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 Moscow (UPI) Aug 19, 2009 
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's reported promise to Israeli President Shimon Peres that Moscow will reconsider the sale of powerful S-300 air-defense missiles to Iran could determine whether Israel - and the United States for that matter - launches pre-emptive strikes against Tehran's nuclear facilities. "President Medvedev promised to review this issue once again after I explaine ... read more
Geneva (AFP) Aug 20, 2009Pakistan came under severe pressure from the major nuclear powers on Thursday to end its defiance of 64 other countries in blocking international disarmament talks. Despite warnings that the blockage could discredit the world's principal disarmament forum, Pakistan's ambassador Zamir Akram held firm against an unusual joint offensive by Britain, China, Russia and the United States. ... more
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Russia calls French nuclear comments a 'threat'
Polish PM hails Macron's 'very promising' nuclear comments Russia calls Macron nuclear comments a 'threat' Russia says Macron address 'detached from reality' Acquittal of Fukushima operator ex-bosses finalised Iran appoints new envoy to UN nuclear watchdog Macron proposes French nuclear extension, Ukraine troop deployment Nuclear monitor defends Ukraine plant visit via Russia-controlled territory Iran's former top diplomat Zarif resigns from VP post Italy breaks 'taboo' with push to revive nuclear 
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Islamabad, Pakistan (UPI) Aug 19, 2009 The apparent elimination of Tehrik-e-Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud two weeks ago in a Predator strike is, on balance, very good news. Mehsud was a villain, murderer and reportedly the mastermind of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto's assassination just after her return home as well as responsible for the killing of 1,500 or more fellow citizens in a reign of terror that lasted ... more 
Seoul (AFP) Aug 21, 2009North Korea announced on Thursday it was scrapping tough border restrictions it had imposed on South Korean travellers, the latest in a series of conciliatory moves after months of hostility. Pyongyang's diplomats meanwhile held talks in the United States and the communist North announced it is sending a high-level delegation to Seoul to mourn former South Korean president Kim Dae-Jung. ... more  
Sao Paulo (AFP) Aug 20, 2009French, Swedish and US defense companies pursuing a four-billion-dollar deal to replace Brazil's aging fleet of fighter jets are stepping up lobbying efforts ahead of a decision expected within the next couple of months. The intensification of the campaigns comes after Brazil's likely announcement was pushed back from September to October at the earliest in order to ask "incredibly detailed" ... more |
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Bogota (AFP) Aug 19, 2009A controversial deal allowing the United States to use seven bases in Colombia has triggered a storm of questions in the South American nation over an immunity clause for US personnel. The government in Bogota has defended the agreement to protect US soldiers, pilots and sailors from prosecution for any wrongdoing, saying "immunity does not mean impunity." But critics fear the contrary. ... more  
St. Louis MO (SPX) Aug 21, 2009Boeing and partner MillenWorks will participate this week in a 1,000-mile off-road race through the Nevada desert, using a derivative of a tactical military vehicle designed for U.S. special operations forces. The Aug. 20-22 "Vegas to Reno: The Long Way" race is sponsored by the Best in the Desert Racing Association and is touted by the event's organizers as the longest off-road race in th ... more  
Baltimore MD (SPX) Aug 21, 2009Northrop Grumman has been selected by the U.S. Army to finalize development of its Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A) Mobile Basic system, specifically for the Army's emerging Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs). Valued at $296 million, this continuation development contract covers a total performance period of 30 months. This critical upgrade to DCGS-A consolidates the Army's current ... more |
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