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Briefing: New forensic tool provides intelligence to link serial killer victims by analyzing facial similarities

Strategic angle: Researchers at Murdoch University have developed a forensic intelligence tool to help police link victims of serial offenders through facial analysis.

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Pete Hegseth's Broker Attempted Defense Investments Before Iran War

Financial Times reports on controversial investment moves amid rising tensions.

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Ukraine signs 10-year defence deal with arms producer Bulgaria, Zelenskyy says

The agreement with Bulgaria comes hot on the heels of a raft of similar deals Zelenskyy inked with partners in the Gulf.

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IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri Killed in Operation, Israel Claims

The death of Tangsiri highlights escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route.

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Briefing: Zelensky hails 'historic' defence agreements with Gulf states

Strategic angle: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces significant defense partnerships with Middle Eastern nations amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Briefing: US not 'postured' for another Iraq 2003: Iran maintains vast, 'high-quality military capability'

Strategic angle: An analysis of the military dynamics between the US and Iran reveals significant operational capabilities.

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Briefing: Thousands of Lebanese trapped behind Israeli frontlines rely on humanitarian aid

Strategic angle: The humanitarian crisis in Southern Lebanon is reaching a breaking point as evacuation orders and military expansions complicate the situation.

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Briefing: New Israeli defence budget 'another indication of breach between people and government'

Strategic angle: Israel’s parliament passed its annual budget, raising concerns about the disconnect between the government and its citizens.

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Israel army reports war's first missile attack from Yemen

Yemen's Houthi movement threatens military intervention amid escalating conflict.

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Briefing: Iran war: Israel approves billions in new military funds

Strategic angle: Israel's new, defense-heavy budget comes as its forces fight Iran and the Lebanese Hezbollah militia, while also pursuing operations in Gaza.

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Briefing: Taipower files No. 3 nuclear power plant restart plan, launches safety inspections with Westinghouse

Strategic angle: Taipower initiates a plan to restart its No. 3 nuclear power plant, collaborating with Westinghouse for safety inspections.

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Briefing: Iran Turning Nuclear Ambiguity Into A Wartime Weapon

Strategic angle: Exploring how Iran's nuclear strategy is evolving amidst geopolitical tensions.

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Briefing: AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) Secures $117M US Army UAV Contract Following $97M Contract

Strategic angle: AeroVironment continues to strengthen its position in the defense sector with a new contract from the US Army.

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Briefing: NIQ Global Intelligence (NIQ) Launches Packaging Strategic Planner Global (SPG) Solution to Streamline Packaging Tracking Process

Strategic angle: NIQ introduces a new solution aimed at enhancing the efficiency of packaging tracking.

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Iran Launches Strikes on Israel and Gulf Sites

Iran's Revolutionary Guards conducted missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and US-linked military facilities across the Gulf.

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Briefing: Pentagon Preparing for Weeks of Ground Operations in Iran

Strategic angle: Washington Post reports on the Pentagon's plans for extended military action.

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Two humanitarian aid boats heading to Cuba have gone missing, Mexico says

Navy searching for two boats that left Isla Mujeres last week bound for Havana with nine crew members of different nationalities on board.

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Briefing: Zelenskyy visits Doha as Ukraine, Qatar sign defense pact

Strategic angle: Ukraine and Qatar have agreed to cooperate on high-tech projects and share battlefield expertise on countering missile and drone threats.

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Briefing: Israel assesses damage after missile strike near Jerusalem

Strategic angle: An Iranian ballistic missile hit Eshtaol near Jerusalem on Saturday, injuring residents and damaging homes, vehicles, and nearby structures as the regional war entered its second month.

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Briefing: Rosatom Reports Deteriorating Situation at Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant

Strategic angle: Concerns rise as operational issues escalate at the facility.