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Navy / Maritime Defence Politics

The AUKUS gets Materialised

15 Mar, 02:23
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The AUKUS reached a new milestone in San Diego when the leaders of the three allies revealed an outline of the decades-long plan to the public.

Air Defence Politics

Lockheed Martin Presents the F-35 as a Standard NATO fighter

08 Mar, 12:55
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By 2030 there will be 450 F-35 stealth fighter jets across all NATO member bases. This fifth-generation fighter will enhance the coalition through joint equipment, missions and training. The Company presents the aircraft as more than a stealth fighter; it is also a formidable political statement for coalition unity. Lockheed Martin intends to confirm the F-35 as a standard NATO fighter. This standard choice of aircraft, which will be present in fleets across NATO member bases and those of their allies, has become a symbol of “diplomacy in action”, Lockheed Martin has stated.

Defence Politics

Finland Forges Ahead of Sweden Toward NATO Membership

02 Mar, 03:56
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The Finnish parliament ratified legislation approving the Nordic country’s accession to NATO. Hungary objects to the two countries’ NATO application.

Defence Politics

The USMC Reactivates Base in Guam

28 Jan, 03:55
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The United States Marine Corps is increasing activities in Guam. Corps reactivated Base Camp Blaz with a ceremony.

Defence Politics

France Increases Defence Budget

22 Jan, 06:55
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France increased its defence budget for the 2024-2030 term. The new finance for military expenditure is 413 billion Euros.

Air Country Defence Politics

Retired USAF Officer Advises Ukraine to Hire Fighter Jets and Pilots from the US

20 Jan, 08:07
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A retired US Air Force (USAF) officer suggested that Ukraine hire fighter jets and pilots from the United States.

Defence Politics

New Defence Minister: I want the Bundeswehr to be Strong

19 Jan, 07:45
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has appointed Boris Pistorius, Minister of the Interior of Lower Saxony, as the new German Defence Minister.

Defence Politics

Germany's Defence Minister Lambrecht Resigns

16 Jan, 09:05
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German Defence Minister Christine Lambrecht resigned from Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government. German Chancellor accepted Lambrecht's resignation.

Defence Politics

Does Russia Planning New Front for Ukraine

27 Dec, 11:45
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Russia started an invasion attempt on Ukraine almost a year ago. Assaults are primarily concentrated in the southeast and eastern parts of the country.

Weapon / Missile Defence Politics

Russia Deploys S-400 and Iskander Ballistic missiles in Belarus

25 Dec, 02:28
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According to Sputnik, who quoted Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin, Russia has deployed the S-400 Triumf long-range air defence system and the 9K720 Iskander short-range ballistic missile system in the Republic of Belarus. The placement of the two weapon systems increases the effectiveness of the joint defence.

Defence Politics

SSIK will be Held Today

20 Dec, 10:06
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The Defence Industry Executive Committee (SSİK) will be held at the Presidential Palace today. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will chair the meeting.

Defence Politics

US Senate Passes Record $858 Billion Military Spending Bill

16 Dec, 09:08
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The United States Senate passed a bill on Thursday authorising a record $858 billion in military spending next year. It is now President Joe Biden’s decision to sign the National Defence Authorisation Act. Biden had requested a record bill that provides around $45 billion more for defence programmes. The bill passed with bipartisan support in the Senate and the House.