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US helps Israel repel Iran’s missile and drone attack, G7 leaders to meet: Live updates
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
An Irish Liquidator Plays Cat and Mouse With Russian Jets: A Dublin court has ruled that the assets of a pair of Irish subsidiaries of a Moscow company are fair ...
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Recognize Palestine, Irish prime minister to tell EU leaders | DPA: Ireland's new prime minister said on Wednesday he will use his first EU summit in ...
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Saudi and Iranian Ministers Talk After Drone Attack on Israel
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Iran launches drone attack against Israel: Live updates: Iran launched drones toward Israel late Saturday, and the U.S. pledged support for Israel's defense ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
US slaps new sanctions on Iran’s drone program as Israel considers response to weekend attack
cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/us-sanctions-iran/
Global taxi software vendor exposes details of nearly 300K across UK and Ireland: High-profile individuals including MPs said to be caught up in leak
theregister.com/2024/04/11/icabbi_database_exposure/
Iran’s diplomats warn US ‘must stay away’ from Iran-Israel conflict: Iran’s diplomats warned the U.S. “must stay away” from the developing Iran-Israel “conflict” ...
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Poland Plans to Join Europe’s Iron Dome-Like Air Defense Plan: Poland plans to join a project to develop a European-wide air defense system to deter potential ...
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New border centres to hold migrants near airports: The new centres are part of the EU’s Migration and Asylum Pact and will fundamentally change the nature of ...
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Ireland, Spain, Norway moving closer to recognising a Palestinian state: Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says declarations on Palestine will be made “when the ...
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LIVE: View of Tel Aviv coastline after Iran launches drone attack: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Electric Saints batter the Bulls to set up Champions Cup semi-final against Leinster
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18 hurt, 1 critically, as Hezbollah drone hits community center in northern Israel
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UK's Cameron urges Israel not to retaliate against Iran: British Foreign Secretary David Cameron urged Israel not to retaliate after Iran's drone and missile ...
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Allies urge Israel to show restraint after Iranian attack: Israel faced growing pressure from allies on Monday to show restraint and avoid an escalation of ...
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Simon Harris Just Became Ireland’s Prime Minister. Who Is He?: After a swift political rise, Simon Harris, 37, was confirmed as Ireland’s premier ...
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Biden unlikely to cut Iran's oil lifeline after Israel attack: Iran's unprecedented missile and drone strike on Israel is unlikely to prompt dramatic sanctions ...
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Quick Glance: Iran's Oil Exports Thrive Amid Rising Tensions
- Iran is exporting more oil than in the past six years, providing the economy with a $35 billion annual boost, as western countries consider tightening sanctions in response to the attack on Israel.
- The US and the EU are preparing new sanctions on the Islamic republic to deter conflict escalation with Israel, facing challenges due to Iran's successful circumvention of sanctions, especially with China being its primary customer.
- Iran has found ways to bypass sanctions, shielded from western pressure as its main oil exports go to China. Tensions have escalated since the Hamas attack on Israel, driving oil prices up by over 15%, while US efforts to sanction individual tankers carrying Iranian oil have had minimal impact so far.
- Mounting Republican pressure urges the Biden administration to take tougher action on Iran's oil sales, with criticism over perceived leniency on existing measures. Despite US strategic oil reserves being released to stabilize prices, concerns remain over the administration's stance on enforcing sanctions similar to the previous Trump administration.
Red alert: Iran’s drone attack sets off red lines worldwide : This is an extraordinary overt operation from Teheran.
thehill.com/opinion/international/4592764-red-alert-irans-drone-attack-sets-off-red-lines-worldwide/
🔴 Live: EU to impose new sanctions on Iran drone, missile producers: European Union leaders agreed Wednesday to impose new sanctions on Iran's drone and missile ...
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Ireland will move to recognize Palestinian statehood: Minister: Ireland will move to recognize a Palestinian state in the coming weeks, Irish Foreign Minister ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/10/ireland-will-move-to-recognize-palestinian-statehood-minister
🔴 Live: Iran launches direct drone strikes at Israel, says Israeli army: Israel said on Saturday that a salvo of Iranian pilotless aircraft had been launched at ...
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After saying no, EC allows environment ministry to issue green clearances: The environment ministry had sought permission to environmental clearances while the ...
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'Grave mistake': IDF releases findings of what went wrong in strike that killed aid workers
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Quick Glance: Fatal Mistake: IDF Reveals Errors in Attack on Aid Workers
- A series of catastrophic mistakes led to the deaths of seven aid workers delivering crucial aid to Gaza.
- Investigations revealed serious errors in identification, resulting in a tragic outcome.
- Decisions to carry out the attack broke operational procedures and resulted in a grave tragedy.
- The IDF has taken responsibility, soldiers involved have been suspended, and a potential criminal investigation looms.
NASA green-lights mission to send car-sized drone to Saturn moon: NASA’s Mars helicopter mission is now officially over, but following it is an even more complex ...
digitaltrends.com/space/nasa-green-lights-mission-to-send-drone-to-saturn-moon/
Ukraine war: Russian drone strikes on Kharkiv kill seven, officials say: Attacks on the closest big city to the Russian border have been intensifying in recent ...
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Quick Glance: Deadly Attacks on Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv
- Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia in Ukraine were targeted by Russian attacks resulting in casualties and injuries.
- At least six civilians were killed and 10 others injured in Kharkiv, while the southern city of Zaporizhzhia was struck by Russian missiles.
- A deadly drone strike hit residential areas in Kharkiv, causing significant damage to buildings and vehicles.
- Zaporizhzhia was also hit by Russian missiles, leading to multiple deaths and injuries, including among reporters covering the aftermath of the attacks.
Oil markets play the waiting game as Iran attack raises the stakes: Geopolitical risk is upping the ante for global crude markets.
axios.com/2024/04/15/israel-iran-attack-crude-oil
Quick Glance: Oil Prices Could Witness a 'Super Spike Well Above $100' Post Iran's Strike on Israel
- Market analysts predicted that oil prices could surge to $100 per barrel and beyond after Iran conducted an aerial attack on Israel, reigniting concerns of a regional war.
- Iran carried out an aerial attack on Israel on Saturday night, launching over 300 drones and missiles, marking the first direct military attack by Iran on the Jewish state.
- Insufficient investment renders the supply more fragile, raising the likelihood of a 'super spike well above $100' if the supply is disrupted.
- Recent months have seen oil prices rise due to trade disruptions and delays caused by maritime attacks in the Red Sea by the Houthis, who express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
GOP senator calls for US retaliatory strikes on Iran: Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) called for retaliatory strikes against Iran after Tehran ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4592547-gop-senator-calls-for-us-retaliatory-strikes-on-iran/
US sanctions target Hamas spokesperson, drone program leaders: The United States on Friday issued sanctions aimed at a Hamas spokesperson and leaders of the ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-sanctions-target-hamas-spokesperson-drone-program-leaders-2024-04-12/
TikTok's popularity among European politicians rises despite security fears: When Simon Harris became Ireland's prime minister-in-waiting in March ...
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Europe joins US in urging restraint by Israel after Iranian attack: Israel's European allies urged it on Monday to show restraint over Iran's weekend missile and ...
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US House speaker Mike Johnson will try to pass Israel aid this week: U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson said on Sunday he would try to pass aid ...
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New Russian 'Turtle Tank' Emerges On The Battlefield, Features Electronic Warfare System
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Israeli navy’s uses new aerial defense system to intercept drone: The Israeli Navy's Sa'ar 6 corvette successfully intercepted a drone approaching ...
defence-blog.com/israeli-navys-uses-new-aerial-defense-system-to-intercept-drone/
1st Taiwan Land Sword II missile live-fire test successful | Taiwan News | Apr. 15, 2024 12:08
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“We Are Repulsed by Your Actions”: New Irish Prime Minister Sends Message to Netanyahu
democracynow.org/2024/4/9/headlines/we_are_repulsed_by_your_actions_new_irish_prime_minister_sends_message_to_netanyahu
IDF kills Hamas terrorists, destroys rockets in Gaza Strip: IDF soldiers and aircraft destroyed loaded rocket launchers aimed at Israel and killed terrorists ...
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-797527
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Israeli cabinet debates response to Iran attack: Iranian officials warn Israel of a larger attack should it respond to overnight drone ...
aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/14/israels-war-on-gaza-live-blasts-sirens-as-iranian-missiles-intercepted
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Ukraine war: Deepest Ukraine drone attack into Russian territory injures 12: Tatarstan region authorities say drones hit the town of Yelabuga and an oil refinery ...
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Ciara Phelan to leave journalism to become assistant government press secretary: Popular journalist leaving Irish Examiner less than a year before general ...
businesspost.ie/news/ciara-phelan-to-leave-journalism-to-become-assistant-government-press-secretary/
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Drone attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant significantly increases accident risk, IAEA head says
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Quick Glance: Drone Detonation Reported at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant
- According to the notification sent to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a drone explosion occurred on the premises of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on April 7.
- The IAEA's observations suggest a consistent detonation, as mentioned in a post on X.
- No information was disclosed regarding the party responsible for launching the drone.
Kerry animal shelter seeking new home for 'abandoned' baby goat : The kid was discovered alongside another goat who was found dead, under a thin layer ...
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Iran launches drone strikes on Israel: IDF: Iran has launched a wave of drone strikes toward Israel, the White House and Israeli Defense Forces said Saturday ...
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Houthis say Iran’s attack on Israel ‘legal’: AL-MUKALLA: Houthi militia said on Sunday that Iran’s large-scale missile and drone launch on Israel was “lawful” ...
arabnews.com/node/2493066/middle-east
Ukrainian drone destroys Russia’s most advanced operational tank: A Ukrainian drone successfully targeted and destroyed the T-90M, the latest main battle tank to ...
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Fauci warns against 'normalisation of untruth' since pandemic : Top US doctor in Dublin to receive the Stearne Medal for his outstanding contribution ...
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Kremlin says Ukrainian attacks on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant are very dangerous: The Kremlin said on Monday that Ukrainian drone attacks on the Zaporizhzhia ...
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Vance said there is a ‘real fear of escalation’ amid Iran strikes on Israel: Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) cautioned Sunday that there is a “real fear of escalation” ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4593259-vance-said-there-is-a-real-fear-of-escalation-amid-iran-strikes-on-israel/
Cork mill and churches will benefit from €7.4m monuments fund: News from the Irish Examiner's team of reporters
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New accommodation block opens at Collins Barracks in Cork: New accommodation for up to 41 soldiers undertaking training or living on-base has been officially ...
rte.ie/news/munster/2024/0415/1443619-collins-barracks-cork/
Biden in call with congressional leaders on Iran attack urges House to pass aid bill
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Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
Russian missiles pound Ukraine's embattled energy system: Russia staged a major missile and drone strike on Ukrainian energy infrastructure early on Thursday ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russian-missile-strike-targets-cities-across-ukraine-2024-04-11/
West coast to get best view of partial solar eclipse: Astronomy Ireland has said a partial solar eclipse will be visible across Ireland at around 7 ...
rte.ie/news/world/2024/0408/1442237-solar-eclipse/
Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Mysterious drone boat found near Romania’s coastline: A mysterious drone boat with a powerful warhead has been found intact near the Romanian coastline in the ...
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Norway says ready to recognize a Palestinian state: OSLO: Norway is ready to recognize a Palestinian state together with other countries ...
arabnews.com/node/2492066/world
Drones clean the Supertrees, water and fertilise plants at Gardens by the Bay: The technology has proved to solve the problem of cleaning high structures without ...
straitstimes.com/tech/drones-clean-the-supertrees-water-and-fertilise-plants-at-gardens-by-the-bay
How Migration Became an Election Issue for South Africa, New Zealand and Peru: US voters increasingly cite migration as their chief concern. But these case ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-04-17/how-migration-became-an-election-issue-for-south-africa-new-zealand-and-peru
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Explained: What is Iran’s drone and missile capacity as attack launched on Israel
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House passes series of bills aimed at squeezing Tehran financially: The Republican-led House on Monday voted in favor of a series of bills aimed at squeezing ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4596115-house-passes-series-of-bills-aimed-at-squeezing-tehran-financially/
Navy's Vision For Disposable Carrier-Based Loyal Wingman Drones Comes Into Focus
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Zelenskyy condemns Iranian attack, urges support for Ukraine similar to Israel’s aid
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Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
Ireland says moving closer to recognizing Palestinian state: DUBLIN: Ireland is close to formally recognizing a Palestinian state and would like to do so in ...
arabnews.com/node/2492121/world
Simon Harris elected new Irish PM, promising 'new ideas, energy': Simon Harris became Ireland's youngest ever prime minister on Tuesday, pledging to bring new ...
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Quick Glance: Simon Harris Becomes Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister
- Simon Harris has been officially sworn in as Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar who abruptly stepped down last month. Harris, 37, took the helm of the ruling Fine Gael party but faces challenges as the party trails behind Sinn Fein in polls.
- A rapid riser in Ireland's political hierarchy, Harris has made a name for himself as Health Minister and most recently as Minister for Higher Education and Science. His political identity as a young politician has been marked by both supporters and critics, particularly standing out with younger voters and on social media platforms like TikTok.
- Varadkar's government grappled with challenges such as housing crisis and increasing immigration numbers. Harris inherits a tough political landscape, especially with upcoming elections until March 2025. The political landscape in Ireland has shifted, with Sinn Fein emerging as a rising political force, leading to a shift in the traditional party landscape.
- While Harris sees the idea of a potential reunification of Ireland as a legitimate aspiration, his focus remains on current challenges like housing crisis, rising cost of living, and immigration. Despite political changes and discussions about potential reunification, Ireland's future remains uncertain and complex.
Ukraine Situation Report: Russian Armor Massacre At Avdiivka: Reports suggest 20 Russian vehicles were destroyed in what may have been one of the biggest single ...
twz.com/news-features/ukraine-situation-report-russian-armor-massacre-at-avdiivka
Ireland's Martin calls for talks on N.Irish political reforms within a year: Discussions on the potential reform of how Northern Ireland's power-sharing ...
reuters.com/world/uk/irelands-martin-calls-talks-nirish-political-reforms-within-year-2024-04-08/
Harris tells Israeli PM that Ireland is repulsed by his actions : Mr Harris said that Ireland stands ready to recognise the Palestinian state while calling for a ...
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41368807.html
Drones are crowding Ukraine’s skies, largely paralyzing battlefield : Cheap drones deployed as ‘eyes in the skies’ over Ukraine are transforming warfare ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/14/ukraine-drones-russia-war-skies/
Matt Cooper: It will take more than one speech to take back tricolour from those who besmirch it
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How Israel’s Iron Dome works as officials say it blocked 99% of Iran strikes - National | Globalnews.ca
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Court adjourns for the day after 9 potential jurors clear initial hurdle - Live Updates - POLITICO
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Ukrainian drone strikes are hurting Russia’s oil industry: The world’s third-largest producer is now an importer of petrol
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/11/ukrainian-drone-strikes-are-hurting-russias-oil-industry
3000 kilometer range - Kiev's new long-range drone can attack almost anywhere in Russia
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Ireland should not 'fear' EU defence debate - Taoiseach: Taoiseach Simon Harris has said that Ireland should not "be fearful" of a debate ...
rte.ie/news/europe/2024/0418/1444235-eu-summit-defence/
Ukraine claims major drone strike on Russian airfield, killing servicemen and destroying aircraft
cnn.com/2024/04/05/europe/ukraine-drone-strikes-rostov-region-russia-intl/
Spain Tightens Golden Visa in European Crackdown: Spain plans to revise its Golden Visa program, echoing actions taken by other European nations like Portugal ...
riotimesonline.com/spain-tightens-golden-visa-in-european-crackdown/
Iran's military officials warn Israel and U.S. against retaliation: Iran warned Israel on Sunday of a larger attack on its territory should it retaliate ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/world/iran-s-military-officials-warn-israel-and-u-s-against-retaliation-4589840
800 chemotherapy appts for children cancelled, Dáil told: A quarter of a million hospital appointments were cancelled last year, including 800 chemotherapy ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0417/1444046-dail-latest/
Iran launches missile and armed drone attack on Israel: Israeli officials say most projectiles have been intercepted after retaliation for consulate strike
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Doing it yourself: How three Cork indie artists are making a go of music: For the majority of Irish musicians, necessity has been the mother of invention in ...
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Impressive drone shots show new minehunting mothership: Dave Cullen captured the moment RFA Stirling Castle arrived in Edinburgh.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/impressive-drone-shots-show-new-minehunting-mothership/
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