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The EU expands support for Ukraine tech start-ups with a €20 million funding boost

To help support Ukraine’s innovation ecosystem during a time of conflict, the European Innovation Council (EIC) has announced a new €20 million funding initiative targeting Ukrainian deep-tech small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups.

Qatar and the Israel-Hamas conflict: Hybrid mediation power on display

Here, Professor Vassilis K. Fouskas explains the diplomatic and mediative powers of Qatar and its influence in the current Israel-Hamas conflict.

Israel and Hamas reach hostage deal, temporarily halt fighting in Gaza

In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, Israel and Hamas, with Qatari mediation, have agreed to a four-day pause in the conflict.

UK-ROK accord strengthens sanctions enforcement against North Korea

UK-ROK accord: The Republic of Korea and the UK (ROK) have signed an Accord solidifying their commitment to jointly enforce United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions against North Korea.

AI to transform military engineering capabilities

In a groundbreaking development, an AI-powered tool is set to revolutionise military engineering capabilities by swiftly identifying equipment faults.

UK commits £10 Million in aid for Occupied Palestinian Territories

In response to the escalating conflict in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs), the UK's Prime Minister has pledged £10 million in humanitarian aid. This funding aims to support civilians caught in the turmoil and improve their living conditions.

Sensing equipment worth £88 Million to protect UK Armed Forces

Cutting-edge sensing equipment, valued at £88 million, will enhance the safety of the UK Armed Forces detecting, identifying, and monitoring.

Groundbreaking X-Ray robot to revolutionise battlefield safety

A cutting-edge X-ray robot equipped with X-ray backscatter technology promises to enhance military safety by detecting concealed weapons and explosives from a safe distance.

The modern battlefield: £89 Million awarded for UK armed forces

In an incredible development, the UK Armed Forces are set to experience improved connectivity on the battlefield, thanks to massive £89 million contract award.

Ukraine’s air defense gets a massive £90 million upgrade

Ukraine's air defence receives a boost with contracts worth over £90 million for equipment to tackle uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) threats.

Training bolsters Ukrainian marines in UK program

British commandos teamed up with Ukrainian Marines for a six-month training program in the UK enhancing their capabilities.

Russia’s veto leaves 4.1 million Syrians in uncertainty, aid blocked

UK Ambassador Barbara Woodward expressed grave concern in the UN Security Council about northwest Syria as Russia's veto worsens the situation.

Is the dominance of the dollar in trouble amid the Russo-Ukraine war?

The stability and dominance of the dollar is under threat. For years, the dollar has held a firm grip as the global currency, serving...

Ukrainian dam destroyed in explosions, Kyiv holds Russia responsible

In a major incident, a Ukrainian dam located in the east of the country has been destroyed, resulting in widespread devastation, raising fears for the safeguarding of the close-by Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.

Treating children with blast injuries with prosthetic innovations

Imperial College London opens its first-ever centre designing prosthetic innovations for child blast injuries occurring in conflict zones.

Finland joins NATO despite Kremlin’s warnings of “countermeasures”

Finland joins NATO, doubling the size of NATO's border with Russia and provoking threats of "countermeasures" from the Kremlin.

Who is responsible for the Nord Stream pipeline attack?

The Kremlin blames the West for the Nord Stream pipeline attack, and Ukraine denies involvement - so who was responsible?

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