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  Vredepeel, Netherlands (AFP) Sept 23, 2023 A small drone flits over opened earth, and an explosion appears on the video feed. The drone has just dropped a grenade into a trench in Ukraine. The images were being projected on a giant screen in the Netherlands, in front of NATO military officers and defence company executives. These drones being used against Ukrainian forces are "small, fast" and finding a way to defend against them is "complex", says Willem Koedam, a former Dutch air force officer turned expert for NATO's C-UAS unit, which ... read more |
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China's recent military activities 'abnormal': Taiwan defence ministerTaipei (AFP) Sept 22, 2023 Taiwan's defence minister said China's recent military activities were "abnormal", after a spike in incursions by Chinese warplanes around the island this week. ... more  
China's position on Ukraine war 'affecting country's image': EU commissionerBeijing (AFP) Sept 25, 2023 China's stance on the Russian war in Ukraine is affecting the country's image, the European Union trade commissioner warned on Monday, saying Beijing's refusal to condemn the invasion poses a "reputational risk". ... more 
Milley: America's 'lightning rod' top officerWashington (AFP) Sept 25, 2023 General Mark Milley faced repeated crises at home and abroad during a tumultuous term as America's top military officer, becoming one of the most well-known and controversial people to hold the position in years. ... more  
Filipino fisherman chased by China coast guard in disputed watersSouth China Sea, Philippines (AFP) Sept 24, 2023 Filipino fisherman Arnel Satam guns the motor of his tiny wooden boat as he makes a dash for the shallow waters of Scarborough Shoal in the disputed South China Sea, with Chinese coast guard speedboats in hot pursuit. ... more |
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 U.S. is 'directly at war' with Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov says  
'Quad' FMs voice opposition to arms deal between Russia, North KoreaWashington DC (UPI) Sep 23, 2023 The United States, Australia, India and Japan have called for stronger security cooperation between nations in an effort to deter a potential weapons deal between North Korea and Russia. ... more |
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Missiles strike Crimean port of Sevastopol for second consecutive dayWashington DC (UPI) Sep 23, 2023 The Crimean city of Sevastopol, headquarters to Russia's Black Sea Fleet, was hit by rocket attacks for a second consecutive day on Saturday, its Russian-installed governor said. ... more  
Major asteroid sample brought to Earth in NASA firstDugway, United States (AFP) Sept 24, 2023 A seven-year space voyage came to its climactic end Sunday when a NASA capsule landed in the desert in the US state of Utah, carrying to Earth the largest asteroid samples ever collected. ... more  
Netanyahu at UN issues 'nuclear' threat to Iran, later retractedUnited Nations, United States (AFP) Sept 22, 2023 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday warned Iran at the United Nations of a "nuclear threat" in what his office quickly walked back as a slip of the tongue. ... more  
Chinese labor activists indicted for subversion; Trial begins for Chinese #MeToo journalistBeijing (AFP) Sept 23, 2023 China has formally indicted two activists for "inciting subversion of state power", a group of supporters said Saturday, as the pair face trial after two years in detention. ... more |
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 China announces 'strategic partnership' with Syria 
Kim Jong Un calls for relationship with Russia to reach 'new high level' after tripWashington DC (UPI) Sep 22, 2023 North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered steps to be taken to raise his country's relationship to a "new high level" with Russia, state media reported Friday, days after returning from a visit that has sparked international concern about a potential arms deal. ... more |
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Crown prince says Saudi 'closer' to Israel normalizationNew York (AFP) Sept 20, 2023 Saudi Arabia's de facto leader said Wednesday that a historic normalization of relations with Israel is getting "closer," as he also warned that the kingdom will seek a nuclear weapon if foe Iran gets one first. ... more  
Myanmar junta asks China for help on new electronic ID systemYangon, Myanmar (AFP) Sept 20, 2023 Myanmar's junta has asked China for help implementing a new electronic identification system, state media reported Wednesday, for a census that critics say will be used to increase surveillance of its opponents. ... more 
Central Europe aid to Ukraine questioned as polls loomPrague (AFP) Sept 22, 2023 Poland and Slovakia were among the first and keenest weapon suppliers to neighbouring Ukraine, but analysts say that enthusiasm has now been tempered as the EU and NATO members prepare for elections. ... more 
Chinese activist asks Taiwan not to deport himTaipei (AFP) Sept 22, 2023 A Chinese activist pleaded for authorities not to deport him after he landed at Taiwan's international airport on Friday, and requested asylum from the United States and Canada. ... more |
  Former UK soldier denies prison break  
France seeks EU funding trial for Le Pen's far-right partyParis (AFP) Sept 22, 2023 Paris prosecutors said Friday they were seeking to put far-right leader Marine Le Pen and 26 associates on trial over claims they used EU funds to finance party activities in France. ... more |
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France withdrawing ambassador, troops from Niger after coup: MacronParis (AFP) Sept 24, 2023 President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday announced that France would withdraw its ambassador from Niger, followed by the French military contingent in the coming months, a move welcomed by Niger's military leaders as a "step towards sovereignty". ... more 
Ukrainian parents invited to 'collect their children' from RussiaWashington DC (UPI) Sep 23, 2023 Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov invited Ukrainian parents to "collect their children" taken from Ukraine amid the ongoing war. ... more  
'We got a pilot in our house' homeowner tells dispatcher after F-35 ejectionWashington (AFP) Sept 22, 2023 A recording was released on Friday of a 911 emergency call from a homeowner reporting that the pilot of a US Marine Corps F-35 had parachuted into his backyard after ejecting from the stealth jet. ... more  
Seeking Innovative Concepts for Space SuperiorityWashington DC (SPX) Sep 19, 2023 DARPA is seeking innovative concepts from small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors in the technical domain of space superiority as the second topic issued under the agency's Bringing ... more |
Slipping smoothly through the seaWashington DC (SPX) Sep 19, 2023 As ships, boats, and uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs) move through the water, they experience resistance, or drag, caused by waves and friction from water contact with the hull. Drag increases as ... more  
Sidus Space secures position on upcoming Bandwagon MissionCape Canaveral FL (SPX) Sep 19, 2023 Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) a multi-faceted Space and Data-as-a-Service company confirms its plan to reallocate two LizzieSats to launch on an upcoming Bandwagon mission with SpaceX. The updated Lizz ... more  
Satellogic and SkyWatch increase access to timely earth observation dataParis, France (SPX) Sep 15, 2023 Satellogic Inc. (NASDAQ: SATL), has announced at World Satellite Business Week, their partnership to bring the highest resolution commercially available EO data to EarthCache customers. Satell ... more 
Polish president says PM was misinterpreted on Ukraine armsWarsaw (AFP) Sept 21, 2023 Polish President Andrzej Duda on Thursday claimed that the prime minister's comments on no longer arming Ukraine had been taken the wrong way, amid a mounting row between the two countries. ... more |
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China VP warns at UN of 'strong will' on TaiwanUnited Nations, United States (AFP) Sept 21, 2023 China warned Thursday at the United Nations not to underestimate its "strong will" on Taiwan, while saying Beijing preferred peaceful means to take the self-governing democracy. ... more 
Intelsat, Aalyria sign deal to advance multi-orbit connectivityMcLean VA (SPX) Sep 12, 2023 Intelsat, operator of one of the world's largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks and leading provider of inflight connectivity (IFC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) wit ... more 
Maryland contractor charged with espionage over national defense secretsWashington DC (UPI) Sep 21, 2023 A Maryland man who worked as a government contractor has been charged with espionage, the Justice Department announced Thursday. ... more 
Yoon: Seoul will not 'stand idly by' if Russia and North Korea make weapons dealWashington DC (UPI) Sep 21, 2023 South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol warned during an address to the United Nations General Assembly that Seoul and its allies will not "stand idly by" if Russia gives North Korea technical assistance with its nuclear and missile programs. ... more |
After China, India crisis tests 'naive' Canadian diplomacyMontreal (AFP) Sept 21, 2023 A diplomatic crisis bogging down Ottawa and New Delhi highlights Canada's lack of "seriousness" on national security as foreign countries interfere on the North American nation's soil, according to several experts. ... more 
Despite Tuberville delay, U.S. Senate confirms 2 nominees for Joint Chiefs of StaffWashington DC (UPI) Sep 21, 2023 The U.S. Senate voted Thursday to confirm two of President Joe Biden's appointees for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. ... more 
Top US Army, Marine officers approved amid abortion standoffWashington (AFP) Sept 21, 2023 The US Senate confirmed two generals as the new leaders of the Army and Marine Corps on Thursday, filling senior military posts left open due to a lawmaker's opposition to Pentagon abortion access policies. ... more 
'Cybersecurity incident' hits ICCThe Hague (AFP) Sept 19, 2023 The International Criminal Court said Tuesday it had been affected by what it called "anomalous activity" regarding its IT systems and that it was currently responding to this "cybersecurity incident." ... more |
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Paraguay leader calls for Taiwan to return to UN United Nations, United States (AFP) Sept 20, 2023 The leader of Paraguay, one of a dwindling number of countries that recognize Taiwan, called Tuesday for its readmission to the United Nations in recognition of its democratic credentials. ... more 
Three South African navy divers die off Cape TownCape Town (AFP) Sept 21, 2023 Three South African navy divers died after being swept away from their submarine in choppy waters near Cape Town on Wednesday, the country's military said. ... more 
Colombia, guerrillas announce October ceasefire, peace talksSuarez, Colombia (AFP) Sept 19, 2023 The Colombian government and a dissident faction of the FARC guerrilla group that disarmed in 2017, said Tuesday they will observe a ceasefire and hold peace talks from October 8. ... more 
Ukraine suspends spokeswoman from US over unapproved commentsKyiv, Ukraine (AFP) Sept 20, 2023 The Ukrainian army said Wednesday it had suspended Sarah Ashton-Cirillo, a spokeswoman for Ukraine's territorial defence forces from the United States, over statements that the hierarchy said were not approved. ... more |
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