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Israel Accuses Iran of Using Cluster Munitions
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Israel Accuses Iran of Using Cluster Munitions

Israel has accused Iran of deploying cluster munitions throughout their 10-day war, adding a complicated and deadly challenge to Israel's already-stretched air defenses and prompting discussions on the nature and implications of these controversial weapons.

Serbia Leads Western Balkans in Arms Imports
Politicsmkd-mk5h ago

Serbia Leads Western Balkans in Arms Imports

Serbia has become the largest importer of weapons in the Western Balkans, ranking 37th globally for complex weapon systems, surpassing some EU members in the region, while Montenegro imported the least.

Albanian Media Recounts Dritan Dajti's Notorious Prison Escape
Worldbalkan-web7h ago

Albanian Media Recounts Dritan Dajti's Notorious Prison Escape

Albanian media outlet 'Në Shënjestër' details the sensational 2003 escape of Dritan Dajti from a Tirana court isolation room, where he fled on a motorcycle after the killing of four police officers, with those who provided his weapons still unknown.

Missouri drops murder charge against man who opened fire at Super Bowl rally
PoliticsThe Guardian14h ago

Missouri drops murder charge against man who opened fire at Super Bowl rally

Man was among at least six people who started shooting outside Union Station in state, which has adopted stand your ground law Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to two years in prison in a case prosecutors said was complicated by the state’s self-defense laws. Dominic Miller, who pleaded guilty to a weapons charge a...

European Arms Buildup
Worldiefimerida22h ago

European Arms Buildup

Europe is experiencing a significant increase in armaments, with countries rapidly procuring weapons even before the Persian Gulf conflict, according to SIPRI data for the 2021-2025 period, detailing which countries are buying arms and from whom, including Greece's position.

Mexico's President Urges US to Curb Arms Smuggling
Worldlsm-lv23h ago

Mexico's President Urges US to Curb Arms Smuggling

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has called on US President Donald Trump to take more action to reduce the smuggling of weapons from the US into Mexico, stating that these weapons strengthen organized crime groups.

Troops smash terrorists cell in Sokoto, recover weapons
Politicsvanguard-ng1d ago

Troops smash terrorists cell in Sokoto, recover weapons

Nigerian troops have dismantled a suspected terrorist network and recovered a cache of weapons during a major counter-terrorism operation in Kadam Forest, Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The post Troops smash terrorists cell in Sokoto, recover weapons appeared first on Vanguard News.

Sweden reconsiders stance on nuclear weapons
Worldhelsingin-sanomat1d ago

Sweden reconsiders stance on nuclear weapons

A Finnish column reports that Sweden has made a complete turnaround in its attitude towards nuclear weapons, with discussions even including the possibility of the Nordic country acquiring its own nuclear arsenal.

Macron Seeks European Path Through Nuclear Strategy
Worldavgi2d ago

Macron Seeks European Path Through Nuclear Strategy

French President Macron announced a 'strategic convergence' among European countries and declared that 'the next half-century will be the era of nuclear weapons,' suggesting a European path through nuclear means.

Taiwan starts review of defence bill as competing proposals expose divisions
PoliticsSCMP3d ago

Taiwan starts review of defence bill as competing proposals expose divisions

Taiwan’s legislature has agreed to begin reviewing a long-stalled special defence budget, but competing opposition proposals are set to complicate passage of the government’s NT$1.25 trillion (US$40 billion) plan despite mounting pressure from the United States. Lawmakers began scrutinising the bill on Friday, as three rival proposals from the island’s main political parties exposed deep divisions over how much Taiwan should spend on defence and what mix of foreign weapons and home-grown...

PoliticsNHK World4d ago

Japan Considers Relaxing Arms Export Rules

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin proposed to Prime Minister Kishida to abolish the 'five principles' and allow the transfer of 'weapons' overseas, with the government aiming to revise operational guidelines as early as April.

Laser Technology Intercepts Iranian Missiles
Technologynewsbeast4d ago

Laser Technology Intercepts Iranian Missiles

Advanced laser technology is reportedly playing a crucial role in Middle East operations, intercepting Iranian missiles before they can strike targets, with debris of destroyed weapons falling from the sky.

US Opposes Poland Developing Nuclear Weapons
Politicsnotes-from-poland5d ago

US Opposes Poland Developing Nuclear Weapons

A Pentagon official stated that the US would 'strenuously oppose' Poland or any other European state developing nuclear weapons, amidst growing debate in Poland and Europe about nuclear deterrence.

Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploy military surveillance aircraft
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Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploy military surveillance aircraft

PM Albanese ‌said Australia would deploy one of its Boeing-manufactured E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control system aircraft ⁠for an initial four weeks to protect the airspace above the Gulf countries

Details Emerge on Admir Tafilaj's Spectacular Prison Escape
Worldbalkan-web7h ago

Details Emerge on Admir Tafilaj's Spectacular Prison Escape

New details have emerged regarding the spectacular escape of Admir Tafilaj from Drenova prison in November 2014, described as one of the most organized and successful escapes in Albanian prison history. Reports suggest a refrigerator containing weapons was brought inside the prison.

Anny Osabutey: What is Daddy Lumba’s crime
Culturemyjoyonline1d ago

Anny Osabutey: What is Daddy Lumba’s crime

But what he said about the late Daddy Lumba’s young wife, Odo Broni, asking Ga Youth to pick up weapons and enter her residence at East Legon, and “exhume” the late musician’s body, is a clear call…

Worldukrinform1d ago

Russian Arms Exports Decline Amid Global Increase

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reports a 9.2% increase in global deliveries of major weapons systems from 2021–2025, while Russian arms exports have seen a sharp decline over the past five years.

Russia Warns Finland Over Nuclear Weapons
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Russia Warns Finland Over Nuclear Weapons

Russia stated on Friday that it considers Finland's intentions to lift restrictions on nuclear weapons storage a potential threat and vowed to respond if Helsinki implements the plan.

Expert Warns Europe to Prepare for Nuclear Age
Worlddennik-n4d ago

Expert Warns Europe to Prepare for Nuclear Age

A nuclear weapons expert, Onderčo, stated that Europe must prepare for the age of nuclear weapons, emphasizing that simple solutions do not exist, following French President Macron's speech on nuclear deterrence.

Finland considers looser nuclear weapons regulations
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Finland considers looser nuclear weapons regulations

Finland's Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen stated that a total ban on nuclear weapons is 'quite unusual' among NATO member states, suggesting Finland might consider looser regulations.

We are on the brink of the abyss says Crosetto
WorldANSA5d ago

We are on the brink of the abyss says Crosetto

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 5 - The world stands on the brink of the abyss amid Russian nationalist demands for President Vladimir Putin to use nuclear weapons, Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said Thursday. "It's a dramatic situation. I am convinced that in recent decades we have never reached the brink of the abyss as we have now," said Crosetto in his response to the Senate following his remarks on the Iran crisis. "For years, Russian nationalists have been asking Putin to use tactical nuclear weap...

Finland Considers Lifting Ban on Hosting Nuclear Arms
Politicshelsingin-sanomataftonbladetorf+2jerusalem-posthelsinki-times5d ago5 sources

Finland Considers Lifting Ban on Hosting Nuclear Arms

The Finnish government has announced a proposal to lift the full ban on hosting nuclear arms, with the change set to go to parliament where the ruling coalition holds a majority.

Emirates Suspends All Flights To and From Dubai
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Emirates Suspends All Flights To and From Dubai

Emirates airline announced the suspension of all flights to and from Dubai until further notice, as the company had been operating some flights via safe corridors.

Much of Iran's uranium likely to be in Isfahan: Grossi
WorldKorea Herald22h ago

Much of Iran's uranium likely to be in Isfahan: Grossi

PARIS (Reuters) -- Almost half of Iran's uranium enriched to up to 60 percent purity, a short step from weapons-grade, was stored in a ‌tunnel complex at Isfahan and is probably still there, UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi said Monday. The tunnel complex is the only target that appears not to have been badly damaged in attacks last June ⁠by Israel and the US on Iran's nuclear facilities. Diplomats have long said Isfahan has been used to store 60 percent uranium, which the International A

The United Arab Emirates is caught in the fog of war
Worldle-monde1d ago

The United Arab Emirates is caught in the fog of war

Surprised by the scale of Iran's attacks on their territory, Emirati leaders have worked to downplay the impact in order to retain the confidence of investors and tourists, while continuing to place orders for weapons.

Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to Conflict and Dialogue
Worldnewsbeast2d ago

Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to Conflict and Dialogue

Pope Leo XIV has appealed to Catholics worldwide to cease the 'terrible noise of bombs and weapons' and create space for dialogue, allowing the voices of the people to be heard, specifically mentioning Iran and the Middle East.

Debate on Nuclear Weapons on Danish Soil
Politicspolitiken2d ago

Debate on Nuclear Weapons on Danish Soil

A French researcher dismisses the idea of nuclear weapons on Danish soil, despite a debate sparked by doubts about the US nuclear umbrella and the possibility of European warheads in Denmark.

Spain Excluded from French Nuclear Plan
Politicsla-vanguardia2d ago

Spain Excluded from French Nuclear Plan

Spain's refusal to participate in France's nuclear plan, influenced by a 1986 referendum and national security strategy against strategic weapons proliferation, could lead to risks amid threats on its southern flank.

Militarization of US Police Forces
PoliticsThe Guardian4d ago

Militarization of US Police Forces

An article discusses the increasing use of military-grade weapons and equipment by police in US cities, calling for congressional action to address the issue.

Westbahnhof Attacker to Face Court Again
Worldder-standard4d ago

Westbahnhof Attacker to Face Court Again

A 15-year-old ISIS supporter, previously convicted last July, will appear in court again at the end of March after re-radicalizing and attempting to purchase a hunting knife despite a weapons ban.

South Korea Discusses Relocation of US Weapons
Worldchannel-news-asia4d ago

South Korea Discusses Relocation of US Weapons

South Korea is in talks with the United States regarding the possible relocation of US air defense assets, including Patriot missile interceptors, which are stationed to deter North Korea.