Israel- Palestinian Territories: press release from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (13.05.21)

Israel- Palestinian Territories: press release from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (13.05.21)

Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, met today with his Israeli, Palestinian and Egyptian counterparts. He underlined our deep concern in the face of the ongoing escalation, the human toll of which is already very heavy, and our desire to contribute to a rapid easing of tensions. He again strongly condemned … Read more

The US is ready to exclude Xiaomi from the “black list”

The US is ready to exclude Xiaomi from the “black list”

The court sided with Xiaomi – – The Pentagon will exclude Xiaomi from the “black list” of companies associated with the PRC defense sector. The company came under sanctions in January, losing $ 10 billion in market value. The United States will exclude tech giant Xiaomi from the state “blacklist” of enterprises working for the … Read more

Bastions made in the USA for the Kosovo police: lines of defense

Bastions made in the USA for the Kosovo police: lines of defense

An info from my colleague from the FOB blog. Three Bastion APC were delivered on April 22 to special units of the Kosovar police (photo AM General LLC). Armored vehicles designed by Arquus but produced under license on American soil by AM General LLC. Read AM General’s press release here. This is the first concretization … Read more

The OP voiced scenarios of Russia’s actions in relation to Ukraine

The OP voiced scenarios of Russia’s actions in relation to Ukraine

Photo: facebook.com/president.gov.ua Ukraine’s defense capability was discussed at the President’s Office with representatives of NATO countries – – Representatives from Ukraine, USA, Canada, Germany, Lithuania, Poland and Great Britain discussed Ukraine’s defense capabilities. Deputy Head of the Office of the President Roman Mashovets and representatives of NATO member states, in particular the United States, Canada, … Read more

NATO told what Ukraine needs to join the Alliance

NATO told what Ukraine needs to join the Alliance

Photo: UNIAN For NATO membership, Ukraine will be required to reform – – In addition to reform in the defense sector, the country should have democratic institutions, the rule of law and the fight against corruption. NATO membership requires Ukraine to undertake deep and systematic reforms in various areas, not just defense. This was stated … Read more

Ukraine – Statement by the spokespersons of the foreign ministries of France and Germany (3.04.21)

Ukraine – Statement by the spokespersons of the foreign ministries of France and Germany (3.04.21)

France and Germany are concerned about the increase in ceasefire violations, while the situation had stabilized since July 2020 in eastern Ukraine. We are following the situation with great vigilance, in particular the movements of Russian forces, and call on the Parties to restraint and to immediately de-escalate tensions. We reaffirm our support for the … Read more

Statement by the G7 Foreign Ministers (12.03.2021)

Statement by the G7 Foreign Ministers (12.03.2021)

Hong Kong 12 mars 2021 We, the Foreign Ministers of Germany, Canada, the United States of America, France, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom, as well as the High Representative of the European Union, Let us together express our deep concern over China’s decision to fundamentally undermine the democratic characteristics of Hong Kong’s electoral system. … Read more

Boeing planned to redesign the 777 engine fairing before the recent failure-Wall Street Journal

Boeing planned to redesign the 777 engine fairing before the recent failure-Wall Street Journal

According to an internal document from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Boeing Co. (BA) had a few serious accidents (including one near Denver last weekend). It plans to strengthen the engine fairing of the 777 aircraft in just a few months. According to people familiar with the matter, the aircraft manufacturer and regulators have been … Read more

(Additional) The Prime Minister intends to expand the registration we win | RYT9

Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Mentioned the registration to join the “We Won” project for those who do not have a smartphone, it was the first day that Krung Thai Bank (KTB) found that there were crowded users. Would like to ask for cooperation to be used in the future management … Read more