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Spain cancels €285 million missile deal with Israeli arms subsidiary

Spain halts Israeli-linked missile project over policy shift Spain has cancelled a €285 million contract for anti-tank missile systems that were to be manufactured in Madrid by Pap Tecnos, a local subsidiary of Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defence Systems. The move forms part of a broader shift......

UK to Reinforce War-Fighting Capabilities in New Defence Strategy

The UK government is set to prioritize restoring the nation’s war-fighting readiness as the core mission of its armed forces, according to Labour leader Keir Starmer. In a recent statement to The Sun, Starmer highlighted plans to expand domestic weapons manufacturing to meet growing security challenges. The......

UK and EU forge landmark deal to strengthen post-Brexit ties

Britain and the European Union have reached a significant agreement aimed at fostering closer relationships in defence and trade, marking a pivotal moment following the UK's contentious departure from the bloc five years ago. Prime Minister Keir Starmer heralded the deal as a "new era"......

Germany's Merz advocates major boost in defence and infrastructure spending

Friedrich Merz, the likely next Chancellor of Germany, proposed an unprecedented spending plan involving billions of euros to boost defence and infrastructure. Speaking on Tuesday, Merz outlined the initiative, which will involve his centre-right CDU/CSU party and the centre-left SPD in a coalition government.......

EU plans $842bn defence strategy to strengthen Europe's security

The European Commission (EC) President, Ursula von der Leyen, has put forward a comprehensive five-point plan to mobilize approximately 800 billion euros ($842 billion) to enhance Europe’s defense capabilities. This plan is also designed to provide "immediate" military support to Ukraine......

Starmer's defence spending plan: a strategic shift or a risky gamble?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a significant increase in the UK’s defence budget, a move he justifies as essential in navigating what he describes as a "dangerous new era." To fund this, his government will reduce foreign aid spending, a decision that has sparked intense......

UK plans defence spending increase and aid budget cut

The United Kingdom intends to raise its annual defence budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced. This move is part of the UK’s strategy to strengthen Europe’s security. In his speech before departing to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington, Starmer shared......

Explosion at Turkish Explosives Factory Claims 12 Lives

An explosion at an explosives manufacturing facility in northwest Turkiye has claimed the lives of 12 individuals and left four others injured. The incident occurred in the village of Kavakli in Balikesir province, according to officials. Tragic Incident in Balikesir The explosion took place during......

Reshaping Syria’s Military Landscape; A New Era Under Unified Control

Syria's new leadership has taken a significant step towards restoring central authority by announcing an agreement with armed groups to disband and merge under the supervision of the Ministry of Defence. This agreement, reached after a meeting with the heads of the groups and the new leader, Ahmed......

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