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  Washington (AFP) Oct 25, 2023 Since Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States has sought to isolate Moscow and pressure China to keep its distance. With war in the Middle East, Russia and China are seeking to turn the tables. The United States has cast Russia as the disruptor of the international order at the Security Council, with President Joe Biden promising the world body that Washington would use its veto only sparingly. But the United States went ahead and vetoed a draft resolution last week it deemed insufficiently su ... read more |
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Lockheed Martin contracts Terran Orbital for 36 satellite buses for SDA T2 constellationBoca Raton FL (SPX) Oct 25, 2023 Lockheed Martin has partnered with Terran Orbital Corporation to construct 36 satellite buses for the Space Development Agency's (SDA) Tranche 2 Transport Layer (T2TL) Beta constellation. This decis ... more  
Riverside Research taps Spire Global for Space Domain Awareness subcontractVienna VA (SPX) Oct 25, 2023 In a significant development aimed at enhancing space domain awareness, Spire Global, Inc. has secured a subcontract with Riverside Research. The deal is part of the Data Exploitation and Enhanced P ... more  
University of Kansas wins $5M NSF grant to help secure 5G for U.S. MilitaryLawrence KS (SPX) Oct 25, 2023 The University of Kansas (KU) has become the focal point of an ambitious effort to bolster the security of 5G wireless communication networks, specifically for the benefit of the U.S. military. The ... more  
China refuses to explain why defence minister sackedBeijing (AFP) Oct 25, 2023 China on Wednesday refused to explain why defence minister Li Shangfu was removed from office, a day after he was fired following weeks out of the public eye. ... more |
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White House cancels performance by B-52s at Australian state dinnerWashington DC (UPI) Oct 25, 2023 The White House has canceled the B-52s' state dinner performance for Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, as first lady Jill Biden revealed Tuesday "a few adjustments to the entertainment por ... more |
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DLR and NASA Collaborate to Advance Aircraft Aerodynamics ResearchGottingen, Germany (SPX) Oct 18, 2023 A collaboration between the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and NASA is set to redefine our understanding of commercial aircraft aerodynamics. Through advanced wind-tunnel tests, the joint effort aims ... more  
RADARSAT+: over $1 billion for the future of satellite Earth observationOttawa (SPX) Oct 20, 2023 The Government of Canada recently allocated $1.012 billion to the Canadian Space Agency to support immediate and future satellite Earth observation (EO) data needs. This funding will be used to: ... more 
Yaogan remote-sensing satellites launched into orbitJiuquan (XNA) Oct 25, 2023 China launched a set of remote-sensing satellites early on Tuesday morning, according to China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the nation's leading space contractor. The State-owned con ... more  
Shenzhou XVII space mission ready to launchJiuquan (XNA) Oct 25, 2023 China's 12th manned spaceflight, the Shenzhou XVII mission, will launch on Thursday morning to transport a three-member crew to the Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency ... more |
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  Taiwan VP warns companies could leave China over 'pressure'  
Sri Lanka confirms Chinese research ship headed to its shoresColombo (AFP) Oct 25, 2023 Sri Lanka confirmed Wednesday the expected arrival of a Chinese research ship, following a visit by a spacecraft-tracking vessel last year that raised security concerns from neighbouring India. ... more |
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US says forces in Iraq, Syria attacked 13 times in weekWashington (AFP) Oct 24, 2023 American and allied forces in Iraq and Syria have been targeted at least 13 times with drones and rockets over the past week, the Pentagon said Tuesday. ... more  
Israeli Gaza invasion delayed by disputes, international pressureJerusalem (AFP) Oct 24, 2023 Israel has not launched a ground invasion of Gaza, despite announcing its imminence, a delay media reports and experts attribute to international pressure, political-military divisions and concerns over hostages. ... more 
On the edge of Gaza, Israeli soldiers brace for battleTze'Elim, Israel (AFP) Oct 24, 2023 After 16 days of mobilising and massing near the Gaza Strip, an eerie calm lingers among Israeli troops as they await the highly anticipated invasion of the Hamas-controlled Palestinian territory. ... more 
U.N. head calls for cease-fire in Gaza where he sees violation of int'l lawWashington DC (UPI) Oct 24, 2023 There are clear violations of international humanitarian law being committed in Israel's war against Hamas, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday as he called for an immediate cease-fire. Gutteres' demands were met with calls for him to resign by the Middle Eastern country. ... more |
  Russia says US must end 'hostility' for nuclear talks  
Canada pressed to create foreign agent registryOttawa (AFP) Oct 24, 2023 A Canadian parliamentary committee probing alleged foreign interference by China and others on Tuesday renewed calls for Ottawa to create a foreign agent registry to curb meddling in its elections and democratic institutions. ... more |
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Russian defence minister visits Ukraine military zoneMoscow (AFP) Oct 25, 2023 Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigou visited Ukraine to inspect a command post and meet senior officers, the army announced in a statement Wednesday. ... more 
Dutch took 'unacceptable risk' in 2015 Iraq strike: lawyerThe Hague (AFP) Oct 24, 2023 The Netherlands took an "unacceptable risk" in a 2015 air strike on the Iraqi city of Hawija that killed some 85 civilians, relatives of the victims said Tuesday, as they launched a bid for compensation. ... more
Iraq sentences Saddam Hussein's daughter for promoting political partyBaghdad (AFP) Oct 22, 2023 A Baghdad court on Sunday sentenced in absentia the exiled daughter of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein to seven years in prison for "promoting" her father's outlawed Baath party. ... more
U.S. urges against travel to Iraq amid increase in attacks on U.S. personnelWashington DC (UPI) Oct 22, 2021 The United States on Sunday advised Americans against traveling to Iraq, after U.S. military and personnel in the Middle Eastern country have come under attack in recent days. ... more |
Erdogan submits Sweden's NATO bid to Turkish parliamentIstanbul (AFP) Oct 23, 2023 President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey officially submitted Sweden's NATO membership application to parliament on Monday, his office said, bringing closer the possible end of a 17-month diplomatic standoff. ... more 
Manila says Chinese vessels 'intentionally' hit Philippine boatsManila (AFP) Oct 23, 2023 Manila said Monday that Chinese vessels "intentionally hit" Philippine boats at the weekend, escalating a diplomatic row over two collisions in the South China Sea. ... more 
France says talking to Saudi about Rafale fighter saleParis (AFP) Oct 23, 2023 The French government is talking to Saudi Arabia about selling the kingdom Rafale fighter jets, France's defence minister said on Monday. ... more  
Drones shot down in attack on US troops in Syria: Iraq condemns attacks on US forcesWashington (AFP) Oct 23, 2023 Two drones were shot down Monday during an attempted attack on a base housing US forces in Syria, the Pentagon said, after a militant group claimed to have targeted American troops. ... more |
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France announces sale of defensive weapons to ArmeniaParis (AFP) Oct 23, 2023 France announced Monday the sale of defensive equipment to Armenia as Azerbaijan launched military drills with its ally Turkey. ... more 
Palestinian officials: Deaths surpass 5,000; IDF strikes 320 targets in GazaWashington DC (UPI) Oct 23, 2023 Palestinian officials on Monday said the death toll in Gaza has risen to more than 5,000 as Israel said it targeted hundreds of Hamas and Hezbollah targets overnight. ... more 
Terran Orbital opens new printed circuit board assembly facilityBoca Raton FL (SPX) Oct 16, 2023 Terran Orbital (NYSE: LLAP), a global leader in satellite-based solutions primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries, has announced the official opening of two new advanced Printed Circu ... more  
Launch of Ovzon 3 targeted for as soon as December 2023Stockholm, Sweden (SPX) Oct 20, 2023 Swedish satellite company Ovzon, in collaboration with SpaceX and Maxar, is working towards a launch window of early December for its Ovzon 3 satellite. "The final assembly and testing of the ... more |
Israel expands evacuation of northern border towns amid fighting with HezbollahWashington DC (UPI) Oct 23, 2023 Israel has again expanded its evacuation of communities along its northern border with Lebanon amid increased fighting with Hezbollah in the neighboring country. ... more 
DoDe enlists SES Space and Defense for satellite-based communication servicesReston VA (SPX) Oct 23, 2023 In a significant move to bolster its satellite-based services, the U.S. Department of Defense has selected SES Space and Defense for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contra ... more 
Scientific Systems partners with SAIC to develop Space Battle Management Solutions for SDAWoburn MA (SPX) Oct 23, 2023 Scientific Systems, renowned for its contributions to intelligent autonomous systems, is collaborating with Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) to advance the Battle Management Command, ... more  
Azerbaijan hosts joint drills with Turkey near ArmeniaBaku (AFP) Oct 23, 2023 Azerbaijan's defence ministry said on Monday it had begun joint drills with its ally Turkey near the border with Armenia, weeks after Baku recaptured Nagorno-Karabakh from Armenian separatists. ... more |
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China FM tells Israel civilians must be protected; Beijing envoy arrives in UAEBeijing (AFP) Oct 24, 2023 China's foreign minister has told his Israeli counterpart that all countries have a right to self-defence, but they must protect civilians and abide by international law, Beijing said Tuesday. ... more 
Russian court extends detention of U.S. journalist until DecemberWashington DC (UPI) Oct 23, 2023 An American journalist working for Radio Liberty on Monday was placed into pre-trial detention until December following her arrest by Russian authorities last week, the broadcaster reported. ... more  
As hostilities grow in Lebanon today, U.S. officials remember '83 Beirut attackWashington DC (UPI) Oct 23, 2023 The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon on Monday commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Oct. 23, 1983, suicide bombing of the U.S. Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, in which 241 U.S. servicemembers died. ... more  
Indian skycraft's crew module recovered from seaNew Delhi (XNA) Oct 23, 2023 Indian navy units on Saturday recovered crew module of the country's first test flight for its Gaganyaan (skycraft) mission. The test flight was successfully launched earlier in the day after ... more |
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