukraine 0

  NATO Chiefs of Defense discuss military strategy, vow to continue support for Ukraine

  Europe, News January 18, 2025 , by IRIA

  NATO Military Committee Chiefs of Defense and military counterparts met at the NATO Headquarters in Brussels for a two-day session on January 15-16, 2025. The meeting focused on bolstering NATO’s deterrence and defense posture and enhancing global military partnerships.
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  3 Comments on Israel and Hamas reach fragile ceasefire agreement after months of negotiations 0

  Israel and Hamas reach fragile ceasefire agreement after months of negotiations

  Middle East, News January 17, 2025 , by IRIA

  A landmark ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was announced on January 16, 2025, bringing hope to millions after 15 months of relentless conflict that has devastated Gaza, displaced countless Palestinians, and led to tens of thousands of deaths.
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  Comments Off on US Navy awards $85 million contract for next-generation Network Tactical Common Data Link systems 0

  US Navy awards $85 million contract for next-generation Network Tactical Common Data Link systems

  News, US January 17, 2025 , by IRIA

  The United States Navy awarded BAE Systems an $85 million production contract to deliver additional Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL) systems, enhancing situational awareness and providing a tactical battlefield advantage for the Navy.
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  South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol arrested over martial law declaration

  Asia-Pacific, News January 16, 2025 , by IRIA

  South Korean authorities arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on January 15, 2025, over insurrection allegations. The dramatic turn of events followed weeks of political tension and culminated in a large-scale operation involving more than 1,000 officers to execute the arrest warrant.

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