North Korea's Foreign Ministry condemned the US approval of an arms sale to South Korea, warning it will escalate tensions on the Korean Peninsula. A ministry official stated that Washington's arms exports are war exports and vowed to strengthen Pyongyang's self-defense deterrence.
Poland signed 29 arms purchase contracts worth approximately 32.8 trillion won (79 billion zloty) just one day after receiving its first loan from the EU's Security Action For Europe (SAFE) program. The deals, signed with domestic firms including PGZ and Dezamet, cover infantry fighting vehicles, rocket systems, and self-propelled howitzer support vehicles, with some based on South Korean technology.
Armenia is bolstering its defense cooperation with India, seeking advanced weapon systems and training to counter threats from Azerbaijan, which is supported by Pakistan and Turkey. Recent high-level visits and significant arms deals, including Akash missiles and Pinaka rockets, highlight this growing partnership.
Taiwan's Defense Minister Gu Lixiong expressed cautious optimism regarding a $14 billion US arms sale, which was reportedly paused due to the Iran conflict. US officials stated President Trump will make a decision soon, reaffirming commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act.
North Korea's Kim Jong-un ordered border defense buildup, U-17 women's football team received a welcome after AFC win, and Pyongyang criticized US arms sales to Seoul, vowing to bolster military deterrent.
Taiwanese lawmakers are urging the US to fulfill its arms deal obligations, following reports of a suspended $14 billion sale and President Trump's comments on using arms sales as leverage. They call for adherence to the Taiwan Relations Act and express concern over remarks demeaning Taiwan's chip industry.
Taiwan's government is unsettled by Donald Trump's comments on arms sales and independence, which China is exploiting. Experts caution against overinterpreting remarks, emphasizing adherence to long-standing US policy.
Milorad Dodik claims Ukraine's Zelensky attempted to buy $400M in weapons from Bosnian Muslims, who agreed but failed to deliver after receiving an advance, now facing legal action.
The Czech Republic is continuing to coordinate artillery shell purchases for Ukraine funded by Western countries through a network of clandestine contacts in third nations, involving diplomats and arms dealers with complex supply routes. Prime Minister Andrej Babis has reversed his campaign pledge to stop the Czech ammunition initiative, stating it will continue without using Czech taxpayer money.
Pakistan has halted a $1.5 billion weapons and fighter jet deal with Sudan following Saudi Arabia's request to terminate the arrangement and withdraw financing. This development occurs amidst Sudan's ongoing conflict and intensifies regional rivalries, with Saudi Arabia previously brokering the deal.
