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Amid fears Iran may develop nukes, Israel draws plans to strike nuclear facilities: Report
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Amid fears Iran may develop nukes, Israel draws plans to strike nuclear facilities: Report

Firstpost  

Amid fears that Iran may resort to developing a nuclear weapon to rebuild deterrence in the region, the Israeli military is continuing its readiness and preparations for potential attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities, according to a report Rewriting the rules of engagement is challenging, but undoubtedly both Iran and Israel have made a symbolic statement and managed the escalation cycle …

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Iran rebukes G7 statement over its nuclear programme escalation
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Iran rebukes G7 statement over its nuclear programme escalation

The Hindu  

Iran called upon the Group of Seven on June 16 to distance itself from "destructive policies of the past", the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani said, referring to a G7 statement condemning Iran's recent nuclear programme escalation. On June 14, the G7 warned Iran against advancing its nuclear enrichment programme and said they would be ready to enforce new …

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Can Iran develop nuclear weapons amid escalating tension in the Middle East?
11 months, 1 week ago

Can Iran develop nuclear weapons amid escalating tension in the Middle East?

Hindustan Times  

As its 2015 nuclear deal with major powers has eroded over the years, Iran has expanded and accelerated its nuclear programme, reducing the time it would need to build a nuclear bomb if it chose to, though it denies wanting to. The United States said at the time that a main aim was to increase the time Iran would need …

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US imposes sanctions on three Chinese companies for supplying items for Pakistan's missile programme
1 year, 5 months ago

US imposes sanctions on three Chinese companies for supplying items for Pakistan's missile programme

India TV News  

The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on three China-based companies for supplying missile-applicable items to Pakistan's ballistic missile programme, as part of efforts to strengthen the global non-proliferation regime. The General Technology Limited, Beijing Luo Luo Technology Development Co Ltd, and Changzhou Utek Composite Company Ltd have been sanctioned for "having engaged, or attempted to engage, in activities or …

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Stay Away: Why US, Japan, South Korea want the world to strictly ban North Korean workers
1 year, 11 months ago

Stay Away: Why US, Japan, South Korea want the world to strictly ban North Korean workers

Firstpost  

The United States and its allies South Korea and Japan want the international community to bolster its efforts to ban North Korean workers. The development comes as top South Korean, US and Japanese nuclear envoys met in Seoul on Friday to deliberate on how to cope with North Korea’s growing nuclear arsenal, reported Associated Press. In a joint statement, the …

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UN says not aware of biological weapons programme in Ukraine
3 years ago

UN says not aware of biological weapons programme in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

US envoy to UN rejects Moscow’s unproven claims that Ukraine is operating biological weapons labs with US support. Izumi Nakamitsu, the UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, told the 15-member council that the UN is “not aware of any biological weapons programmes” in Ukraine. The Russian ambassador to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, said during Friday’s UN Security Council meeting that …

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Iran could pursue nuclear arms, intelligence chief warns
4 years, 1 month ago

Iran could pursue nuclear arms, intelligence chief warns

Al Jazeera  

Mahmoud Alavi says Iran could reverse course of nuclear programme if the country is ‘cornered’. Iran’s intelligence minister has warned that his country could push for a nuclear weapon if harsh international sanctions on Tehran remain in place, state television reported. In 2018, US President Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew the United States from a nuclear deal signed between Iran and …

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India's A-SAT programme born in response to China's growing space capabilities: Understanding Mission Shakti
6 years ago

India's A-SAT programme born in response to China's growing space capabilities: Understanding Mission Shakti

Firstpost  

New Delhi’s A-SAT programme was born in response to China’s growing capabilities — in turn, driven by that country’s efforts to counter the United States’ supremacy in space. In essence, China sought to show it could cripple the satellite networks on which the United States’ military command-and-control capabilities rest. Last year’s Worldwide Threat Assessment, released by the United States’ Director …

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North Korea, South Korea and the Trump-Kim summit
6 years, 10 months ago

North Korea, South Korea and the Trump-Kim summit

Al Jazeera  

The summit is scheduled for June 12, but could it fail? Libya and North Korea: Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi had a nuclear weapons programme, which he decided to scrap in 2003 in exchange for economic benefits after lengthy negotiations with the US. Kim Jong-un took power just weeks after Gaddafi’s violent death, and North Korea has frequently used Gaddafi’s death …

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CIA concerned about potential contacts between extremists, Pakistan nuclear scientists
6 years, 10 months ago

CIA concerned about potential contacts between extremists, Pakistan nuclear scientists

Hindustan Times  

The CIA continues to be very concerned about the potential connection between extremist groups and Pakistani nuclear scientists and is very closely monitoring this, a top official from the spy agency has told lawmakers. Central Intelligence Agency acting Director Gina Haspel testifies before the Senate Intelligence Committee during her confirmation hearing to become the next CIA director in the Hart …

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North Korea vows to boost weapons programme to counter 'evil' UN sanctions
7 years, 6 months ago

North Korea vows to boost weapons programme to counter 'evil' UN sanctions

Firstpost  

North Korea vowed on Wednesday to accelerate its weapons programmes in response to “evil” sanctions imposed by the UN Security Council following its latest and most powerful nuclear test. Seoul: North Korea vowed on Wednesday to accelerate its weapons programmes in response to “evil” sanctions imposed by the UN Security Council following its latest and most powerful nuclear test. But …

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Hu calls for early resumption of DPRK talks
18 years, 4 months ago

Hu calls for early resumption of DPRK talks

China Daily  

By Sun Shangwu Updated: 2006-11-17 19:16 The nuclear test conducted by Pyongyang drew international condemnation. ROK said on Thursday that it will vote for a United Nations resolution condemning DPRK for human rights abuses when a ballot is held in New York. Pyongyang made clear on Friday it had no intention of scrapping its nuclear weapons programme unless the United …

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The LCA puzzle
19 years, 8 months ago

The LCA puzzle

The Hindu  

Doubts have been raised about the LCA project's future after indications came from the IAF that it may consider halving the number of aircraft of the type it will place an order for now. Tejas is meant to be a fly-by-wire multi-role supersonic advanced fighter that will replace the IAF's ageing MiG-21 fleet, but doubts have cropped up following indications …

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