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Defence Minister

Zelenskyy secures air defence assistance after meeting Norwegian PM

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre about bolstering Ukraine's air defenses, after which he stated that "Norway is ready to help."

03 Jun 2026-23:03
Why did Bolivia's defence minister resign? Understanding the political crisis behind Marcelo Salinas' departure

The resignation of Bolivia's Defence Minister Marcelo Salinas comes at a critical moment for the South American nation, which is grappling with weeks of anti government protests, economic tensions and a growing political confrontation between the administration of President Rodrigo Paz and opposition groups linked to former President Evo Morales.

03 Jun 2026-04:33
Bolivia's defence minister Salinas resigns

Bolivian defence minister Marcelo Salinas resigned on Tuesday, a ministry source ‌told Reuters, following weeks of social unrest and mass protests which have blocked streets in major cities over the last month.

03 Jun 2026-04:18
Azerbaijan defence minister, Georgia PM discuss cooperation in Tbilisi

Azerbaijan’s Minister of Defence Zakir Hasanov met Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in Tbilisi on Monday to discuss prospects for developing defence cooperation between the two countries.

01 Jun 2026-13:13
China built an arms empire. Now India wants its own

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s statement that India could become the world’s largest arms exporter within the next 25–30 years is more than a bold political slogan. It signals a deeper transformation in India’s foreign and industrial policy.

24 May 2026-11:11
Estonia says Nato jet shot down drone over its territory

Estonia has said a Nato fighter jet shot down a drone, which it suspects was a Ukrainian projectile knocked off course by Russian electronic jamming, over its territory.

19 May 2026-23:34
Eurovision sparks political clash as Israeli defence minister reacts to European boycotts

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has reacted to the results of the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna by congratulating Israeli performer Noam Bettan for finishing second, while also criticising several European countries that protested Israel’s participation.

17 May 2026-10:19
Mali junta leader appoints himself defence minister after predecessor killed

Mali's military leader, Gen. Assimi Goïta, has assumed the role of defense minister following the death of the previous officeholder in a series of unexpected attacks.

04 May 2026-22:19
Russia pledges continued support for Iran’s sovereignty

Russia’s Defence Minister Andrey Belousov has said Moscow fully supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iran, adding that this backing will continue in the future.

28 Apr 2026-15:26
Azerbaijan, Italy discuss expansion of defence cooperation in Rome

Azerbaijan’s Defence Minister Zakir Hasanov met with his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto in Rome on Monday to discuss the strategic partnership between the two countries and its prospects.

28 Apr 2026-13:40