Germany is gearing up to receive the first of its 62 H145M helicopters from Airbus Helicopters, with a delivery schedule set for the end of this year. As part of the agreement, Germany also has the option to purchase an additional 20 helicopters. Photo credit: Airbus Helicopters The European company shared a series of images showcasing the helicopter […]
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Experts are currently examining the future of the F-35 program in Britain amidst ongoing defense budget concerns. With an anticipated budget shortfall of £22 billion and discussions of potential defense budget cuts, there’s also the matter of prioritizing the Tempest under the Global Air Combat Program [GCAP]. Photo credit: Royal Navy Although the voices advocating
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The United States has denied an export license for advanced missiles to Norway. This information comes from the Norwegian resource Teknisk Ukeblad, and it has been echoed by several European media outlets. The denial specifically concerns modern GMLRS-ER artillery missiles, though the reasons behind Washington’s decision remain under wraps. In addition to the GMLRS-ER, Norway has also
The EU balance for trade in goods was €40.4 billion in the second quarter of 2024, down from €55.3 billion in the previous quarter. As such, the trade balance has now shown a surplus for 4 quarters in a row, following a period of deficits from the fourth quarter of 2021 to the second quarter of 2023, primarily due
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On 26 August, the Commission adopted its proposal for fishing opportunities for 2025 in the Baltic Sea. This proposal follows a scientific assessment indicating that several fishing areas are in a dire situation. Today, the Commission proposed total allowable catches (TACs) and quotas for nine of the ten stocks managed by the EU in the
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On 26 August, Cohesion and Reforms Commissioner Elisa Ferreira (pictured) began a four-day visit to the Azores, to meet with regional and local government representatives and visit several projects supported by Cohesion Policy funds. Discussions will include the implementation and benefits of the 2022 Outermost Regions Strategy to the region. Commissioner Ferreira will meet with the government of the Azores today and its President on the island of Terceira.
As Ukraine on 24 August celebrated its Independence Day, the EU is reconfirming its unwavering support to the country as it defends itself against Russia, for as long as it takes. “Europe will always be at Ukraine’s side, because Ukraine is Europe,” said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in her video message. Ukraine has now entered
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Concerns have increased about Azerbaijan and Armenia entering into an arms race that could undermine peace talks and start a new conflict. “Radio France Internationale” (RFI) website in an analysis discussed the issue and noted that fears are rising that Azerbaijan and Armenia are entering an arms race which could underline peace talks and trigger
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Iran’s non-oil trade with 15 neighboring states in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21, 2024) registered a 16% growth compared to the last year’s corresponding period. The president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) put the value of Iran’s trade exchanges with the 15 neighboring states
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Vladimir Putin has discussed the Rasht-Astara railway and the International North-South Transport Corridor during his recent visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan, Russian president’s aide Igor Levitin says. Putin focused the talks on the establishment of the railway project in the west of the corridor which aims to transport 15 million metric tons of goods, Igor
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