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Thales ramps up production to meet global boom in defense spending, says exec Pascale Sourisse

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Defense spending is “growing everywhere” says Thales International CEO Pascale Sourisse, amid a global boom in the arms industry spurred by geopolitical tensions.  Arms spending in 2024 reached an unprecedented $2.7 trillion in 2024, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, a conflict think tank. The same think tank estimated that the world’s top … Read more

Pope calls for prayers for Ukraine, renewed commitment to nuclear disarmament

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Pope Leo XIV asks for prayers for the people of Ukraine, who continue to suffer the consequences of war exacerbated by freezing temperatures, and appeals for a renewed international commitment against the proliferation of nuclear weapons, as the New START treaty is due to expire. Vatican News Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday renewed his appeal … Read more

EU arms makers seek Southeast Asian partners amid China-US rivalry

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HAMBURG, Germany — While Pakistan’s claim that its Chinese-manufactured fighter aircraft shot down India’s French-made jets earlier this month shone a spotlight on China’s capabilities, an Indonesian Navy crew was undergoing final training at an Italian shipyard owned by one of the world’s largest shipbuilders, Fincantieri. Amid debate over the superiority of Chinese weaponry, Indonesian … Read more

Hezbollah’s Weapon Inventory: Unveiling Lebanon’s Political Dynamics and Strategic Implications

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Hezbollah Official: Arms Necessary Amid Israeli Occupation, normalization Rejected Table of Contents Hezbollah Official: Arms Necessary Amid Israeli Occupation, normalization Rejected Hezbollah’s Position on Israeli Violations and Lebanese Sovereignty Rejection of External Pressure and Commitment to Resistance call for State Protection and Rejection of Political Conditions Hezbollah’s reconstruction Efforts and State Responsibilities Conclusion: A Call … Read more

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Reveals New Military Legend Beyond Jan Žižka

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Konrad Kyser: The Renaissance Mind Behind Medieval Warfare Konrad Kyser, a name often overshadowed by the grandeur of medieval icons, stands as a testament to the power of a forward-thinking mind. Born in 1366, this enigmatic figure left an indelible mark not through conquest or bloodshed, but through his innovative vision captured in his monumental … Read more

HEADLINES: China: PH starting arms race in region | December 28, 2024

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Good day. Here are the stories for The Manila Times for Saturday, December 28, 2024. Today’s episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. READ: China: PH starting arms race in region THE decision of the Philippines to conspire with the United States … Read more