The U.K. Announces Large-Scale Military Aid for Ukraine
U.K.'s Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a £2.5 billion military aid package for Ukraine, setting a new record for military aid in terms of size.
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Land
Poland Receives 29 U.S Abrams MBTs
Poland announced that The Polish Army has received 29 M1A1 Abrams MBT and 79 MRAPS from the U.S.
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ROK to Deepen Cooperation With Japan and the U.S.
The Republic of Korea’s Minister of Defence, Shin Won-sik, vowed to strengthen defence cooperation with Japan and the U.S. against North Korea.
Air
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Pakistan Wants Chinese J-31 Stealth Fighters
According to PAF Commander Marshal Zahir Ahmed Babar’s statement, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is interested in acquiring the J-31 stealth fighter jet.
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Defence Politics
Norway Allows Direct Arms Sales to Ukraine
The Norwegian government has authorised the direct sale of weapons and defence equipment to Ukraine, effective January 1, 2024.
Land
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Japan Delivers 4x4 and Tracked Vehicles to Ukraine
Japan announced military aid to Ukraine, including Type 73 4x4 light tactical vehicles and at least one Morooka tracked logistics vehicle.
Navy / Maritime
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Iran Deploys IRIS Alborz Frigate to the Red Sea
Following the international coalition deployment at Red Red, Iran sent the IRIS Alborz frigate to the region.
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MoU Sparks Tensions Between Ethiopia and Somalia
The MoU that Ethiopia signed with Somaliland to Access the Red Sea sparks tensions with Somalia.
Air
Weapon / Missile
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The U.K. Announced New ASRAAM Missile Aid For Ukraine
British Defence Ministry announced that new aid for Ukrainian air defence, including 200 AIM-132 ASRAAM IIR-guided missiles, will begin.
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Weapon / Missile
Russia Warns Japan For the Patriot AD System Sale
Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova warned Japan that providing the U.S. with Patriot air defence systems can lead to ‘consequences’.
Weapon / Missile
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Japan Set to Export “Patriot” to U.S.
Japan has loosened its arms export rules to deliver locally manufactured missiles and artillery to countries like the United States.
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U.S. Approves $1 Billion Saudi Blanket Order
The U.S. approves a $1 billion FMS covering diverse training programs for Saudi Arabian military forces, including flight and technical training.
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Country
France is Officially Out of Niger As Last Troops Leaves
The last French troops deployed in Niger left the country on Friday. This farewell ended French existence in the third country in the Sahel region.
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Air
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China and Russia Conduct Joint MPA Near Japan
China and Russia conducted their joint strategic maritime air patrol near Japan for the second time in 2023.
