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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

WSJ: 'Green light' from the US for the sale of weapons and ammunition worth $7 billion to the UAE

The US government has approved an additional $7 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates without public announcement, alongside previously announced sales totaling $16.5 billion.

Mar 20 • 06:42 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

The Trump Administration Negotiates Arms Sales to Countries in the Middle East

The article discusses the Trump administration's negotiations regarding arms sales to various Middle Eastern countries.

Mar 20 • 03:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

USA: Sale of arms over 16 million dollars to Gulf states

The U.S. has approved more than $16 billion in arms sales to the UAE and Kuwait amid escalating tensions due to the conflict with Iran.

Mar 19 • 18:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

US approves over $16bn in arms sales to Gulf states hit by Iran war

The US has authorized $16.46 billion in military sales to Gulf nations, primarily the UAE and Kuwait, in response to threats from Iran amid ongoing conflict in the region.

Mar 19 • 17:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Buzz kill: US breweries shutter as fanfare over craft beers appears to fade

The article discusses the decline of craft breweries in the U.S., highlighting the closure of Call to Arms Brewing Company due to reduced sales and increased costs amidst the pandemic.

Mar 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Denmark: Supreme Court rejects a complaint from four NGOs against the sale of arms to Israel

The Danish Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit from four NGOs challenging the legality of arms sales to Israel, citing a lack of legal standing.

Mar 18 • 12:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation by Federal Police against drug trafficking, arms sales, and violent crimes targets Nova Odessa, Limeira, and Santa Bárbara

A joint operation by the Federal Police and Military Police targeting drug trafficking and illegal arms sales led to multiple search and arrest warrants in Brazil's Piracicaba region.

Mar 18 • 11:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

War in Iran Should Not Affect US Arms Sales to Taiwan; Conflict Caused Trump to Postpone Trip to China

The Iran conflict is unlikely to impact the billion-dollar arms sales from the US to Taiwan, according to Taiwan's Defense Minister, Wellington Koo.

Mar 18 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

More than 10 arrested in operation against drug delivery and arms sales in Porto Alegre

A police operation in Porto Alegre resulted in the arrest of at least 11 individuals involved in a drug delivery and arms sales scheme.

Mar 17 • 13:05 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Will the postponed Trump-Xi summit affect US arms sales to Taiwan?

The postponed summit between Trump and Xi raises concerns about the potential impact on a significant US arms sales package to Taiwan, though officials indicate the deal remains on track.

Mar 17 • 12:01 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

John Ivison: Carney offers the NDP a revival, if it’s shrewd enough to take it

John Ivison discusses how Prime Minister Mark Carney could potentially revitalize the NDP amidst dissent within the Liberal Party regarding arms sales.

Mar 16 • 20:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

Media: The US is possibly preparing the largest arms shipment to Taiwan

Reports suggest that the US is set to make the largest arms shipment to Taiwan, valued at around 14 billion USD, despite concerns over reduced military support amid ongoing US-China trade discussions.

Mar 13 • 12:04 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Beijing warns US over Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong and Taiwan arms sales ahead of Trump visit

Beijing warns the US regarding Jimmy Lai and arms sales to Taiwan, stressing the need for stable China-US relations ahead of Trump's visit.

Mar 13 • 11:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Arms Manufacturer: How Rheinmetall Profits from the Armament Boom

Rheinmetall has significantly increased its profits from the armament boom in Germany, with sales projected to reach 14 billion euros by 2026, propelled by substantial military contracts.

Mar 11 • 11:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall increases sales and profit, benefiting from global uncertainty

The German defense company Rheinmetall has reported an increase in both sales and profit, attributing its success to the prevailing uncertainties in the global landscape.

Mar 11 • 09:19 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Rheinmetall's profits rose sharply as Europe arms itself

Rheinmetall reported a record profit increase of one-third last year, reaching €1.8 billion, with sales jumping nearly 30% to €9.9 billion, as the company anticipates further growth in sales this year.

Mar 11 • 07:21 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia ranked third biggest arms exporter in 2021-2025 despite sharp fall, says report

A report indicates that Russia remains the third largest arms exporter globally from 2021 to 2025, despite a significant drop in its share of international arms sales.

Mar 9 • 13:08 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

France maintains its position as the second-largest arms exporter

France remains the world's second-largest arms exporter, having increased its international sales by 21% from 2021 to 2025 according to a report by SIPRI.

Mar 8 • 23:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Washington bypasses Congress and approves a $151 million arms deal for Israel

The US has approved a $151.8 million arms sale to Israel, including 12,000 bombs, without Congressional review, citing national security interests amid ongoing US-Israeli operations against Iran.

Mar 7 • 04:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Scale

The article critiques Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez's contradictory stance on socialism and arms sales.

Mar 6 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Arms Committee Fails to Explain SA's Weapon Sales to Saudi Arabia and UAE

The National Conventional Arms Control Committee (NCACC) in South Africa is under scrutiny for failing to document its weapon sales to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, despite a court ruling ordering it to do so.

Mar 5 • 11:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Fighter Jets, Drones, and Missiles... What is the Russia-China Connection of Iran's Weapons?

Iran maintains a strong relationship with Russia and China for military cooperation, involving arms sales, technological sharing, and joint production.

Mar 3 • 05:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Oil, dollar, and arms sales – The real causes of the war

The article discusses the geopolitical implications of U.S.-Iran relations and the hidden economic interests behind the conflict, particularly in oil and strategic minerals.

Mar 2 • 09:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Chair of the Defense Committee: Finland's decisions on defense equipment and arms sales should be kept more secret

The chair of Finland's Defense Committee suggests increasing secrecy around defense-related decisions to protect critical vulnerabilities from potential adversaries like Russia.

Feb 25 • 08:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Argument and badge for Palestine at the Goyas: five associations contact guests to coordinate a pro-cause speech

Five pro-Palestinian associations are coordinating with attendees of the Goya Awards to deliver a speech advocating for Palestine, while over 1,200 artists demand the Spanish government cease arms sales to Israel.

Feb 23 • 21:51 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How Trump’s Beijing bargaining could derail Taiwan’s multibillion-dollar defence budget

U.S. President Trump's recent remarks about consulting with China on arms sales may jeopardize Taiwan's defense budget as internal political dynamics shift in Taipei.

Feb 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest Amotekun officer over illegal arms sales, forgery

A police officer associated with Nigeria's Western Security Network, Amotekun, has been arrested in Oyo State for illegal arms sales and forgery.

Feb 20 • 18:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Politico: Trump's Administration Threatens EU

The Trump administration has threatened European countries with retaliation if they begin to favor arms purchases from European manufacturers over U.S. suppliers.

Feb 20 • 15:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Japan Takes One Step Closer to Lifting Ban on 'Killing Weapon Exports' as LDP Confirms 'Abolition of 5 Types' Policy

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is set to submit a plan to the government to abolish its stringent 'five types' regulations on arms exports, paving the way for weapon sales abroad.

Feb 20 • 01:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Taiwan Arms Sales Suspended Ahead of US-China Summit Amid Chinese Pressure

The United States has effectively paused additional arms sales to Taiwan due to Chinese pressure and diplomatic considerations ahead of President Trump’s expected visit to China in April.

Feb 19 • 00:26 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

White House deflects as Trump weighs Taiwan arms sale delay amid Beijing pressure

The U.S. faces pressure regarding an $11 billion arms sale to Taiwan, which President Trump is considering delaying amid concerns over Beijing's influence.

Feb 18 • 23:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Trump to decide ‘soon’ on sending weapons to Taiwan

US President Donald Trump is soon to decide on potential arms sales to Taiwan following warnings from Chinese President Xi Jinping against such actions.

Feb 17 • 07:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

D. Trump says he will soon make a decision on arms supply to Taiwan

D. Trump emphasizes the importance of the Taiwan issue in U.S.-China relations, amid warnings from Xi Jinping regarding arms sales to the island.

Feb 17 • 07:20 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Donald Trump says he will soon decide whether to send more weapons to Taiwan

Donald Trump indicated he would soon make a decision regarding the provision of additional military aid to Taiwan amid ongoing tensions with China.

Feb 17 • 05:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What weapons will we sell under SAFE? Government's promotional offensive abroad

A Polish government delegation is set to promote the country's arms exports in Sweden, Norway, and Italy, aiming for increased international sales of Polish weapons.

Feb 17 • 03:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Far-right extremist used TikTok to prepare for race war against immigrants and Muslims jailed

Thomas McKenna, a 60-year-old lorry driver, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for using TikTok to plan a race war against Muslims and immigrants while engaging in illegal arms sales.

Feb 12 • 19:36 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Germany's Highest Court Rejects Lawsuit to Prevent Arms Sales to Israel

Germany's top court has dismissed a Palestinian citizen's lawsuit aimed at halting the export of military equipment to Israel, backing previous court rulings that support such sales.

Feb 12 • 16:10 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Germany: Failure of a lawsuit filed by a Palestinian to block arms sales to Israel

A Palestinian's legal bid to prevent German arms sales to Israel was rejected by the German Federal Constitutional Court.

Feb 12 • 13:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Recruitment through networks and payments of up to 14,000 dollars: a network traffics weapons from Arizona to Mexico

An investigation reveals how a network traffics high-caliber weapons from Arizona to Mexico, raising concerns over the lack of controls on arms sales in the U.S.

Feb 11 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Police visit a Sidenor headquarters to gather information about steel sales to Israel

The Spanish National Police has conducted a search at Sidenor's Basauri headquarters as part of an investigation into alleged smuggling related to steel sales to Israel Military Industries.

Feb 10 • 15:22 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Beijing warns of ‘annihilation’ over Taiwan ATACMS deployment idea

Beijing has issued a stern warning about potential consequences for Taiwan if it deploys US-supplied missile systems for preemptive strikes against China.

Feb 10 • 13:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EDITORIAL ⟩ Higher defense spending gives an advantage

The White House announced that President Donald Trump has signed an executive order prioritizing arms sales to countries with higher defense spending and greater strategic importance.

Feb 8 • 20:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Trump orders a priority to sell weapons to countries with higher defense spending

The article discusses Trump's new order emphasizing the priority of selling weapons to foreign partners with substantial defense investments, marking a shift in U.S. arms sales policy.

Feb 8 • 12:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

FT: US pushes for additional arms sales to Taiwan... China warns of impact on Trump's visit to China

The US is reportedly moving forward with a substantial arms sale to Taiwan, prompting strong reactions from China, which could impact US-China diplomatic relations.

Feb 8 • 08:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Trump changes the rules: Those who invest more in the military get American weapons

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order prioritizing military equipment sales to countries that increase their defense budgets.

Feb 7 • 06:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Trump orders to prioritize weapon sales to countries with higher defense spending

President Donald Trump signed an executive order prioritizing weapon sales to countries with higher defense spending and strategic significance in their regions, marking a significant change in U.S. arms sales policy.

Feb 7 • 06:16 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Beijing to Trump: Taiwan Arms Deals May Abort Upcoming April Summit

Beijing has issued strong warnings to Washington that anticipated U.S. arms sales to Taiwan could threaten to cancel or disrupt President Donald Trump's planned state visit to China in April.

Feb 7 • 02:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump overhauls US arms sales to favor key allies, protect American weapons production

President Trump has signed an executive order that prioritizes foreign weapons sales to allies aligned with U.S. national security priorities while safeguarding American weapons production capacity.

Feb 6 • 21:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

They arrest 'El Flaco', operator of Los Salazar, linked to the Sinaloa Cartel, in Querétaro

Authorities have reported the arrest of Diego 'N', also known as El Flaco, an operator for the Los Salazar organization, connected to the Sinaloa Cartel, who coordinated drug sales and distribution, arms trafficking, and other criminal activities in Querétaro.

Feb 6 • 17:09 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Xi addresses the Taiwan issue; Trump aims for a deal with a visit to China in April

During a call on April 4, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of the U.S. respecting China’s concerns over Taiwan's arms sales, while both sides sought to stabilize relations ahead of Trump's upcoming visit to China.

Feb 5 • 22:00 UTC

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