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Mini-crises sparked by the Iran war may add up to a big collapse
Not a sudden, major crash but a series of mini-crises. That, according to some, is the prospect facing the global economy and financial system in the wake of conflict in the Middle East. But what if these mini-crises cas...
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Hezbollah’s cheap drones pose challenge for Israel – like ‘children’s toys’
Hezbollah’s cheap fibre-optic drones are creating new challenges for Israeli troops in southern Lebanon, forcing the military to adapt its tactics against an increasingly lethal threat. The Israeli military – considered...
Times of India World
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Israel sends UAE laser weapon called ‘Iron Beam’ - What it means in face of Iranian drones and why is it important
Israel has reportedly sent its advanced 'Iron Beam' laser defence system and surveillance tech to the UAE to counter Iranian threats, marking a significant defence cooperation step. This deployment, alongside US military...
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Why India’s logistics pact with Russia signals its Arctic ‘footprint’ ambition
A pact between India and Russia on reciprocal access to military facilities is expected to boost Moscow’s influence in the Indian Ocean and increase New Delhi’s presence in the Arctic. However, it does not mean the two c...
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US Pentagon signs AI deals with Google, Nvidia and SpaceX, focus on ‘lawful’ use
Eight technology companies, including Google, Nvidia and SpaceX, have struck deals with the Pentagon to help the US military gain an edge on the battlefield. “These agreements accelerate the transformation towards establ...
Times of India World
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‘Blast them or make a deal’: Trump lays out choice for Iran, calls war criticism ‘treasonous’
US President Trump presented a stark choice on Iran: negotiate a settlement or face military escalation, though he personally prefers avoiding conflict. He expressed dissatisfaction with Iran's deal proposals, citing int...
