MILPLEX

The Military Industrial Complex

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Germany suspends weapons exports to Israel
Aug 08, 2025 (UPI)
"In the German Government's view, the new military push by the Israeli army in the Gaza Strip agreed by the Israeli security cabinet last night makes it increas...
Canada's PM announces billions in defense spending to hit NATO target
Aug 08, 2025 (AFP)
Since taking office in April, Carney has repeatedly warned that Canada's military is not equipped to confront the growing threats facing the country. He has cit...
Germany suspends arms exports to Israel for use in Gaza
Aug 08, 2025 (AFP)
Berlin's move, in response reaction to an Israeli plan to take control of Gaza City, marks a drastic change of course for Germany, long one of Israel's staunche...
Turkey, Senegal discuss defence industry, security cooperation
Aug 07, 2025 (AFP)
"Today we discussed joint steps that we can take in the areas of security, the defence industry and the fight against terrorism," Erdogan told a televised press...
Denmark, Sweden, Norway to provide Ukraine with U.S.-made weapons
Aug 06, 2025 (UPI)
U.S. President Donald Trump, who has been a critic of the United States' backing of Ukraine, last month announced that the 32-member defensive alliance would be...
Somalia's Puntland releases arms cargo ship to Turkey
Aug 04, 2025 (AFP)
The oil-rich area declared its autonomy in 1998, and the region has had tense relations with the central government in Mogadishu. Puntland forces intercepted th...
Ukraine breaks up 'corruption scheme' in defence sector; Slovenia bans weapons trade with Israel
Aug 02, 2025 (AFP)
A law passed at the end of July stripped the National Anti-Corruption Agency (NABU) and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP) of their indep...
BAE Systems profit jumps as govts hike defence spend
Jul 30, 2025 (AFP)
Net profit grew two percent to GBP 969 million ($1.3 billion) in the six months to June 30 compared with one year earlier, BAE said in an earnings statement. Sa...
EU states seek 127 bn euros under defence loan scheme
Jul 30, 2025 (AFP)
The programme is a key part of the EU's push to boost weapons purchases as Europe rushes to rearm in the face of the threat from Russia. The SAFE plan -- worth ...
Italy's Leonardo says to buy Iveco Defence for 1.7 bn euros
Jul 30, 2025 (AFP)
Leonardo said the deal was expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals. "This transaction reinforces Leonardo's position as ...
US announces $4 bn loan guarantee for Poland military purchases
Jul 25, 2025 (AFP)
"Poland remains one of America's strongest and most dependable allies in Europe -- a front-line nation on NATO's Eastern Flank and a leader in defense investmen...
Ukraine's anti-graft body says new bill restores independence
Jul 24, 2025 (AFP)
Thousands took to the streets across Ukraine this week to protest against legal changes that removed the independence of key anti-graft agencies, NABU and SAPO....
US approves $322 mn in arms sales to Ukraine; German government moves to speed up military procurement
Jul 23, 2025 (AFP)
The announcement of the sales comes after Washington temporarily halted some weapons shipments to Ukraine earlier this month even as Kyiv faced heavy Russian mi...
Europe needs to boost military capabilities: EU defense chief
Jul 21, 2025 (AFP)
President Donald Trump has pushed for increased military burden-sharing with Europe since returning to office earlier this year, with NATO allies agreeing last ...
Arms maker Saab sees sales rise, growth potential
Jul 18, 2025 (AFP)
Saab reported sales of 19.8 billion kronor ($2.0 billion) in the second quarter, up from 15.2 billion kronor a year earlier. It was better than the 18.1 billion...
What's in the EU's two-trillion-euro budget bazooka?
Jul 18, 2025 (AFP)
Seeking to balance the European Union's key priorities, Brussels wants the next long-term budget to bolster the bloc's economy, support farmers and plough billi...
Netherlands, Scandinavian states look to join Trump Ukraine arms plan
Jul 15, 2025 (AFP)
Trump announced a tougher line on Moscow over its war in Ukraine on Monday as he gave the Kremlin 50 days to end the fighting or face massive new economic sanct...
Macron to raise defence targets, citing Russia threat
Jul 13, 2025 (AFP)
"We are living a pivotal moment," Macron said in a speech to the armed forces on the eve of the national Bastille Day holiday, denouncing "imperialist policies"...
Zelensky urges more investment in defence against Russian attacks
Jul 10, 2025 (AFP)
Zelensky was speaking at the start of the two-day Ukraine Recovery Conference, aimed at mobilising support and investment for his nation as it enters the fourth...
US halting some shipments of military aid to Ukraine
Jul 02, 2025 (AFP)
Stopping the delivery of munitions and other military aid including air defense systems likely would be a blow to Ukraine as it contends with some of Russia's l...
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