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Global powers weigh options as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise
world25 days ago

Global powers weigh options as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise

Trump urged allies and China to send ships to secure the Strait of Hormuz as Iran attacks and the strait remains partly blocked, prompting mixed responses: the UK says options are being considered with partners; Germany says it’s not their war; France is ready to escort ships if de-escalation occurs; Japan and South Korea are weighing measures with parliamentary or legal considerations; the EU has no appetite to change its current naval mandate; China calls for de-escalation and is in talks with relevant parties; the situation underscores that roughly 20% of global oil travels through the strait and oil prices have risen.

via BBC|
#china#iran-conflict#nato-allies
Global Defense Leaders Defend Women's Role in Combat
politics1 year ago

Global Defense Leaders Defend Women's Role in Combat

NATO allies have expressed strong support for women in combat roles, countering recent doubts raised in the U.S. following comments by Pete Hegseth, a Trump ally, against women serving on the front lines. Canadian military chief Gen. Jennie Carignan and other officials at the Halifax International Security Forum emphasized the importance of women's contributions to military operations. Concerns have been raised that excluding women from combat roles could disrupt military operations and worsen recruitment challenges, as women currently make up about 18% of the U.S. military.

via POLITICO|
#defense-policy#gender-equality#nato-allies
US Approves Transfer of Danish and Dutch F-16 Warplanes to Ukraine
international-relations2 years ago

US Approves Transfer of Danish and Dutch F-16 Warplanes to Ukraine

The United States has approved the transfer of American-made F-16 fighter jets from Denmark and the Netherlands to Ukraine, once Ukrainian pilots are fully trained to operate them. Ukraine has been pushing for this decision since last year and praised the move, although it will take months before the F-16s can be used to counter Russia's air superiority. The US and its allies had previously been hesitant to provide F-16s to Ukraine due to concerns about escalating tensions with Russia. The Dutch and Danish governments have received formal assurances for the transfer, and discussions with European partners are underway. Ukraine's allies in the West will begin training Ukrainian pilots later this month, with readiness expected next year.

via bbc.com|
#f-16-fighter-jets#international-relations#nato-allies