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Azerbaijan Airlines crash: Initial investigations suggest possible Russian air defense involvement
Europe, News December 27, 2024 , by IRIA
The tragic crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243 near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan, on December 25 has left 38 dead and sparked intense scrutiny over the circumstances leading to the disaster. Preliminary investigations suggest the aircraft may have been inadvertently struck by Russian air defenses.
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Pakistan conducts airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting TTP hideouts
Asia-Pacific, News December 27, 2024 , by IRIA
Pakistani military carried out air raids in Afghanistan's Paktika province, targeting alleged Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) hideouts, according to security officials. Strikes occurred in the Barmal district near Pakistan’s South Waziristan tribal region. This marked the second such operation this year, signaling worsening relations between the two neighbors.
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Denmark unveils $300 million military aid package to bolster Ukraine’s air defense
Europe, News December 26, 2024 , by IRIA
Denmark has unveiled its 23rd military aid package for Ukraine, valued at approximately 2.1 billion Danish kroner ($300 million). This initiative is designed to enhance Ukraine’s air defense capabilities and ensure the maintenance of its F-16 fighter jets.
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China and Japan agree to hold high-level security talks following Iwaya’s visit to Beijing
Asia-Pacific, News December 26, 2024 , by IRIA
China and Japan have agreed to deepen ties and hold high-level talks, including a security dialogue in 2025. The agreement was reached during Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya’s first visit to Beijing where he held meetings with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
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Netherlands army to equip soldiers with advanced personal anti-drone protection kits
Europe, News December 25, 2024 , by IRIA
The Royal Netherlands Army unveiled its plans to equip its soldiers with personal anti-drone gear, including targeting lasers and portable sensors. This initiative aims to counter the growing threat posed by small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), which have drastically reshaped the dynamics of combat zones.
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US Navy to replace E-6B doomsday plane with E-130J nuclear command, control and communications aircraft
News, US December 25, 2024 , by IRIA
The U.S. Navy selected Northrop Grumman as the prime contractor to deliver E-130J nuclear command, control and communications (NC3) aircraft for the Take Charge And Move Out (TACAMO) mission. The United States seeks to replace the existing E-6B Mercury fleet with advanced E-130J aircraft.
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Israeli strikes in Gaza within 24 hours killed at least 50 people, including women and children
Middle East, News December 24, 2024 , by IRIA
Israeli military conducted brutal operations in Gaza’s safe zones on December 22, targeting displaced civilians, schools, and a hospital, intensifying the humanitarian crisis in the enclave. Overnight attacks claimed the lives of dozens, including women and children, and raised urgent concerns from medical and human rights groups.
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Slovak Prime Minister Fico visits Russia in a surprise visit to meet Putin
Europe, News December 24, 2024 , by IRIA
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a previously unannounced visit to Moscow. The two leaders discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and critical energy issues, including the future of natural gas supplies to Slovakia.
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US Naval vessel mistakenly shoots down its own F/A-18 fighter jet over Red Sea
News, US December 23, 2024 , by IRIA
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that a U.S. Navy’s guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg mistakenly fired upon and hit a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet on December 22, 2024, shortly after the jet took off from the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier.
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Germany awards $1.25 billion contract for digitalization of land forces
Europe, News December 23, 2024 , by IRIA
German Bundeswehr awarded a $1.25 billion (€1.2 billion) large-scale contract for digitalizing the land forces, including IT development, equipping hardware, and converting over 10,000 combat and support vehicles, under the Digitalization of Land-based Operations (D-LBO) program.

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Azerbaijan Airlines crash: Initial investigations suggest possible Russian air defense involvement

Pakistan conducts airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting TTP hideouts

Denmark unveils $300 million military aid package to bolster Ukraine’s air defense

China and Japan agree to hold high-level security talks following Iwaya’s visit to Beijing

Netherlands army to equip soldiers with advanced personal anti-drone protection kits

US Navy to replace E-6B doomsday plane with E-130J nuclear command, control and communications aircraft

Israeli strikes in Gaza within 24 hours killed at least 50 people, including women and children

Slovak Prime Minister Fico visits Russia in a surprise visit to meet Putin

US Naval vessel mistakenly shoots down its own F/A-18 fighter jet over Red Sea

Germany awards $1.25 billion contract for digitalization of land forces

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