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No 'plan B' for submarines if AUKUS fails, says Defence Minister Richard Marles - ABC News
Summary: - Defence Minister Richard Marles told the Indian Ocean Defence and Security Conference in Perth that Australia must “stick to the plan” on AUKUS and avoid a “Plan B.” He warned that changing course would effectively abandon Australia’s long-term submarine program. - AUKUS remains Australia’s largest-ever defence project, potentially costing up to A$368 billion over three decades, involving rotating US/UK nuclear-powered submarines from 2027, Virginia-class submarin
Russia in Africa: Inside the alleged operation to influence Angolan politics
Summary: - Two Russians, Igor Ratchin and Lev Lakshtanov, face 11 charges in Angola including terrorism, espionage, and influence peddling for allegedly stirring anti-government protests and trying to influence next year’s presidential election. - The indictment alleges they worked for Africa Politology, a clandestine network linked to Wagner Group operatives, to influence Angolan politics via disinformation and funding local media. - The Russians’ defense claims they had no
Foreign relations of Austria - Wikipedia
Austria’s foreign policy since 1955 centers on perpetual neutrality, following the Austrian State Treaty and a constitutional declaration. Key points: - Neutrality framework: Austria does not join military alliances or permit foreign bases; this has shaped its stance for decades. - Reassessment of neutrality: since the 1990s, Austria has expanded cooperation beyond strict neutrality, granting overflight rights for UN actions (1991 Gulf War) and engaging with EU security stru