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India and Sri Lanka strengthen defense and energy ties during Modi’s visit to Colombo
Asia-Pacific, News April 7, 2025 , by IRIA
In a significant diplomatic and strategic move, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a three-day visit to Sri Lanka, during which he secured key defense and energy deals aimed at bolstering ties between the two nations.
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US Space Force awards $13.6 billion launch contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin
News, US April 6, 2025 , by IRIA
The U.S. Space Force has awarded over $13.67 billion in launch contracts to SpaceX, United Launch Alliance (ULA), and Blue Origin. These contracts, part of the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 2 procurement strategy, cover 54 missions slated to take place between fiscal years 2027 and 2032.
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US President Trump pushes for direct nuclear talks with Iran amid mounting tensions
Middle East, News, US April 5, 2025 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump has called for direct negotiations with Iran over its controversial nuclear program. This move comes on the heels of heightened rhetoric, military posturing, and a two-month deadline issued by Trump for Tehran to return to the negotiating table or face potential military action.
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Netherlands military signs $1.1 billion deal with US defense contractor for Falcon IV radio system
Europe, News April 5, 2025 , by IRIA
The Netherlands Ministry of Defense has signed a $1.1 billion contract with U.S. defense contractor L3Harris Technologies for cutting-edge Falcon IV radios. The agreement represents a critical step in modernizing the Netherlands' tactical communication infrastructure and enhancing operational alignment with NATO allies.
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Trump’s ‘Reciprocal Tariffs’ take effect, sending shockwaves through global trade system
Asia-Pacific, Europe, News, US April 4, 2025 , by IRIA
The United States’ sweeping reciprocal tariffs have marked a significant shift in trade policy and igniting a firestorm of reactions from allies and rivals alike. Branded by the U.S. President Trump as “Liberation Day,” the move implements his long-promised “Fair and Reciprocal Trade Plan”.
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Poland to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2026 as EU defense ministers meet in Warsaw
Europe, News April 4, 2025 , by IRIA
Poland has announced plans to raise its defense spending to 5% of its gross domestic product (GDP) by 2026, marking the highest defense-to-GDP ratio within NATO, surpassing even that of the United States.
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NATO warships taking part in major exercise to improve operational readiness and secure vital sea lanes
Europe, News April 3, 2025 , by IRIA
NATO Allies are taking part in a major multinational maritime exercise, Dynamic Mariner/Flotex 25, to improve operational readiness, enhance naval cooperation, and demonstrate the Alliance’s ability to secure vital sea lanes in an evolving security environment.
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US Army awards Lockheed Martin up to $4.94 billion contract to produce Precision Strike Missiles
News, US April 3, 2025 , by IRIA
American defense manufacturer Lockheed Martin has secured an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract from the U.S. Army, valued at up to $4.94 billion, for the continued production of Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM).
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Russia launches first Yasen-class nuclear-powered submarine armed with Zircon hypersonic missile
Europe, News April 2, 2025 , by IRIA
Russia launched the first nuclear-powered submarine equipped with Zircon hypersonic cruise missiles. The Perm is the sixth vessel in the Yasen-class Project 885/885M family and is expected to be commissioned into the Russian Navy’s Pacific Fleet next year.
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China launches military drills around Taiwan as “stern warning” to separatist forces
Asia-Pacific, News April 2, 2025 , by IRIA
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command launched a series of coordinated military drills off the north, south, and east coasts of Taiwan. The exercises, which have not been given a formal name by Beijing, are being portrayed as a “stern warning” against separatism by Taiwan’s government.

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India and Sri Lanka strengthen defense and energy ties during Modi’s visit to Colombo

US Space Force awards $13.6 billion launch contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin

US President Trump pushes for direct nuclear talks with Iran amid mounting tensions

Netherlands military signs $1.1 billion deal with US defense contractor for Falcon IV radio system

Trump’s ‘Reciprocal Tariffs’ take effect, sending shockwaves through global trade system

Poland to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2026 as EU defense ministers meet in Warsaw

NATO warships taking part in major exercise to improve operational readiness and secure vital sea lanes

US Army awards Lockheed Martin up to $4.94 billion contract to produce Precision Strike Missiles

Russia launches first Yasen-class nuclear-powered submarine armed with Zircon hypersonic missile

China launches military drills around Taiwan as “stern warning” to separatist forces

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