Japan expands defence equipment transfer policy as regional coalitions deepen
Japan has said it will broaden the transfer of defence equipment to selected partners, in a move that reflects growing efforts by US allies in Asia to build closer middle-power coalitions.The policy shift was confirmed by Japan's cabinet chief, Minoru Kihara, who said it was intended to safeguard Japan's security and contribute to peace and stability in the region.Under the new approach, Tokyo will still avoid sending armaments to countries engaged in conflict.The change means as many as 17 major defence partners can now benefit from Japanese military technology.Japan had previously limited exports under its post-war pacifist constitution to non-lethal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 May 2026 00:02 LONDON
EU adopts EUR 15 million EPF assistance measure to support Senegal's armed forces
The Council of the European Union has adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility in support of the Armed Forces of Senegal. The measure is framed within the Yaoundé Architecture and is aimed at protecting Senegal's sovereignty at sea and improving regional maritime security. The EU said the package is worth EUR 15 million over 36 months. It will provide key non-lethal equipment to strengthen the capabilities of the National Navy of Senegal. The listed support areas are naval operations, naval education, and naval command support. The measure is also intended to reinforce Senegal's cooperation with EU member... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 19:30 LONDON
Clandestine Starlink network smuggles internet access into Iran during blackout
A clandestine network is smuggling Starlink satellite internet equipment into Iran as the country endures a national internet blackout that has lasted for more than two months.The operation is being carried out by Iranians outside the country, according to a man identified as Sahand, whose name has been changed.He said the terminals and routers are bought abroad and moved through borders in a "very complex operation".Sahand said he has sent a dozen devices into Iran since January and that the network is looking for more ways to move equipment in.He said the aim is to help at least one more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 May 2026 00:59 LONDON
