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Zelensky offers to give up presidency for NATO membership![]() Washington DC (UPI) Feb 23, 2025 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that he "is not a dictator" and is willing to give up his leadership of the country in exchange for Ukraine's membership in NATO, following President Donald Trump's insults last week. Zelensky revealed the offer at a news conference amid a diplomatic standoff with Trump, who has expressed support for Russia ahead of the third anniversary that Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion. "Yes, I am happy, if it is for the peace ... read more |
Israeli Defense Forces deploys tanks in West BankWashington DC (UPI) Feb 23, 2025 The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed Sunday that it has deployed tanks to the West Bank as it expands counter-terrorism operations in Jenin. ... more
U.S. officials reportedly push back on G7 language labeling Russia an 'aggressor'Washington DC (UPI) Feb 21, 2025 The United States is reportedly pushing back against any language in a Group of Seven statement portraying Russia as the aggressor in its ongoing war in Ukraine. ... more
Japan, Philippines deepening ties in 'severe' security environmentManila (AFP) Feb 24, 2025 An "increasingly severe" security environment has made deepening security ties with the Philippines a necessity, Japan's defence chief said Monday after a meeting with his counterpart in Manila. ... more
Taiwan players go nuclear in Chinese invasion board gameTaipei (AFP) Feb 23, 2025 To stop invading Chinese forces seizing Taiwan, board gamer Ruth Zhong chooses the nuclear option: dropping an atomic bomb on the capital Taipei to secure the island's freedom and her victory. ... more |
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'Turks, Kurds want the war to end': MP involved in talksAnkara (AFP) Feb 21, 2025 For nearly two months, pro-Kurdish lawmakers have been engaged in shuttle diplomacy between the Turkish government and jailed Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan in the first such negotiations for almost a decade. ... more |
Trump considering 'alternatives' to Boeing for Air Force One contractWashington (AFP) Feb 20, 2025 Donald Trump said his administration was "looking at alternatives" to Boeing following delays in delivering two new models of the US presidential Air Force One plane. ... more
Britain, Norway vow to beef up subsea securityOslo (AFP) Feb 20, 2025 Britain and Norway, who have close ties in the energy sector, plan to beef up their cooperation to protect critical underwater infrastructure, Norway's defence minister said Thursday. ... more
China says Philippine aircraft 'illegally' flew over disputed seaBeijing (AFP) Feb 21, 2025 Beijing accused the Philippines on Friday of "illegally" sending three aircraft into airspace over the disputed South China Sea, adding to longstanding territorial tensions between the two countries. ... more
Following crash, USS Truman commander relieved of his dutiesWashington DC (UPI) Feb 20, 2025 The officer in charge of the USS Harry S. Truman has been relieved of his duties after a collision with a cargo ship near the Suez Canal, the Navy said Thursday. ... more |
Beijing accuses Australia of 'hyping' China naval live fire drillsBeijing (AFP) Feb 23, 2025 Beijing on Sunday said Canberra had "deliberately hyped" recent Chinese naval exercises near the Australian coast and confirmed its forces had used live fire in an incident that rattled Australian policymakers. ... more ![]() |
Pentagon to fire up to 76,000 civiliansWashington DC (UPI) Feb 21, 2025 President Donald Trump on Friday fired Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in a widely expected move as the Pentagon braces for workforce cuts. ... more
Putin says soldiers in Ukraine 'defending Russia's future'; as CoS visits troops in east UkraineMoscow (AFP) Feb 23, 2025 Russian President Vladimir Putin said Sunday his soldiers in Ukraine are defending "national interests" and vowed "unchanged" determination to strengthen the country's armed forces in a rapidly changing world. ... more
NATO chief 'looking forward' to working with Germany's MerzBrussels, Belgium (AFP) Feb 23, 2025 NATO chief Mark Rutte congratulated Germany's conservative election winner Friedrich Merz on Sunday, saying he was looking forward to working with him "in this crucial moment for our shared security. ... more
US says killed a senior member of Syria Al-Qaeda affiliateBeirut, Lebanon (AFP) Feb 22, 2025 The US military said Saturday it had killed a senior member of Al-Qaeda's Syrian branch Hurras al-Din, which announced its dissolution last month, in an air strike in the country's northwest. ... more |
France returns sole military base to Ivory CoastPort-Bouet, Ivory Coast (AFP) Feb 20, 2025 France returned on Thursday its sole military base in Ivory Coast to the west African nation's authorities, marking an end to decades of French presence at the site. ... more
Do look up: How Earth can defend itself against asteroidParis (AFP) Feb 19, 2025 There is a very small chance that an asteroid capable of taking out an entire city could strike Earth in less than eight years. But even if this asteroid is hurtling our way, humanity is now able to defend itself against such a threat, experts say. ... more
Defence Trailblazer backs space intelligence project to enhance orbital securityLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 24, 2025 A new collaborative initiative, spearheaded by Space Machines Company and backed by funding from Defence Trailblazer's Accelerating Sovereign Industrial Capabilities (ASIC) program, is set to develo ... more
Rocket Lab chalks up 60th Electron launch, initiates new BlackSky deploymentSydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 24, 2025 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB), a prominent provider of launch services and space systems, has launched its 60th Electron rocket, marking a key milestone in its mission history. This latest lau ... more |
Lado Okhotnikov: "I'm always drawn to doing what others wouldn't dareDubai, United Arab Emirates (SPX) Feb 21, 2025 A technovator, thinker, and visionary. Lado Okhotnikov strives not only to redefine our perception of health, but also to improve people's quality of life through innovation. He challenges conventional perspectives-including in philanthropy. Today, we'll discuss modern life philosophy and successful business with Lado Okhotnikov. ... more
Iran rejects as 'politically charged' IAEA chief remarks on nuclear dealTehran (AFP) Feb 20, 2025 Iran rejected remarks on its nuclear programme by UN atomic agency chief Rafael Grossi on Thursday, calling them "unprofessional" and "politically charged". ... more
Finland wants to up defence in face of Russia threatHelsinki (AFP) Feb 20, 2025 Finland's prime minister said Thursday that the Nordic nation and Europe needed to increase defence spending in the face of a "permanent" threat from Russia. ... more
New Zealand says Chinese naval vessel fires live rounds in new drillWellington (AFP) Feb 22, 2025 A Chinese naval task force fired live rounds in a new offshore drill Saturday after issuing a warning by radio broadcast, the New Zealand government said. ... more |
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Australia says China has not explained naval live-fire warningSydney (AFP) Feb 22, 2025 Australia said Saturday it has not received a satisfactory explanation from Beijing after Chinese warships off its east coast broadcast a "disconcerting" live-fire warning that forced commercial flights to change course. ... more |
NATO chief says Ukraine security guarantees need US 'backup'Bratislava (AFP) Feb 20, 2025 NATO chief Mark Rutte said Thursday that any European security guarantees for Ukraine under a potential peace deal with Russia would need to be backed up by the United States. ... more
ESA advances HydRON project for next-generation space communicationsParis, France (SPX) Feb 16, 2025 The European Space Agency (ESA) has taken a significant step in advancing space-based optical communications by signing a contract with Thales Alenia Space to develop Element #2 of the High-throughp ... more
Karman Completes Expanded IPO with Full Over-Allotment Option ExerciseLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2025 Karman Holdings Inc., a leading provider of mission-critical systems for defense and space applications, has successfully closed its initial public offering (IPO), raising significant capital throug ... more
Star Catcher Secures AFWERX SBIR Phase 1 to Advance Space Power BeamingLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2025 Star Catcher Industries, Inc. (Star Catcher), a pioneer in space-to-space power beaming, has been awarded a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase 1 contract by AFWERX. This initiative aims ... more |
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