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Zelenskiy said the US will provide Ukraine with PAC-3 missiles for Patriot systems after his meeting with Trump. He declined to specify the number but said the deal will strengthen Ukraine’s air defense against Russian attacks. #Ukraine
January 23, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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oof, i hope they don't kill him off in the first season
January 23, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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Norway supplied Ukraine with a “significant number” of AMRAAM missiles for NASAMS systems. PM Jonas Gahr Støre said air defense is a key focus of Norway’s aid. Defense Minister Fedorov confirmed the delivery. #Ukraine
January 23, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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France to launch #Orion26 military exercise from Feb 8 to Apr 30, involving about 12,500 soldiers, 25 ships including aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, 140 aircraft and helicopters, and 1,200 drones to test high-intensity, multi-domain operations with 24 allied nations.
January 23, 2026 at 10:28 AM
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Australia has taken the next step in its wide-ranging program to overhaul our air force with the arrival of its first MC-55A Peregrine.

Equipped for advanced electronic warfare and surveillance, the MC-55A Peregrine is a cornerstone of RAAF modernisation plans. #ADF

www.twz.com/air/australi...
Australia Just Took Delivery Of One Of Its Most Powerful Weapons
Equipped for advanced electronic warfare and surveillance, the MC-55A Peregrine is a cornerstone of RAAF modernization plans. Equipped for airborne intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and elec...
www.twz.com
January 22, 2026 at 11:41 PM
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Finally, aluminum electrolytic capacitors for women.
January 22, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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🇫🇮 Russia is likely to continue its attempts to damage underwater communications networks in the Baltic Sea, Finnish military intelligence has said, - Yle.

Russia’s ability to use ships operating in the Baltic for broad influence remains significant, according to a review.
January 22, 2026 at 12:50 PM
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The German government has co-funded several emergency power generators that are now being used by two hospitals in Kyiv and Odesa. The handover was organized and carried out by the WHO Ukraine and the Ukrainian Ministry of Health.
January 22, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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German company Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft (FFG) has already delivered at least eight tracked armored combat support vehicles to Ukraine. The Netherlands has also selected this platform as the basis for a new short-range air defense system.
January 22, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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Poland has raised more than 60 million hryvnias to purchase generators for Ukraine. According to Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, the Polish government separately allocated around 400 generators, while many Polish citizens are also sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine on an individual basis.
January 22, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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"it’s unclear when or whether Liam will be able to return for his stuffed turtle, his hat, and his W worksheet" sahanjournal.com/education/ic...
Columbia Heights school leaders speak out after ICE detains kids
ICE agents have detained students on their way to and from school and also tried to get onto school property, the Columbia Heights superintendent said in an emotional news conference Wednesday.
sahanjournal.com
January 22, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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This suggests Ontario Teachers (one of the biggest real money investors in the world, yes I'm serious) has hedged dollar exposure as well as reducing their UST allocation.

*OTPP'S TAYLOR:PENSION CUT EXPOSURE TO US DOLLAR, TREASURIES
*OTPP'S TAYLOR SAYS IT CUT EXPOSURE TO US DOLLAR IN Q1 LAST YEAR
January 22, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff said Trump proposed a tariff-free trade zone for Ukraine, which he said would attract global industries seeking duty-free access to the US. Witkoff also said peace efforts “come down to one question,” confirmed a January 22 trip to Moscow, and plans for talks in Abu Dhabi
January 22, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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Oleksandr Kamyshin said Ukraine plans to set up at least 10 joint defense projects in Europe this year. The first, already launched in Germany, will produce drones for Ukraine. The goal is to expand European-based manufacturing and financing for Ukraine’s defense sector. #Ukraine
January 22, 2026 at 9:44 AM
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Poland’s Chargé d’affaires in Ukraine, Piotr Łukasiewicz, said more than 400 generators from Poland’s government reserves are being sent to Kyiv and nearby areas to help restore power. “Poland is helping,” he wrote. #Ukraine
January 21, 2026 at 9:46 PM
They've cut most, not all, of their US bond holdings, but yes.
January 21, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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BREAKING: Keir Starmer says President Trump changed his view on the Chagos Islands 'for the express purpose of putting pressure on me and Britain in relation to my values and principles on the future of Greenland

'He wants me to yield on my position and I'm not going to do so'

#PMQs 👏
January 21, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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Speaking of drones, a new name appeared!
Renault has confirmed it's signed a contract to produce long-range UAVs for Ukraine.

Renault is collaborating with Turgis Gaillard to make drones at two of its factories.
January 21, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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🇫🇷🇬🇱 France has asked for a NATO exercise in Greenland and is ready to contribute to it, Macron's office said - Reuters
January 21, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Poland has launched its second signals intelligence vessel.
Poland's second SIGINT ship launched in Gdańsk
Poland has launched its second signals intelligence (SIGINT) vessel, ORP Henryk Zygalski, at a ceremony in the city of Gdańsk.
www.naval-technology.com
January 20, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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Ukraine will soon receive new aid for its energy sector. The Netherlands adds €23M, raising its 2026 total to €133M. Ireland contributes €25M next week, and Azerbaijan, Slovakia, and Czechia are sending energy equipment and supplies. #Ukraine
January 20, 2026 at 6:54 PM
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Zelensky said Ukraine produces 1,000 interceptor drones daily but needs more operators. Russia fires about 350 Shaheds per day and increases missile use with foreign help. Ukraine spent €80M on air defense today and received new Patriot and NASAMS supplies. #Ukraine
January 20, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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🚀 The first European micro-missile Mark 1 has shown the ability to intercept Shahed-type drones, - Militarnyi

It is expected that these missiles will be sent to Ukraine for testing.

The micro-missile caught up with the target drone at high subsonic speeds (over 1,000 km/h) and hit it.
January 20, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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*DANISH PENSION FUND AKADEMIKERPENSION TO EXIT US TREASURIES
January 20, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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🇺🇦🦅 Ukraine is preparing its own analogue of Mavic!

❗️Fedorov: "Ukraine is actively working to reduce dependence on Chinese drones. This month we are testing a certain solution. We will have our own analogue of Mavic - the camera is the same, but the flight distance is longer."
January 20, 2026 at 12:33 PM