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26 July

Polish soldiers take part in a military parade in Warsaw

US Announces $4B Loan Guarantee for Poland Military Purchases

The United States announced Friday that it is providing a $4 billion loan guarantee for the purchase of American military equipment by Poland, which borders both Russia and war-torn Ukraine.

23 July

Europe

Rojoef Manuel

Russia Cuts 29-Year Defense Pact With Germany

Russia has officially ended its defense cooperation agreement with Germany, bringing nearly three decades of military ties with the NATO member to a close.

22 July

Europe

19 January 2022, Berlin: The flags of Germany, Norway and the EU are displayed at the Federal Chancellery. Norway's Prime Minister Store and Chancellor Scholz (SPD) make statements before their joint talks at the Chancellor's Office. Photo: Kay Nietfeld/dpa (Photo by KAY NIETFELD / dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP)

Staff Writer With AFP

Germany, Norway Vow to Step Up North Atlantic Surveillance

NATO allies Germany and Norway agreed on Monday to step up surveillance against maritime and airborne "threats" in the northern Atlantic region amid high tensions with Russia over the Ukraine war.

10 July

Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron receives British Prime Minister Keri Starmer at the Elysee Palace during celebrations marking the 106th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice in Paris, France, on November 11, 2024. (Photo by Andrea Savorani Neri/NurPhoto) (Photo by Andrea Savorani Neri / NurPhoto via AFP)

Staff Writer With AFP

UK, France to Enable ‘Coordinated’ Nuclear Deterrent

The UK and France will declare that the two nations' nuclear deterrents, while independent, can be co-ordinated and that they will jointly respond to any "extreme threat to Europe," both countries said Wednesday.

Jun- 2025 -

2 June

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

North Korea Says Military Ties With Russia to Ensure ‘Peace’

North Korea on Monday defended its military cooperation with Russia, saying ties were aimed at "ensuring peace and stability" in Europe and Asia.

May- 2025 -

26 May

Africa

Members of the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) position themselves on the Ugandan side of the border town in Bunagana, Democratic Republic of Congo, while awaiting deployment

Staff Writer With AFP

Uganda Suspends Military Cooperation With Germany: Army

Uganda has "suspended" all military cooperation with Germany, its army said, claiming the German ambassador "engaged in subversive activities" in the east African country.

Apr- 2025 -

22 April

Asia Pacific

Giulia Bernacchi

Sweden, Singapore to Cooperate on Land Systems Under Defense Deal

Sweden and the Republic of Singapore have signed a long-term cooperation agreement focused on joint land domain studies.

19 April

Americas

A handout picture provided by Iran's Defence Ministry shows the launch of Iran's newest satellite-carrying rocket, called "Zuljanah," at an undisclosed location on February 1, 2021.

Staff Writer With AFP

Iran, US to Hold Second Round of High-Stakes Nuclear Talks in Rome

The United States and Iran are set to resume high-stakes talks Saturday on Tehran's nuclear program, a week after an initial round of discussions that both sides described as "constructive."

17 April

Africa

A Nigerian soldier wipes sweat off his face while participating in a special forces training exercise during Exercise Flintlock 2018 in Agadez, Niger, April 14, 2018. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, integrated military and law enforcement exercise working with multinational special operations groups. The exercise is designed to strengthen the ability of key partner nations in the region to counter violent extremist organizations, protect their borders, and provide security for their people. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 (SW/AW) Evan Parker/Released)

Staff Writer With AFP

Nigeria, Niger Foreign Ministers Meet for Security Talks

The foreign ministers of Nigeria and Niger held talks Wednesday on cross-border security, terrorism and economic cooperation, despite tensions between the two neighbours since the July 2023 coup in Niger.

7 April

Americas