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Japan Joins Britain and Italy in making 5th Gen Aircraft
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Japan Joins Britain and Italy in making 5th Gen Aircraft

Japan has entered the final stages of talks with the United Kingdom and Italy to jointly develop and build a next-generation fighter jet.

New Agreement for FCAS
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New Agreement for FCAS

German Defence Minister stated that Germany, France and Spain had reached a political agreement further to develop the Future Combat Air System (FCAS).

Italy to Give the Green Light to SAMP/T
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Italy to Give the Green Light to SAMP/T

Meeting with President Erdoğan in Indonesia on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali, Italian Prime Minister Meloni gave the green light for the SAMP/H AD.

The End of Neither Deny nor Confirm Policy
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The End of Neither Deny nor Confirm Policy

Israel continued to use the "Neither Deny nor Confirm" Policy for decades. But this has come to an end.

Drone Sanctions from EU to Iran
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Drone Sanctions from EU to Iran

UAVs play an important role in battles in Ukraine. Invaders and defenders constantly use different kinds of drones for ISR and attack purposes.

15 Countries Agree to Build a European Sky Shield System
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15 Countries Agree to Build a European Sky Shield System

A total of 15 European countries agreed to build a joint air and missile defence system called the European Sky Shield Initiative.

Massive Artillery Rocket Power for Poland
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Massive Artillery Rocket Power for Poland

Poland, increasing defence ties with the Republic of Korea (ROK), continues to further defence investments.

Ireland to Acquire New Search Radars for its Defence Forces
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Ireland to Acquire New Search Radars for its Defence Forces

The Irish Defence Forces will get at least three new primary search radars after the defence budget has been allocated for such a purchase.

Ukraine Officially Applies for NATO membership
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Ukraine Officially Applies for NATO membership

President Zelensky stated that his country has decided to apply immediately for NATO membership following the National Security and Defence Council meeting.

Kazakhstan to Suspend Export of Military Products for a Year
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Kazakhstan to Suspend Export of Military Products for a Year

Kazakh Prime minister Alikhan Ashanuly Smaiylov Government decided to suspend the export of weapons, military equipment and products until August 2023.

Japan to Produce Long-Range Attack Cruise Missiles
Japan

Japan to Produce Long-Range Attack Cruise Missiles

Japanese daily Yomiuri Shimbun says the Japan is considering having over 1,000 of its long-range cruise missiles under development.

The U.S. Warned Allies about Russian Attack on Ukraine
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The U.S. Warned Allies about Russian Attack on Ukraine

A leaked report revealed that the US had leaked strategic intelligence to its allies, European countries, about Moscow’s plans to invade Ukraine.

France Changes Priorities in Defence Procurement
France

France Changes Priorities in Defence Procurement

Many countries became concerned about a Russian attack in Ukraine. France, a country that is remote from Russia, is no exception.

Finland and Estonia combine coastal anti-ship missile systems
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Finland and Estonia combine coastal anti-ship missile systems

Hanno Pevkur, Estonia’s minister of defence, stated that his nation would combine its coastal anti-ship missile system with Finland.