Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1551, John Wallop, English soldier and diplomat (born 1490) passed away. In 1586, Anglo-Spanish War: A convoy of English ships from the Levant Company manage to repel a fleet of eleven Spanish and Maltese galleys off the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria. In 1831, Regulamentul Organic, a quasi-constitutional organic law is adopted in Wallachia, one of the two Danubian Principalities that were to become the basis of Romania. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1922, Helmy Afify Abd El-Bar, Egyptian military commander (died 2011) was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1995, Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on STS-70 to deploy the TDRS-7 satellite. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2012, Jerzy Kulej, Polish boxer and politician (born 1940) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

EU reaffirms commitment to strengthening partnership with Gulf states, support for two-state solution

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July 13, 2026

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Radio New Zealand

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· Jul 11, 2026

Luxon and Modi agree on partnership with trade and maritime security ambitions

The strategic partnership featured several commitments including doubling trade and bolstering maritime security by 2030.

TASS

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· Jul 8, 2026

Seoul believes integration with NATO's defense industry to do no harm to ties with Moscow

An official clarified that this is done in the framework of strengthening cooperation with foreign partners

Eunews

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· Jun 23, 2026

EU and Kazakhstan strengthen their strategic partnership; von der Leyen: “The country is a gateway to the world”

The two sides have signed a joint strategic declaration to strengthen “the investment climate and step up cooperation in strategic sectors, in particular critical raw materials, energy, transport, digitalisation, and emerging technologies”

The Tribune

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· Jun 26, 2026

US, GCC reaffirm strategic ties, call for Iran nuclear curbs and Gaza reconstruction

The United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Thursday (local time) reaffirmed their strategic partnership at a ministerial meeting in Bahrain's Manama, underscoring their commitment to regional security, diplomacy with Iran, stability in Syria and Lebanon, and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.

Anadolu Agency

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· Jun 29, 2026

France, Oman to cooperate on Middle East de-escalation, Macron says

'We have decided to cooperate jointly, alongside our partners, on mine clearance in the strait to secure maritime routes,' French president notes

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 8, 2026

NATO reaffirms ‘ironclad’ joint defense in Ankara declaration

A joint declaration by members of NATO after the alliance’s summit in Ankara that concluded on Wednesday underlined commitment to joint defense and unveiled new defense procurement...

brazilnews.net

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· Jun 25, 2026

Europe, Brazil deepen strategic partnership in critical minerals, defence and technology

Sao Paulo [Brazil], June 25 (ANI): Brazil and the European Union have signalled a new phase in their relationship, with both sides seeking to expand cooperation beyond conventional trade into strategic sectors such as critical minerals, defence, digital infrastructure and advanced technologies, as reported by Brasil 247.The growing partnership was highlighted during the II European Union-Brazil Investment Forum

World Politics Review

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· Jul 9, 2026

NATO Reaffirms Defense Commitment

NATO reaffirms unity and Ukraine support while shifting toward greater European responsibility for the alliance’s defense. The post NATO Reaffirms Defense Commitment appeared first on World Politics Review.

Trend News Agency

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· Jul 1, 2026

We continue to work on a comprehensive cooperation agreement - Ursula von der Leyen (VIDEO)

We continue to work on a comprehensive cooperation agreement - Ursula von der Leyen (VIDEO)

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 27, 2026

EU and Ukraine Launch €343 Million Program to Boost Dual-Use Defense Technology

The European Commission and the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, in partnership with the governments of France and Finland, have officially finalized a series of strategic agreements aimed at rapidly expanding defense industrial capacities and dual-use technologies.

Atlantic Council

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· Jul 2, 2026

How NATO can strengthen the transatlantic defense industrial base in Ankara and beyond

It is critical to ensure that US and European efforts to strengthen their respective defense industrial bases are reinforcing and mutually beneficial. The post How NATO can strengthen the transatlantic defense industrial base in Ankara and beyond appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Le Monde

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· Jul 6, 2026

Politicial scientist Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer: 'The United States is grappling with strategic saturation'

According to the president of the German Marshall Fund, the US, who is engaged on multiple fronts, is renegotiating the transatlantic contract unilaterally by pressuring its European allies to take responsibility for their own security. This 'burden shifting' challenges Europe to coordinate the organization of its defense industries.

Libyan News Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

The 5+5 Joint Military Committee affirms its support for unifying the military institution

The 5+5 Joint Military Committee / Affirms / Support / Unifying / Military Institution

Qatar News Agency

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· Jun 25, 2026

US Secretary of State Affirms Washington's Commitment to Protecting Interests of its Gulf Allies

Manama, June 25 (QNA) US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio on Thursday affirmed the strength of the strategic partnership between his country and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, emphasizing the United States' commitment to protecting the interests of its Gulf allies in all ongoing negotiations with Iran, and to continuing joint efforts to enhance regional and international security, stability, and prosperity.

POLITICO

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· Jul 8, 2026

NATO allies reaffirm ‘ironclad’ collective defense commitment despite Trump threats

It's unclear, however, whether NATO allies will meet again next year.

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump’s tough love with NATO is paying off: military historian

Amid reports that the Europeans are at a “breaking point” with the United States as President Donald Trump cajoles and pressures them to spend more on mutual defense, the reality is that his strategy has worked, respected military historian Victor Davis Hanson tells Just the News. Ahead of a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit []...Click to read more

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 8, 2026

Nigeria Partners NESG to Boost Economic Diplomacy, Investment

The Nigerian Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) as part of efforts to advance economic diplomacy, attract foreign investment and drive sustainable national development. In a statement by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador [] The post Nigeria Partners NESG to Boost Economic Diplomacy, Investment appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 11, 2026

India, New Zealand eye strategic partnership; aim to double trade to ₹35,000 cr by 2030

The two countries have resolved in strategic partnership roadmap to work together on next steps for the India-New Zealand FTA to “ensure its early entry into force and effective implementation”

ANTARA News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Indonesia, Germany partner to expedite low-carbon transition

The Indonesian Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) is strengthening its partnership with the German ...

NDTV

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· Jun 24, 2026

'Trump, Modi's Trust Unlocks Unlimited Potential Between India, US'

Listing out the breadth of bilateral engagement, Gor said the two countries were now aligned across nearly every major sector.

Financial Times

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· Jul 5, 2026

The Europeanisation of Nato is ever more important

Transatlantic military alliance will be key to the continent’s future security

Defence Blog

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· Jul 7, 2026

Five NATO nations plan a Patriot missile repair hub inside Europe

The United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden signed a joint government-to-government agreement at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum in Ankara, Türkiye, on July 7 to explore building a dedicated PAC-3 missile maintenance facility somewhere in Europe, a move Lockheed Martin says would give NATO its first in-region repair and sustainment hub for []

Splash247

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· Jun 24, 2026

Petrobras eyes Gulf of Mexico opportunities through Pemex alliance

Brazilian and Mexican state-owned oil and gas companies, Petrobras and Pemex, have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish strategic and technical cooperation for the joint evaluation, development, and execution of hydrocarbon industry projects. The partnership includes developing opportunities in exploration and production and industrial processes, as well as exchanging experiences on the sector’s regulatory

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 11, 2026

Macron’s Damascus visit opens door to French investment in Syria - analysis

Banking assistance, transportation agreements, asset recovery, and corporate participation signal a shift from diplomatic outreach toward economic cooperation.

BERNAMA

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· Jul 3, 2026

General : Weststar-RTI Deal Boosts Malaysia's Sovereign Defence Capability

KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- A strategic partnership between Malaysia’s Weststar Defence Industries Sdn Bhd and Australia’s Rocket Technologies International Pty Ltd (RTI) will strengthen Malaysia's sovereign defence capability and advance its domestic defence industry, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said.

Proto Thema - English

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· Jul 7, 2026

Turkey and UK sign a defense agreement, modeled after the Greek-French one

According to Middle East Eye, like the Greek-French agreement, it includes a mutual defense assistance clause The post Turkey and UK sign a defense agreement, modeled after the Greek-French one appeared first on ProtoThema English.

ZNS Bahamas

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· Jun 30, 2026

Prime Minister Reaffirms The Bahamas’ Commitment to United Nations Partnership and Sustainable Development

Prime Minister the Hon. Philip E. Davis, K.C. reaffirmed The Bahamas’ enduring commitment to multilateralism and international cooperation during a meeting with United Nations Resident Coordinator Dennis Zulu as part of the Resident Coordinator’s official mission to The Bahamas. The meeting underscored the strong and longstanding partnership between The Bahamas and the United Nations as the country prepares to [] The post Prime Minister Reaffirms The Bahamas’ Commitment to United Nations Partnership and Sustainable Development appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 11, 2026

Malaysia, Finland perkukuh kerjasama pembangunan ekonomi kitaran, taman ekoindustri

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia dan Finland akan memperkukuh kerjasama dalam pembangunan ekonomi kitaran serta pembangunan taman ekoindustri bagi memacu pertumbuhan ekonomi yang lebih mampan dan berdaya saing. Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani berkata, perkara tersebut antara dibincangkan dalam kunjungan hormat Duta Besar Finland ke Malaysia, Anne Vasara. “Saya berbesar hati menerima ... Read more The post Malaysia, Finland perkukuh kerjasama pembangunan ekonomi kitaran, taman ekoindustri appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Malay Mail

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· Jul 8, 2026

Anwar: Malaysia, UAE to boost cooperation, discuss AI, defence and regional issues

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 — Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) remain committed to strengthening bilateral rel...

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