Defence minister

faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/nato-staaten-sagen-ukraine-weitere-systeme-zu-19666674.html

Apr 20

NATO states promise Ukraine additional systems: A video conference between NATO defense ministers and President Zelensky brings the breakthrough - even if this ...

Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.

He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.

Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.

These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.

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Apr 18

“Stop Killing Palestinian Children!”: Activists Disrupt Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Hearing

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Apr 19

Russia's Shoigu says tank production is booming: Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that the country was ramping up manufacturing of tanks and ...

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Apr 17

Pfizer news: Investigations against Ursula von der Leyen reach Bundestag: Opposition politicians in the Bundestag are calling for Germany to cooperate in the ...

berliner-zeitung.de/wirtschaft-verantwortung/pfizer-nachrichten-ermittlungen-gegen-ursula-von-der-leyen-erreichen-bundestag-li.2206864

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Apr 13

New procurement under high pressure: Germany delivers another Patriot system to Kiev

n-tv.de/politik/Deutschland-liefert-weiteres-Patriot-System-an-Kiew-article24871109.html

Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine

The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.

Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.

Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.

Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.

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Apr 19

"The blood of Palestinian children is on your hands!" At the European Defence and Security Summit on Wednesday, just as the European Commission ... Show more

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Apr 16

Austin speaks with Chinese counterpart in first at-length conversation since 2022

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Apr 19

Appropriations Committee in the United States, accusing him of lying to the nation about the situation in Gaza. The US Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin ... Show more

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Apr 09

Wider war in Europe ‘no longer a fantasy’, warns EU’s top diplomat: Josep Borrell says Russia threatens the continent beyond the conflict in Ukraine

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Apr 08

US, UK and Australia say Japan could join part of Aukus pact : Statement from security group members comes amid mounting focus on Chinese threat in Asia

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Quick Glance: US, Britain, Australia Consider Expanding AUKUS to Deter China

The U.S., Britain, and Australia are initiating talks to expand their AUKUS security pact, with a focus on involving Japan as a deterrent against China, according to the Financial Times.

The defense ministers will discuss 'Pillar Two' of the pact, aiming to jointly develop quantum computing, undersea, hypersonic, artificial intelligence, and cyber technology.

The U.S. is advocating for Japan's inclusion in the second pillar while ruling out expansion of the first pillar, which involves supplying nuclear-powered submarines to Australia.

Formed in 2021, the AUKUS pact aims to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The potential addition of Japan to Pillar Two is expected to be announced soon.

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Apr 14

Ursula von der Leyen has presided over the most transformative years of the European Union in recent memory. But after weathering a string of extraordinary ... Show more #EUelections

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Apr 16

Strack-Zimmermann in the ntv Frühstart: "One must not forget: Iran is a hollow barrel"

n-tv.de/mediathek/magazine/fruehstart/Man-darf-nicht-vergessen-Iran-ist-ein-hohles-Fass-article24876373.html

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Apr 19

🔴 The Pentagon says US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant and discussed efforts to maintain regional ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/israels-war-on-gaza-live-us-veto-at-un-unfair-unethical-pa-president

Quick Glance: Israeli Strike Damages Iranian Air Defense System Without Detection, Officials Say

An Israeli airstrike on Iran on Friday damaged an air defense system, according to Western and Iranian officials, and appeared calculated to deliver a message that Israel could bypass Iran’s defensive systems undetected and paralyze them.

The strike damaged a defensive battery near Natanz, a city in central Iran that is critical to the country’s nuclear weapons program, according to the officials.

The relatively limited scope of Israel’s strike and the muted response from Iranian officials, however, seem to have eased tensions.

It was confirmed that Israel had deployed aerial drones and at least one missile fired from a warplane, as stated by three Western and two Iranian officials.

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Apr 20

Limiting migration: Von der Leyen praises Finland's border closures: Helsinki has registered that Russia is smuggling refugees from the Middle East and Africa ...

n-tv.de/politik/Von-der-Leyen-lobt-Finnlands-Grenzschliessungen-article24887385.html

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Apr 09

🔴 “We don’t have evidence of that.” The US does not have evidence that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has told a ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/9/israels-war-on-gaza-live-rafah-threat-raises-questions-about-truce-talks

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Apr 09

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejects accusations Israel has committed genocide in Gaza

nbcnews.com/politics/congress/defense-secretary-lloyd-austin-rejects-accusations-israel-committed-ge-rcna147031

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Apr 13

Air defense system: Bundeswehr hands over another Patriot unit to Ukraine: Thanks to returns from repairs, the German Armed Forces can send Ukraine another unit ...

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Apr 10

“How many children have to die for you to be satisfied?” Palestine solidarity protesters in the US interrupted Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin during a ... Show more

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Apr 11

Now the EU public prosecutor's office is also investigating von der Leyen - and the German media is still silent - The World Week

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Apr 17

Mayen: Federal Minister of Defense Pistorius warns against disinformation from Russia

infranken.de/deutschland/mayen-bundesverteidigungsminister-pistorius-warnt-vor-desinformation-aus-russland-art-5858216

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Apr 09

Brigade permanently on site: Why the Bundeswehr is now stationing itself in Lithuania

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Apr 16

After criticism: Markus Pieper resigns from his post in Brussels: A majority in the EU Parliament suspected nepotism in Ursula von der Leyen's EU Commission ...

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Apr 09

Special assets: In three years the Bundeswehr will only have 309 euros left: The German Bundeswehr had received a special fund of 100 billion euros ...

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Apr 20

Defence minister considering Mapisa-Nqakula's request for legal assistance: Defence minister Thandi Modise says she has received a request by her predecessor ...

timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-04-19-defence-minister-considering-mapisa-nqakulas-request-for-legal-assistance/

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Apr 20

CDU campaign for the European elections: The lead candidate comes last: The European elections are approaching and the CDU has excellent prospects of becoming ...

n-tv.de/politik/Die-Spitzenkandidatin-kommt-zum-Schluss-article24886981.html

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South Korea, Romania pledge defence cooperation amid reports of contract in works

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Apr 10

US says ‘no evidence’ of Gaza genocide, but wants Israel to deliver on aid long-term

timesofisrael.com/us-says-no-evidence-of-gaza-genocide-but-wants-israel-to-deliver-on-aid-long-term/

Quick Glance: Overcoming Hamas Challenge Amid Israel's Approach to Victory

Despite the Israeli prime minister's assertion of being on the brink of defeating Hamas, indications suggest the cruel terror group will emerge undefeated.

Persistently emphasizing relentless pursuit of 'total victory,' Netanyahu's aspirations may not align with reality.

Hamas stands as a sophisticated underground organization - in the most literal and metaphorical sense.

Israel's failure to devise a post-war strategic plan for governing Gaza echoes the missteps of the Americans in Baghdad in 2003.

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Apr 09

Ministry of Defense: Pistorius replaces head of personnel department: The declining number of applicants is one of the biggest problems facing the Bundeswehr and ...

spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/verteidigungsministerium-boris-pistorius-loest-abteilungsleiter-fuer-personal-ab-a-12c9bddc-dbda-4d52-87cc-2757ef415c0f

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Apr 12

German Defence Minister compares Putin to Hitler: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has compared Putins war against Ukraine to Hitlers annexation of ...

pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/12/7450920/

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ZDF

channelnewsasia.com/world/us-china-defence-chiefs-first-talks-18-months-south-china-sea-taiwan-4269751

Apr 16

One of Copenhagen's most famous buildings has gone up in flames. Denmark's Minister of Defense Troels Lund Poulsen wrote on X: "Terrible pictures of the Børsen ... Show more #Kopenhagen #Dänemark #Börse #Brand #ZDFheute

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CNA Apr 17

US, China defence chiefs hold first talks in nearly 18 months: WASHINGTON: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun via ...

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Apr 19

Isolation from Russia: Finland is closing down: Is Russia deliberately sending migrants to Finland? Helsinki is worried about this and would like to deter ...

spiegel.de/ausland/migration-abschottung-von-russland-finnland-macht-dicht-a-5bdbce37-e4cd-4a9f-9f26-370e16fc23b5

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Apr 10

🪖European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has made defence a centrepiece of her campaign for a second term in office ... Show more #EUelections www.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/01/von-der-leyens-defence-union-dream-wont-come-easy-or-cheap

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Apr 15

Israel defense minister to Pentagon: We have no choice but to retaliate against Iran

axios.com/2024/04/15/israel-iran-attack-missiles-retaliation

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CNA Apr 18

China's Wang Yi seeks to boost ties with Indonesia in meetings with Jokowi, president-elect Prabowo

channelnewsasia.com/asia/chinas-wang-yi-seeks-boost-ties-indonesia-meetings-jokowi-president-elect-prabowo-4274581

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Apr 13

Ukraine's former defence minister Reznikov becomes head of Security and Defence Programmes in Institute of Future

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Apr 10

“I think what he is doing is a mistake. “I don’t agree with his approach,” Biden told US broadcaster Univision, referring to Netanyahu’s actions in the Gaza ... Show more

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Apr 11

EU Parliament delays approval of Council budget to press for military aid to Ukraine

politico.eu/article/eu-parliament-delays-approval-council-budget-press-military-aid-ukraine/

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6h

Biden says military aid on way to Ukraine after Senate approval: EU foreign and defence minister agree Ukraine needs better air defences but stop sort of ...

euronews.com/2024/04/23/biden-says-military-aid-on-way-to-ukraine-right-after-senate-approval

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Apr 20

“Can carry the Taurus”: Airbus demands commitment to new Eurofighters: Eurofighters and Tornados are currently in use by the German Air Force ...

n-tv.de/politik/Airbus-verlangt-Bekenntnis-zu-neuen-Eurofightern-article24888260.html

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Apr 17

China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months: Lloyd Austin and Dong Jun talk South China Sea, Taiwan, North Korea and Ukraine in ...

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Combustion engine phase-out in the EU from 2035: Now especially: According to the EU Court of Auditors, there is a “long and rocky road ahead” to the end of ...

sueddeutsche.de/meinung/verbrenner-aus-eu-2035-kommentar-1.6565229

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Apr 21

Ukraine aid package to make America more secure - Pentagon chief: U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has welcomed the adoption of a package of foreign aid ...

ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3854933-ukraine-aid-package-to-make-america-more-secure-pentagon-chief.html

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Der Spiegel (online)

spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/bundeskanzler-olaf-scholz-will-keinen-wehrdienst-wie-frueher-a-65f9577f-6e23-42a7-b29f-a4fcf9119759

Apr 09

Discussion round with newspaper readers: Chancellor does not want "military service like before"

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Apr 11

Simon Harris to raise Ireland’s intention to recognise Palestine with Von der Leyen

irishtimes.com/politics/2024/04/11/simon-harris-to-raise-irelands-intention-to-recognise-palestine-with-von-der-leyen/

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Apr 22

Indonesia Court Dismisses Appeal Against Prabowo’s Election Win: Indonesia’s Constitutional Court has ruled against a challenge filed by one of Prabowo ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/indonesia-court-dismisses-appeal-against-prabowo-s-election-win

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The Kyiv Independent

kyivindependent.com/us-defense-secretary-austin-ukraines-attacks-on-russian-oil-refineries-could-impact-global-energy-situation/

Apr 10

Austin: Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil could threaten global energy market

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Apr 11

Gallant tells US counterpart: Direct Iranian attack on Israel would demand fitting response

timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/gallant-tells-us-counterpart-direct-iranian-attack-on-israel-would-demand-fitting-response/

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Apr 22

Hannover Messe 2024 opens: energy transition as a central theme: The Hannover Messe 2024 is dedicated to the energy transition. Germany and Europe should also ...

heise.de/news/Hannover-Messe-2024-eroeffnet-Energiewende-als-zentrales-Thema-9692817.html

Quick Glance: Scholz: Strengthening Germany's Economic Position

Chancellor Olaf Scholz rebuts criticism from BDI President Russwurm and emphasizes the importance of strengthening Germany's economic position.

Scholz acknowledges the challenges of the past years but notes positive developments such as decreasing interest rates and energy prices, as well as measures to reduce bureaucracy.

The Hannover Messe is seen as an opportunity for new impulses in the energy transition and for enhancing the competitiveness of the German industry, with a focus on artificial intelligence and innovations.

IG Metall warns of deindustrialization and calls for investments to alleviate companies, while the Hannover Messe showcases over 4,000 companies presenting solutions for a sustainable industry.

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Apr 22

An Indonesian court on Monday (April 22) rejected challenges from both losing candidates seeking a re-run of February's presidential election and the ... Show more thestartv.com/c/news cutt.ly/TheStar fb.com/TheStarOnline

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ctvnews.ca

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Apr 20

2 Japanese navy helicopters carrying 8 crew believed crashed in Pacific, Defense Ministry says

Quick Glance: 8 crew missing after 2 Japanese navy helicopters crash

Two Japanese navy helicopters with eight crew members are believed to have crashed in the Pacific south of Tokyo, according to the Defence Minister.

The cause of the crash is unknown, but the focus is on the rescue operation.

The Navy deployed ships and aircraft to search and rescue the missing crew members.

The training on Saturday was solely for the Japanese navy and not part of a multinational exercise.

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Reuters

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Indonesia's biggest party confirms President Jokowi no longer a member after backing Prabowo

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Apr 06

#India will enter #Pakistan to eliminate anyone who escapes over the border after trying to carry out terrorist activities in the country ... Show more www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/pakistan-mein-ghus-kar-marenge-rajnath-singhs-stern-warning-to-terrorists-5-quotes-101712361540268.html

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PDI-P confirms Jokowi no longer a member after backing Prabowo - Politics - The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/23/pdi-p-confirms-jokowi-no-longer-a-member-after-backing-prabowo.html

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The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/opinion/2024/04/18/same-old-singapore.html

Apr 18

Same old Singapore - Editorial - The Jakarta Post: Same old Singapore - Editorial - The Jakarta Post

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Apr 12

Austin complains to Gallant U.S. didn’t get notice on Iran's consulate strike - report

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18h

Bundeswehr: What happens next with compulsory military service?: Boris Pistorius wants to go back to mustering young people in order to have enough soldiers for ...

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21h

Submarine christening in Kiel: Pistorius promises new orders to TKMS: One of the most modern submarines in the world was christened at TKMS on Monday morning: ...

kn-online.de/wirtschaft/regional/u-boot-taufe-in-kiel-pistorius-stellt-tkms-neue-auftraege-in-aussicht-E6PJDWWGRFGITLGNVHH3GQCI74.html

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Apr 21

Softening of the debt brake: Volker Wissing threatens to end the traffic light coalition

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Apr 18

Israel indicates delayed military response as Iran vows ‘massive’ retaliation: Israeli 'compromise' is still likely to continue the conflict ...

inews.co.uk/news/world/israel-delayed-military-response-iran-vows-massive-retaliation-3012058

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Apr 19

Prabowo holds meeting with China's Wang Yi - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/18/prabowo-holds-meeting-with-chinas-wang-yi.html

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Apr 18

Joel Embiid or Jalen Brunson, WHO YOU GOT? 🤔 Perk and Austin debate the two stars in Knicks vs. Sixers ⭐

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EU economy 'stronger than five years ago', von der Leyen tells parliament: Despite the "historic crises" of the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine ...

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Bundeswehr: Germany should go back to compulsory military service: Men and women should therefore be called upon to serve with weapons - or complete a compulsory ...

sueddeutsche.de/meinung/bundeswehr-wehrpflicht-pistorius-scholz-pflichtjahr-1.6564890

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Apr 20

Prabowo urges supporters to cancel today's court protest - Politics - The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/19/prabowo-urges-supporters-to-cancel-todays-court-protest.html

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Jokowi says transition to new government to begin soon - Politics - The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/23/jokowi-says-transition-to-new-government-to-begin-soon.html

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Euractiv

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Commission must act on critical raw materials strategy, say MEPs: Establishing a list of critical raw materials list to defend Europe’s security and ...

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The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/20/pro-prabowo-parties-jockey-over-cabinet-makeup.html

Apr 21

Pro-Prabowo parties jockey over cabinet makeup - Politics - The Jakarta Post: Pro-Prabowo parties jockey over cabinet makeup - Politics - The Jakarta Post

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Apr 22

Indonesia court rejects presidential election challenge: JAKARTA: Indonesia's constitutional court on Monday (April 22) rejected a challenge to the ...

thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/22/indonesia-court-rejects-presidential-election-challenge

businesspost.ie/analysis-opinion/lucinda-creighton-ursula-von-der-leyen-may-find-time-spent-wooing-the-left-coming-back-to-bite-her/

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Business Post

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Apr 22

Lucinda Creighton: Ursula Von der Leyen may find time spent wooing the left coming back to bite her

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Apr 22

Tenggara Backgrounder For or against a Prabowo presidency without opposition? Politicians capitalized on Idul Fitri holiday last week to embark on ... Show more www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2024/04/03/analysis-questions-raised-about-bsd-pik-following-inclusion-as-psns.html #tenggarabackgrounder #thebrief #PrabowoSubianto #MegawatiSoekarnoputri #Jokowi #PDIP #Gerindra

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CNA Apr 19

'Anies who?': Indonesia's Gerindra to pick new candidates for Jakarta governor, closing door on Prabowo's presidential rival

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Apr 21

Linda Reynolds, Janet Albrechtsen dine out after Lehrmann judgment: The former defence minister was spotted at dinner with the News Corp columnist ...

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The Jakarta Post

thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/19/chinas-top-diplomat-curries-favor-with-indonesia.html

Apr 20

China’s top diplomat curries favor with Indonesia - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post