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international-relations2 years ago

NATO Supports Israel, Warns Iran, and Addresses Ukraine in News Conference

NATO defense ministers have pledged to send arms to Israel to combat Hamas, with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin defending Israel's use of American arms. However, concerns have been raised about the proportionality of Israel's response and the potential for Iran and Hezbollah to exploit the situation. While some countries emphasize the need to protect civilians and respect international law, the main purpose of the meeting was to show support for Israel. Germany has pledged to let Israel use two Heron drones, and the US is prioritizing resupplying Israel with Iron Dome munitions and air defense systems.

via POLITICO Europe|
#defense-ministers#hamas#international-relations
defense2 years ago

"French and German Defense Chiefs Revive Stagnant Next-Gen Tank Project"

The defense ministers of Germany and France have pledged to revitalize a joint project to develop a next-generation tank, aiming to replace their respective tank fleets by 2035-2040. The plan includes the construction of a new tank, along with accompanying drones and robots. The effort, known as the Main Ground Combat System, had been stagnant in recent years but will now enter an "operative" phase. The two countries will follow a similar management process as the Future Combat Air System, dividing national and industrial work shares. Military requirements for the tanks will be evaluated by the army chiefs of staff, and contractors will be allowed to offer competing systems based on a common turret and chassis.

via Defense News|
#defense#defense-ministers#france
politics2 years ago

"NATO Ministers Discuss Boosting Defense Production for Ukraine"

Several NATO member states have pledged new weapons and ongoing support for Ukraine at a meeting of the military alliance's defense ministers in Brussels. The US-led Ukraine Defense Contact Group met as a part of a NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels to discuss Kyiv's counter-offensive against Russia. Several defense ministers vowed to continue supporting Ukraine in the long run. Additionally, Denmark and Norway agreed to donate 9,000 rounds of artillery to Ukraine. The ministers are set to discuss increasing defense production with industry leaders to help sustain Ukraine's fight.

via DW (English)|
#defense-ministers#nato#politics
politics2 years ago

"India and China hold face-to-face defense talks amid border tensions"

The defense ministers of India and China are set to hold talks in New Delhi on Thursday, marking the first such meeting on Indian soil since deadly clashes along their disputed border in the Himalayas last year. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defense ministers’ meeting. Tensions between the two countries have been simmering since the deadly clash, and the lengthy disputed border has long been a source of friction between the two nations.

via CNN|
#border-dispute#china#defense-ministers