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Russian military units attacked by Ukrainian drones
0 Several cities in the Russian Federation, including Saint Petersburg and the Moscow region, were attacked last night by a series of Ukrainian drones, targeting several military units and warehouses, according to Unian, cited by IPN. Following...

UK's aid to boost Ukraine's defence growth, to give 283 million Euros in bilateral aid next year
London [UK], July 11 (ANI): New UK package of support for Ukraine's immediate and longer-term needs was tabled at Ukraine Recovery Conference, a statement by the British High Commission stated. UK and Ukraine concluded the historic deal for Thales...

World News | UK's Aid to Boost Ukraine's Defence Growth, to Give 283 Million Euros in Bilateral Aid Next Year
London [UK], July 11 (ANI): New UK package of support for Ukraine's immediate and longer-term needs was tabled at Ukraine Recovery Conference, a statement by the British High Commission stated. UK and Ukraine concluded the historic deal for Thales...

Army reservists simulate defense of key supplies in Han Kuang drills
Taipei, July 11 (CNA) Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military exercises entered their third day on Friday, with reservists from the Army's 206th Infantry Brigade simulating the defense of critical supplies against a Chinese attack on a logistics site...

Ukrainian drone strikes reported near Russian MiG plant, other defense industry facilities amid mass attack
Editor's note: The story was updated with comments from Ukrainian official Andrii Kovalenko. Drone attacks were reported on July 11 near a Russian oil depot and multiple defense industry facilities, including a MiG jet fighter production plant...

Hanwha Group Joins SNU and POSTECH to Boost Sovereign Defense AI
Hanwha Group is joining forces with top Korean universities and tech companies to build a sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem aimed at bolstering South Korea’s defense capabilities. The company is already playing a leading role in...
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India’s defence orders soar post-Operation Sindoor, acquisitions fast-tracked with Rs 400 bn push
India has set the stage to witness a record-breaking year of defence acquisitions after the Ministry of Defence (MoD) greenlit emergency procurement (EP) contracts worth Rs 400 billion post Operation Sindoor. The fast-tracked acquisitions will...

Koyo Sangyo Announces “Japan’s First” Noncombustible Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding Film for Outdoor Tent Applications, Targeting Defense Uses
On June 17, Koyo Sangyo Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based Japanese manufacturer of civil engineering and construction materials, announced the launch of what it claims to be Japan’s first “noncombustible electromagnetic wave shielding film material that...
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West Asia News Live: Record £7m Birkin bag sale highlights influence of West Asian capital in global luxury market
Russia-Ukraine war continues to influence West Asia's economy and alliances On day 1,233 of the Russia-Ukraine war, the conflict continues to have profound effects on West Asia, according to a report in Al Jazeera. The region’s energy producers,...

Italy: Companies with ties to Russia should be excluded from rebuilding of Ukraine
Italy has said that companies that have supported Russia’s aggression by continuing to cooperate with it should not benefit from Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts, Reuters reports. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told participants in a Rome...

Countering China: India eyes Rs 1,345 crore scheme on rare earth magnets; Indian companies express interest
The Ministry of Heavy Industries Secretary, Kamran Rizvi, confirmed that the draft scheme for processing rare earth magnets has been distributed. (AI image) Amidst ongoing supply choke for rare earths from China, India has announced its plans to...

This New Military Defense System Can Defend Against Drones Without Use Of Force
One of the fastest-growing trends changing military and intelligence operations is the proliferation of military-grade drones. Cheap, easy to transport, and readily available, drones play an increasingly critical role on the battlefield. And while...

OnePlus Nord CE 5 Sale Begins on July 12, 2025, Smartphone Has 7,100mAh Battery, Dimensity 8350 SoC; Check Prices of Each Variant, Other Specifications and Features
OnePlus Nord CE 5 sale will begin in India on July 12, 2025 (tomorrow). The interested customers can buy this smartphone with a massive 7,100mAh battery with 80W fast-charging support and a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor. The OnePlus Nord CE 5...

Solar’s Defense Play Is Paying Off But Valuations Raise Concerns, Says SEBI RA
The analyst highlighted Solar Industries’ growing international footprint and strong FY26 guidance, but cautioned that risks like customer concentration and geopolitical exposure could weigh on execution. Shares of Solar Industries slipped 8% this...

VCs To Double Down On Indian AI & Defence Tech Startup Investments In H2 2025
SUMMARY AI, defence tech and hardware startups to grab investors’ attention in the second half of 2025 As per Inc42’s investors survey, 57% of the 80+ respondents are looking for early-stage AI investments and another 22% are eyeing growth-stage...

Ideas & Opinions — Jeffrey Gottesman: Lifting the fog: How the 'antisemitism industry' plays us
In 1895, Theodor Herzl, the universally acknowledged father of Zionism, wrote, “The anti-semites will be our most dependable friends, the antisemitic countries our allies.” He may have gotten this paradoxical idea from a 19th century revolutionary...

Vivo X200 FE With ‘Military-Grade Drop Resistance’ Feature To Launch in India on July 14; Check Expected Price, Specifications and Features
Vivo will launch the Vivo X200 FE alongside the Vivo X Fold5 in India on July 14, 2025. The Vivo X200 FE will come with a “Military-grade drop resistance” feature to protect the device. The X200 FE will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+...
Trump Implementing A 50% Tariff On Copper Imports - Here's Why And The Companies Affected
Friday, July 11, 2025 1:07 AM EDT Image Source: Pexels An Introduction Trump has announced that he will be implementing a 50% tariff on copper imports effective August 1st - which will bring copper tariffs in line with U.S. duties on imports of...

5 excellent ASX ETFs to buy with $2,500 today
If you've got $2,500 to invest and want a simple, diversified way to build long-term wealth, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remain one of the smartest tools in the shed. With just a few quality funds, you can spread your money across sectors,...

Infinix HOT 60 5G+ Price, Specifications, Features and Sale Details Revealed, Know Everything About Latest Smartphone From Infinix Launched in India
New Delhi, July 11: Infinix HOT 60 5G+ is launched in India. The smartphones come with MediaTek Processor, "One-tap AI button", and a large battery. The HOT 60 5G+ comes in a triple camera setup at the rear with a dual-tone finish. The smartphone...