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NATO’s Rutte Expects to Rocket Defence Spending after Trump
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NATO’s Rutte Expects to Rocket Defence Spending after Trump

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expects 47th US President Donald Trump to intensify the country's and NATO's defence spending and production.

U.S. Restricts the Sale of Artificial Intelligence Chip
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U.S. Restricts the Sale of Artificial Intelligence Chip

The U.S. is strict about artificial intelligence chip sales to many countries. In total, 18 countries will have more access to the chips than other countries.

Greek Pressure on US to Lift Arms Embargo on Greek Cyprus
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Greek Pressure on US to Lift Arms Embargo on Greek Cyprus

Leaders of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus put pressure on the US House of Representatives to lift Greek Cyprus permanently lifting the arms embargo.

Greece Doubles Defence Budget in 2025
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Greece Doubles Defence Budget in 2025

With a majority vote, the Greek Parliament has approved a 2025 budget that will almost double defence spending.

France’s Power Erodes at Another Former Colony: Chad
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France’s Power Erodes at Another Former Colony: Chad

Chad ends France’s military presence in the country, and France notes the decision without further reaction.

Greek Cyprus Makes a Move for NATO Membership
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Greek Cyprus Makes a Move for NATO Membership

Greek Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulidis and U.S. President Joe Biden have formalised a joint plan for Greek Cyprus's participation in NATO.

European Defence Industry Strechens Muscles
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European Defence Industry Strechens Muscles

ASD presented its Facts & Figures 2024 report, an analysis of 2023’s performance which underlines an increase at the industry income.

UK Retires Defence Systems due to Budget Constraits
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UK Retires Defence Systems due to Budget Constraits

United Kingdom will retire some ot its platforms to economy its defence spending. The budget cuts coincide with Russian- Ukrainian war.

AUKUS Partnership Enlarges to Hypersonics Missiles
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AUKUS Partnership Enlarges to Hypersonics Missiles

The Pentagon announced that AUKUS added Hypersonic Missiles as the second pillar of the strategic partnership, which will be the AUKUS Pillar II.

Marginal Increase in UK Defence Budget
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Marginal Increase in UK Defence Budget

The new Labour government intends to increase defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP but has not specified a timetable.

NATO Opens Liaison Office in Jordan Amman
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NATO Opens Liaison Office in Jordan Amman

NATO expanded its focus on its southern vicinity by establishing a liaison office in Jordan to foster enhanced cooperation between the Middle East and Africa.

NATO Opens Liaison Office in Jordan Amman
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NATO Opens Liaison Office in Jordan Amman

NATO expanded its focus on its southern vicinity by establishing a liaison office in Jordan to foster enhanced cooperation between the Middle East and Africa.

More Manpower Needed for NATO’s Defensive Strategy
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More Manpower Needed for NATO’s Defensive Strategy

Reuters reported that additional battalions are necessary to defend against an attack from Russia.

Poland Denies Cut Defence Spending Claims
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Poland Denies Cut Defence Spending Claims

Poland’s Defence Minister said he would take legal action against TV Republika due to the claim that Poland would cut its defence spending by 25 per cent.