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Zelensky and the Dutch Prime Minister support deploying F-16 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s airspace security

In a recent conversation with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof after a meeting in Munich, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the enduring partnership between Ukraine and the Netherlands. He stressed the importance of achieving a fair resolution to the war and enhancing European unity. Zelensky utilized the social media platform X to provide insights into their discussion, emphasizing a shared principle: no decisions regarding Ukraine … Continue reading Zelensky and the Dutch Prime Minister support deploying F-16 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s airspace security

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi National Security Advisor Mosaad bin Mohammad Al-Aiban, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, at Diriyah Palace, in Riyadh.
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US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a resolution for the Ukraine conflict

U.S. and Russian officials convened in Riyadh on Tuesday for their most significant discussions to date regarding the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. The agenda was anticipated to include strategies for concluding the three-year war and improving American-Russian relations. These discussions may set the stage for a potential summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine, which is not participating … Continue reading US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a resolution for the Ukraine conflict

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UK plans to send peacekeeping forces to Ukraine ahead of talks in Paris

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has emerged as the first European leader to express readiness to deploy peacekeeping troops in Ukraine. This commitment was made prior to an emergency leaders’ meeting in Paris, aimed at addressing Europe’s involvement in a potential ceasefire. Starmer’s remarks highlight an increasing awareness among European nations of the necessity to assume a more significant role in safeguarding Ukraine’s security, particularly … Continue reading UK plans to send peacekeeping forces to Ukraine ahead of talks in Paris

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Keith Kellogg during a Senate armed services committee hearing on the conflict in Ukraine.
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An official says rapid developments in Ukrainian diplomacy require European nations to intensify their efforts

The recent intensification of diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine indicates that Europe must enhance its contributions and improve its approach, according to a French presidency official prior to informal discussions among several prominent European leaders in Paris on Monday. Last week, U.S. President Donald Trump surprised NATO allies and Ukraine by revealing that he had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin without prior consultation and intended … Continue reading An official says rapid developments in Ukrainian diplomacy require European nations to intensify their efforts

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Upgraded Soviet T-72 tanks from the Netherlands are now in the possession of Ukraine

The Dutch Ministry of Defense has announced that it has completed the delivery of upgraded T-72 tanks to Ukraine, fulfilling its commitment. In a recent statement, the ministry confirmed, “The Netherlands has now delivered the last battle tanks it pledged to Ukraine.” This initiative was a collaborative effort between the Dutch government and the administration of former U.S. President Joseph Biden, which jointly financed the … Continue reading Upgraded Soviet T-72 tanks from the Netherlands are now in the possession of Ukraine

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U.S. Navy will upgrade surface-to-air missile systems for Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands

In a significant development that highlights the strengthening defense collaboration between the United States and its European partners, Raytheon has received a contract modification valued at $75.1 million to extend its engineering and technical support for the Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) and Standard Missile 6 (SM-6) programs. This contract, issued by the U.S. Navy under N00024-23-C-5410, will enable Raytheon to implement vital upgrades to these … Continue reading U.S. Navy will upgrade surface-to-air missile systems for Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands

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U.S. has finalized agreements to produce JASSM and LRASM missiles for Poland, Japan, and other countries

In a strategic initiative that enhances its standing in the global defense sector, Lockheed Martin’s Missiles and Fire Control division, located in Orlando, Florida, has secured a substantial contract modification valued at $24 million. This modification extends a previously awarded contract, elevating the total cumulative value to an impressive $3.25 billion. This contract focuses on the procurement of large quantities of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles … Continue reading U.S. has finalized agreements to produce JASSM and LRASM missiles for Poland, Japan, and other countries

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Ukrainian service personnel use searchlights as they search for drones in the sky over the city during a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine.
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NATO F-16 pilot dies in Russian attack – TASS

Danish instructor Jepp Hansen, who was engaged in training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets, has reportedly been killed in a Russian missile strike in Ukraine, according to TASS on Saturday. Sources from Russian law enforcement have informed the agency that Hansen lost his life during an assault on a training facility located in Krivoy Rog, in the Dnepropetrovsk Region of central Ukraine. Earlier, the … Continue reading NATO F-16 pilot dies in Russian attack – TASS

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United States strengthens its control over the global distribution of AI chips

The United States government announced on Monday that it will impose additional restrictions on the export of artificial intelligence chips and technologies. This initiative aims to maintain advanced computing capabilities within the U.S. and its allies while further limiting China’s access. The new regulations will set a cap on the number of AI chips that can be exported to most nations, while allowing unrestricted access … Continue reading United States strengthens its control over the global distribution of AI chips

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Six European Union countries advocate for a temporary easing of sanctions on Syria

Six European Union member states have urged the bloc to temporarily lift sanctions on Syria in sectors such as transport, energy, and banking. EU foreign ministers are scheduled to deliberate on the potential easing of sanctions against Syria during a meeting in Brussels on January 27. European leaders have begun to reevaluate their stance towards Damascus following the removal of President Bashar al-Assad by insurgent … Continue reading Six European Union countries advocate for a temporary easing of sanctions on Syria

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