Global Military Spending Surges to $2 Trillion in 2023
Global military spending reached $2 trillion in 2023, driven by conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, with US companies dominating the market and smaller arms producers demonstrating greater adaptability to surging demand.
Global Military Spending Surges to $2 Trillion in 2023
Global military spending reached $2 trillion in 2023, driven by conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, with US companies dominating the market and smaller arms producers demonstrating greater adaptability to surging demand.
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Russia's 2025 Budget: Military Spending Soars Amidst Ruble Devaluation
Russia's 2025 budget allocates over $145 billion to military spending, exceeding combined spending on education, healthcare, and the national economy; this comes amid a weakening ruble and ongoing war in Ukraine.
Russia's 2025 Budget: Military Spending Soars Amidst Ruble Devaluation
Russia's 2025 budget allocates over $145 billion to military spending, exceeding combined spending on education, healthcare, and the national economy; this comes amid a weakening ruble and ongoing war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
American Soldier Confirmed Dead in Hamas Attack
American-Israeli soldier Omer Neutra, 21, initially believed held hostage by Hamas, was confirmed dead on October 9th, 2023, among approximately 1,200 Israelis killed in the October 7th attack; his body remains in Gaza.
American Soldier Confirmed Dead in Hamas Attack
American-Israeli soldier Omer Neutra, 21, initially believed held hostage by Hamas, was confirmed dead on October 9th, 2023, among approximately 1,200 Israelis killed in the October 7th attack; his body remains in Gaza.
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48% Bias Score
Turkish Arms Sales Surge 24% in 2023
According to SIPRI, Turkish arms manufacturers Aselsan, Baykar, and TUSAŞ saw a combined revenue increase of 24% to $6 billion in 2023, driven by domestic demand and exports related to the war in Ukraine.
Turkish Arms Sales Surge 24% in 2023
According to SIPRI, Turkish arms manufacturers Aselsan, Baykar, and TUSAŞ saw a combined revenue increase of 24% to $6 billion in 2023, driven by domestic demand and exports related to the war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion Amidst Ukraine War and East Asia Tensions
Global arms sales reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase fueled by the war in Ukraine and heightened East Asian tensions; Russian manufacturers saw a 40% surge, while European growth varied widely.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion Amidst Ukraine War and East Asia Tensions
Global arms sales reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase fueled by the war in Ukraine and heightened East Asian tensions; Russian manufacturers saw a 40% surge, while European growth varied widely.
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36% Bias Score
Russia's Anti-Satellite Weapon Development Fuels Space Arms Race Fears
Amid rising tensions, Russia's suspected development of a powerful anti-satellite weapon, potentially nuclear, raises serious national security concerns, contradicting Putin's earlier denials and highlighting the risks of an arms race in space.
Russia's Anti-Satellite Weapon Development Fuels Space Arms Race Fears
Amid rising tensions, Russia's suspected development of a powerful anti-satellite weapon, potentially nuclear, raises serious national security concerns, contradicting Putin's earlier denials and highlighting the risks of an arms race in space.
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American-Israeli Hostage Omer Neutra Confirmed Dead in Gaza
American-Israeli citizen Omer Neutra, 21, an IDF tank platoon commander, was killed during the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack; his body remains in Gaza, raising the confirmed death toll of hostages to at least 37, prompting grief and raising questions about intelligence and future conflict resolution.
American-Israeli Hostage Omer Neutra Confirmed Dead in Gaza
American-Israeli citizen Omer Neutra, 21, an IDF tank platoon commander, was killed during the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack; his body remains in Gaza, raising the confirmed death toll of hostages to at least 37, prompting grief and raising questions about intelligence and future conflict resolution.
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44% Bias Score
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
The top 100 global arms companies generated $632 billion in revenue in 2023, a 4.2% increase, primarily due to conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, East Asia tensions, and global military modernization; US companies dominated, but faced supply chain issues; European growth was slower.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
The top 100 global arms companies generated $632 billion in revenue in 2023, a 4.2% increase, primarily due to conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, East Asia tensions, and global military modernization; US companies dominated, but faced supply chain issues; European growth was slower.
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40% Bias Score
Helsing's Mass-Produced AI Drone Bolsters Ukraine's Defense
Helsing, a European AI startup, has mass-produced its HX-2 intelligent strike drone for Ukraine, providing a crucial advantage in the conflict with a range of 100 kilometers and the ability to operate effectively even in jammed environments, potentially producing thousands monthly.
Helsing's Mass-Produced AI Drone Bolsters Ukraine's Defense
Helsing, a European AI startup, has mass-produced its HX-2 intelligent strike drone for Ukraine, providing a crucial advantage in the conflict with a range of 100 kilometers and the ability to operate effectively even in jammed environments, potentially producing thousands monthly.
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Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
Global arms sales by the top 100 producers reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the war in Ukraine and increased demand, with Russian companies showing the largest growth (40%) and European companies overcoming supply chain issues.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
Global arms sales by the top 100 producers reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the war in Ukraine and increased demand, with Russian companies showing the largest growth (40%) and European companies overcoming supply chain issues.
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36% Bias Score
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
Global arms sales reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the Ukraine war, East Asia tensions, and the Gaza conflict; Russian firms saw a 40% surge, while German firms rose by 7.5%, contrasting with overall slow European growth at 0.2%.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
Global arms sales reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the Ukraine war, East Asia tensions, and the Gaza conflict; Russian firms saw a 40% surge, while German firms rose by 7.5%, contrasting with overall slow European growth at 0.2%.
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44% Bias Score
Hezbollah Weakened After Ceasefire with Israel
Following a year-long conflict, Hezbollah and Israel reached a ceasefire, leaving Hezbollah significantly weakened due to heavy losses of fighters and infrastructure, despite continuing its political and social presence in Lebanon.
Hezbollah Weakened After Ceasefire with Israel
Following a year-long conflict, Hezbollah and Israel reached a ceasefire, leaving Hezbollah significantly weakened due to heavy losses of fighters and infrastructure, despite continuing its political and social presence in Lebanon.
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48% Bias Score