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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1923, Richard Pipes, Polish-American historian and academic (died 2018) was born. In 1933, Frank Kelso, American admiral and politician, United States Secretary of the Navy (died 2013) was born. In 1943, World War II: Allied invasion of Sicily: German and Italian troops launch a counter-attack on Allied forces in Sicily. In 1950, Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank. In 1962, Project Apollo: At a press conference, NASA announces lunar orbit rendezvous as the means to land astronauts on the Moon, and return them to Earth. In 1968, Michael Geist, Canadian journalist and academic was born. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2011, Ninety-eight containers of explosives self-detonate killing 13 people in Zygi, Cyprus. In 2021, Richard Branson becomes the first civilian to be launched into space via his Virgin Galactic spacecraft. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
LIVE: Keynote speeches at 2026 NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum
Watch live coverage of the NATO Defense Industry Forum where weapons deals are being announced in an attempt to convince U.S. President Donald Trump that the members of the military alliance are stepping up defense spending. #nato #live
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The Week
· Jul 6, 2026
Nato summit: the most consequential in a generation?
Nato summit: the most consequential in a generation?
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 8, 2026
President Erdogan says NATO summit 'successfully' concluded, highlights Türkiye's defense capabilities
'This historic summit, which we hosted at a time when Euro-Atlantic security is being tested, has been conducted in a manner that will shape our common future,' Erdogan says
GovCon Wire
· Jun 25, 2026
Navy’s Information Leader Vice Adm. Michael Vernazza to Keynote 2026 Navy Summit
,Vice Adm. Michael Vernazza, NAVIFOR commander, will keynote the 2026 Navy Summit on Aug. 27 Keynote topics may include IW as a warfighting domain, Navy organizational shifts, MOC modernization, and China’s military activities in the Pacific Join Vernazza and other Navy leaders at the 2026 Navy Summit on Aug. 27 at Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
Associated Press
· Jul 7, 2026
LIVE: Defense deals are announced at NATO summit ahead of Trump's arrival
Watch live coverage of the NATO Defense Industry Forum where weapons deals are being announced in an attempt to convince U.S. President Donald Trump that the members of the military alliance are stepping up defense spending. #nato #live
Foreign Policy
· Jul 6, 2026
What to Expect at the 2026 NATO Summit
It’s a precarious time for the world’s largest military alliance.
BERNAMA
· Jul 8, 2026
World : NATO Defense Spending Projected To Top US$1.8 Trillion In 2026
World : NATO Defense Spending Projected To Top US$1.8 Trillion In 2026
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Related coverage for "LIVE: Keynote speeches at 2026 NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum": The Week — Nato summit: the most consequential in a generation? . Anadolu Agency — President Erdogan says NATO summit 'successfully' concluded, highlights Türkiye's defense capabilities. GovCon Wire — Navy’s Information Leader Vice Adm. Michael Vernazza to Keynote 2026 Navy Summit. Associated Press — LIVE: Defense deals are announced at NATO summit ahead of Trump's arrival. Foreign Policy — What to Expect at the 2026 NATO Summit. BERNAMA — World : NATO Defense Spending Projected To Top US$1.8 Trillion In 2026