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Norwegian government commits to 5% of GDP for defence spending

Information The Norwegian Government has announced a significant increase in defence spending, pledging to allocate 5% of the country’s GDP to strengthen national security and bolster its contributions to NATO. This decision comes amid rising global instability and aligns with broader NATO discussions about adopting a collective 5% GDP target for defence. Prime Minister Jonas […]

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DR Congo and Rwanda set to sign US-brokered peace agreement

Information The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have announced they will sign a peace agreement on June 27 in Washington, aiming to end the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo. The draft deal, already initiated by technical teams from both countries, comes amid pressure from the United States, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio set

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Why Russia hesitates to help Iran in conflict with Israel

Information Since Israel began attacking Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, Russian President Vladimir Putin has actively engaged with global leaders, voicing strong opposition to Israel’s actions. He condemned the strikes as violations of international law and expressed solidarity with Iran, reinforcing Moscow’s longstanding strategic partnership with Tehran. Despite the growing alliance, strengthened by shared opposition to Western

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UN cuts back aid plan amid ‘brutal funding cuts’

Information The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) announced a drastic reduction in its aid operations due to severe funding shortfalls. Initially seeking $44 billion to support 180 million people in over 70 countries through its 2025 Global Humanitarian Overview, OCHA has now revised its appeal to $29 billion. By midyear,

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Germany pledges joint drone production with Ukraine

Information During a visit to Kyiv, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed plans for joint production of advanced weaponry, including long-range cruise missiles, drones, and rockets. Pistorius noted the evolving nature of modern warfare, shifting from traditional tanks and jets to more technology-driven systems like drones and electromagnetic warfare. Both

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Israel claims elimination of senior military figures and scientists

Information According to the Israeli military, a major strike on Friday resulted in the deaths of nearly the entire senior leadership of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Air Force, including General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, the head of Iran’s missile program. Tehran later confirmed these deaths via state television. Israel also stated it had dealt a heavy

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IAEA says Iran not complying with nuclear obligations

Information For the first time in nearly two decades, the UN’s International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has formally condemned Iran for violating its nuclear non-proliferation obligations. A resolution, backed by the US, UK, France, and Germany, passed with 19 votes in favour, citing Iran’s failure since 2019 to provide full and timely cooperation regarding undeclared

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US military adjusts Africa strategy

Information Gen. Michael Langley, head of US Africa Command, recently emphasized that Africa should take greater responsibility for its own security challenges. This statement comes amid a broader US strategic shift that began under the Trump administration, aimed at reducing overseas military footprints and focusing more on homeland security. The new approach signals a departure

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