Politics
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Jul- 2022 -5 July
Spain Govt Bitterly Split Over Upping Military Spend
The release of a billion euros for the army has split Spain's ruling coalition, with left-wing hardliners Podemos opposing the defense budget increases promised to NATO by Socialist PM Sanchez.
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1 July
Erdogan Warns Turkey May Still Block Nordic NATO Drive
Turkish President Erdogan told Sweden and Finland that he could still block their drives to join NATO if they fail to implement a new accession deal with Ankara.
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1 July
Qatar Gives Cash-Strapped Lebanese Army $60M: Ministry
Energy-rich Qatar has given Lebanon's cash-strapped armed forces $60 million.
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Jun- 2022 -29 June
Biden Reasserts ‘Unshakeable’ US Backing for Japan, S.Korea
President Joe Biden reasserted the US' "unshakeable" pledge to defend Japan and South Korea after meeting the leaders of both allies.
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27 June
Japan, Philippines Eyeing Space Defense Cooperation
A senior military officer from Japan has revealed that the Philippines and Tokyo could soon explore space defense cooperation.
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24 June
Former US VP Pence Blasts Nuclear Talks With Iran
Former US vice president Mike Pence lambasted the Biden administration's talks with Iran over a potential nuclear deal.
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23 June
EU Grants Candidate Status to Ukraine as US Ships Weapons
European Union leaders granted candidate status Thursday to Ukraine and Moldova in a strong show of support against Russia's invasion.
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23 June
Turkey May Consider Eurofighter Typhoon if F-16 Deal Fails: Report
Turkey reportedly may consider acquiring Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft if the country’s request to buy 40 American F-16s doesn’t go through.
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23 June
US Reps Introduce Bill to Train Ukrainian Pilots on American Aircraft
Two US Representatives introduced a bill last week to train Ukrainian fighter pilots on American aircraft.
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20 June
US, Marshall Islands Eye New Security Deal by Year End
The US and the Marshall Islands hope to reach a security deal before the end of the year, as Washington tries to counter growing Chinese influence in the region.
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