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December 24, 2014

Iran foreign minister says nuclear deal 'within reach'
Tehran (AFP) Dec 24, 2014
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Wednesday that he is confident that a lasting agreement can be struck with world powers over his country's disputed nuclear programme. Tehran and the so-called P5+1 group of nations have been locked in talks since February on a permanent nuclear deal aimed at ending a decade-long diplomatic crisis. A final agreement is aimed at ensuring Tehran will never develop nuclear weapons under the guise of its civilian activities, and would lift intern ... read more

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S. Korea hacking suspect used China IP addresses: investigators A suspect in the hacking attack on South Korean nuclear reactors has used multiple Internet protocol (IP) addresses based in China, investigators said Wednesday. ... more		Suicide bomber kills 26 in attack on anti-IS fighters in Iraq A suicide bomber attacked Sunni anti-jihadist fighters south of Baghdad on Wednesday, killing at least 26 people, while a senior counter-terrorism officer was shot dead in north Iraq, officials said. ... more		Systems wins deal for new armored vehicles The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems for its program to produce a replacement vehicle for Vietnam War-era M113 armored personnel carriers. ... more
				BAE Systems wins $1.2bn US contract British defence group BAE Systems announced Wednesday that it has won a contract potentially worth $1.2 bilion (984 million euros) to start building armoured multi-purpose vehicles for the US Army. ... more		Israel strikes Gaza, killing militant after soldier shot Israel launched an air strike in southern Gaza on Wednesday and killed a Hamas militant after a sniper attack on a patrol seriously wounded a soldier, the army and medics said. ... more

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Raytheon extends air traffic control work for FAA New automated air traffic control systems for safer, more efficient use of U.S. airspace will continue to be installed by Raytheon for the FAA. ... more		IS captures Jordanian pilot after plane crashes over Syria The Islamic State group captured a Jordanian pilot Wednesday after his warplane from the US-led coalition crashed while on a mission against the jihadists over Syria. ... more		Beyond Gravity and Rocket Lab join forces to streamline satellite constellation deployment Blue Skies Space to Design CubeSat Constellation for Lunar-Based Cosmology Research Crew examines spaceflight-related eye changes as three astronauts prepare to return home		Shinzo Abe returns as Japanese prime minister after snap election Japan's parliament on Wednesday confirmed Shinzo Abe for another term as prime minister after his election triumph, but the return to power stirred warnings from China over a bid to change the pacifist constitution. ... more
				Pakistan announces anti-terrorism action plan after school attack Pakistan on Thursday said it will set up military courts for terror-related cases, as part of an ambitious anti-terrorism plan following a deadly Taliban school attack that killed 150 people. ... more		New Angara-A5 Rocket to Enhance Defense Capability of Russia Russia's new Angara-class rockets will be used to enhance defense capability of Russia and its security partners by putting military and dual-purpose satellites into orbit, the Russian president sai ... more

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Russian-Indian Joint Military Projects to Boost Delhi's Defense Industry Russia will provide India with its most advanced weapons and technologies in order to renew Delhi's aging military hardware; since the countries have launched joint military projects, India has obta ... more		Third Borey-Class Strategic Nuclear Submarine Joins Russian Navy Russia's third Borey-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, the Vladimir Monomakh, was officially inducted in the Russian Navy on Friday, the Sevmash shipyard reported. "The ceremo ... more		Russia Continues Nuclear Arms Reductions in 'Businesslike Way' Both Russia and the United States remain on track to fully implement the New START Treaty, aiming to greatly reduce the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads by 2018, Under Secretary of Stat ... more		Raytheon given $2.4B FMS contract for Patriot fire units Qatar is being supplied by Raytheon with new-production Patriot Air and Missile Defense System fire units, the company announced. ... more

	Taiwan launches its largest ever missile ship Taiwan on Tuesday launched its largest ever missile ship Tuesday as the island strives to modernise its armed forces in response to a perceived threat from China. ... more		Philippines plans acquisition of frigates, helos The Philippine Navy is looking to acquire missile frigates, anti-submarine helicopters and artillery pieces as it continues to boost its defense capabilities. ... more

China tells airlines to suspend Boeing jet deliveries: report

Hong Kong official warns US 'hillbillies' over tariffs as China's trade soared in March

Chinese exports soared in March ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day'

Navy picks MIL Corporation for communications support		French tactical air defense system set for upgrade		Italy orders additional trainer aircraft		More than 1,100 jihadists killed in US-led Syria strikes: monitor		IS slavery pushes Iraqi victims to suicide
Lockheed Martin delivers 36th operational F-35 for 2014		Elbit Systems America upgrading Grumman C-1A aircraft		Global arms treaty enters into force on Wednesday		After tough year, Iraqis flock to Baghdad market for holiday cheer		Iraqi cabinet approves $102.5 bn budget for 2015

Russia successfully test-launches new rocket

IS arrests 'extremists' accused of plot against group

China fails in bid to block UN meeting on N. Korea

China condemns 'cyber terrorism' as Obama pledges N. Korea review

Satellite for military communications closer to launch

Danish radars for new British offshore patrol boats

Taiwan's ruling party bullish on China ties despite poll setback

Pope to meet Muslim, Buddhist leaders in Philippines visit

Airbus Helicopters delivers aircraft to Spanish military

Iraq Kurd chief visits Mt Sinjar after siege broken

Diehl Defense selling tank track business

N.Korea's Internet collapses after Sony hack

Iraq seeks tanks and up-armored Humvees

Harris Corporation supplies Philippines with tactical radios

India panel slams Kashmir govt over poor flood warning

Helibras returns modernized Brazilian Army helicopters

Basque government proposes plan to aid ETA's disarmament

N. Korea slams UN vote, vows to bolster nuclear capacity

3 countries eye pooled acquisition, operation of airlifters

China protests US frigate sale to Taiwan

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