Monumental, a pioneering startup in the construction technology space, has recently secured a $25 million investment to boost its impact on European construction sites. The company, co-founded by tech entrepreneurs Salar al Khafaji and Sebastiaan Visser, is riding the wave of automation with its ground-breaking robotic bricklaying technology. Monumental aims to not only escalate the…
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Canada’s Defense Ministry has made a significant move to aid Ukraine in strengthening its military capabilities by assigning 44 million Canadian dollars to advance the formation of Ukraine’s F-16 fighter jet squadron. The Defense Minister’s announcement, dated February 14, came amidst a gathering of international defense leaders, indicating a firm stance in support of Ukraine…
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In a crucial move to back Ukraine amidst ongoing conflicts, Canada has put forth an additional $60 million to aid in training Ukrainian pilots. This effort comes in tandem with contributions from allies and aims to fortify Ukraine’s defense capabilities, particularly in operating F-16 fighter jets which have been donated by Norway, Denmark, and the…
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In a groundbreaking legal move, a Dutch court has ordered an immediate halt to the export of components for the F-35 stealth fighter jet to Israel, citing potential violations of international humanitarian law given Israel’s military operations in the Gaza strip. The Netherlands, a key player in the F-35 program, is challenging the ruling to…
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**Summary: A Dutch appeals court has ruled against the continued export of F-35 fighter components to Israel, highlighting the potential violation of international law given the recent conflict in Gaza. This decision contrasts with the initial stance of both the Dutch lower court and U.S. District Court that foreign policy is generally beyond judicial challenge.…
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As Ukraine faces the ongoing conflict with Russia, Western allies are stepping up support by providing Kyiv with F-16 Fighting Falcon jets, a significant addition to its military capabilities. The commitment includes aircraft from Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway, alongside comprehensive pilot training programs taking place in the United States, UK, Romania, and Denmark.…
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Summary: A landmark ruling by the Hague Court of Appeal in the Netherlands has mandated the cessation of Dutch exports of F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel, marking a significant triumph for anti-war activists. This decision underscores international legal concerns regarding the use of these components in the bombing of Gaza. The Dutch government plans…
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In a landmark decision, The Hague’s Appeals Court has directed the Dutch government to stop the exportation of components for F-35 fighter bombers to Israel. This notable judgment overturns a previous ruling from December 15 by the District Court of The Hague, which had dismissed a case by three Dutch human rights groups aiming to…
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Summary: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has conducted a missile test that simulated an attack on an Israeli airbase housing F-35 jets, seen as a significant flexing of military capabilities at a time when the global supply of F-35 parts faces scrutiny and legal challenges due to Israel’s use of the fighter jet in Gaza.…
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In a landmark ruling, the Dutch Court of Appeal has mandated an immediate cessation of F-35 aircraft part exports to Israel, citing potential breaches of humanitarian law. This legal pronouncement comes after a trio of organizations—Oxfam Novib, Peace Movement PAX Netherlands, and The Rights Forum—challenged the Dutch government’s export permits. These parts are integral to…
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