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Order of White Eagle
Poland’s highest order, the Order of the White Eagle, has a rich history dating back to its official institution on November 1, 1705, by Augustus II the Strong, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony. Originally bestowed on only eight ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News • International / World Current Affairs
Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has raised concerns over Ukraine’s security and stability. The United States has pledged significant military aid to Ukraine to help them defend themselves against Russian aggression. One such initiative is the Ukraine Security ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Finland’s NATO Membership
On April 4 this year, Finland officially became a member of the NATO, marking a definitive shift in Europe’s post-World War II alignment and isolating Russia further. The move ends over 70 years of military non-alignment for the small Nordic ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Challenger 2 Tank: An Overview
Recently, the UK announced that it would be sending a squadron of Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine to aid in the country’s fight against Russian aggression. This move comes at a time when Ukraine faces increasing hostility from Russia, and ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Operation Interflex
On June 27, 2022, Operation Interflex began, which involves the United Kingdom (U.K.) and several other countries training nearly 2,000 Ukraine military recruits for five weeks. This initiative is part of the U.K.’s £2.3 billion commitment towards military aid and ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Tactical Nuclear Weapons
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement that he would station tactical nuclear weapons (TNWs) in Belarus has raised concerns about increased risks of nuclear conflict. As Belarus is a neighbor to NATO member countries, stationing nuclear weapons there has the potential ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs