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  Lebanon’s army chief elected as president after two years of political deadlock

  Middle East, News January 10, 2025 , by IRIA

  After more than two years of political deadlock, Lebanon’s Parliament elected General Joseph Aoun as the country's new president on January 9, 2025. This marked a significant step toward stability in a nation grappling with economic collapse, the aftermath of a devastating war, and a prolonged political vacuum.
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  German defense firm to provide Ukraine with 180,000 rounds of Gepard anti-aircraft gun munition

  Europe, News January 10, 2025 , by IRIA

  Germany's leading defense manufacturer Rheinmetall received an order from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense to deliver 180,000 rounds of additional 35mm ammunition for the Gepard anti-aircraft gun to Ukraine.
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  European leaders react strongly to Trump’s remarks on Greenland and NATO spending

  Europe, News, US January 9, 2025 , by IRIA

  U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has once again captured global attention with his bold comments on issues ranging from NATO spending to the strategic importance of Greenland. During a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, Trump reiterated acquiring Greenland and the Panama Canal.
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  Comments Off on Romania to strengthen air defense capabilities with nearly $1 billion contract for Patriot systems 0

  Romania to strengthen air defense capabilities with nearly $1 billion contract for Patriot systems

  Europe, News, US January 9, 2025 , by IRIA

  Romania aims to strengthen its air defense capabilities with the acquisition of U.S. Patriot systems. Romania recently awarded a $946 million contract to American defense firm Raytheon, an RTX business, to deliver Patriot air and missile defense systems.
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  Comments Off on Indonesia officially joins BRICS organization as tenth member state 0

  Indonesia officially joins BRICS organization as tenth member state

  Asia-Pacific, News January 8, 2025 , by IRIA

  Indonesia has officially joined the BRICS bloc as the tenth full member state. The announcement was made by Brazil, the current chair of BRICS, on January 7, 2025, and was welcomed by Indonesia the following day.
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  1 Comment on Sri Lanka to receive FT-7 trainer aircraft from Pakistan and TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters from US 0

  Sri Lanka to receive FT-7 trainer aircraft from Pakistan and TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters from US

  Asia-Pacific, News January 8, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) is set to strengthen its aerial capabilities in 2025 with the arrival of advanced aircraft from the United States and Pakistan. These new additions, alongside ongoing upgrades, aim to enhance the SLAF’s operational readiness and contribute to national security.
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  Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigns after nine years in power

  Americas, News January 7, 2025 , by IRIA

  Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has confirmed his resignation as party leader and as prime minister after almost a decade in office, marking the end of an era in Canadian politics. However, Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until a new leader of the Liberal Party is chosen by late March 2025.
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  Comments Off on North Korea conducts hypersonic missile test as US secretary of state visits South Korea 0

  North Korea conducts hypersonic missile test as US secretary of state visits South Korea

  Asia-Pacific, News, US January 7, 2025 , by IRIA

  North Korea launched a ballistic missile flying approximately 1,100 kilometers before landing in waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan. The missile test coincided with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to South Korea for high-level talks addressing North Korea’s nuclear ambitions.
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  UK to lead Steadfast Dart 2025 NATO exercise in Eastern Europe

  Europe, News January 6, 2025 , by IRIA

  Over 2,600 personnel and 730 vehicles from the UK will spearhead the Allied effort during Exercise Steadfast Dart 25, a NATO exercise that will take place throughout January and February 2025.
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  Comments Off on Biden administration approves $8 billion weapons sale to Israel 0

  Biden administration approves $8 billion weapons sale to Israel

  Middle East, News, US January 6, 2025 , by IRIA

  The Biden administration has formally notified the U.S. Congress of a proposed $8 billion arms sale to Israel. The move to mobilize large-scale weapons of destruction toward Israel is possibly the last major highlight of President Biden’s time in the White House.

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