Poland plans to buy U.S. missiles for F-16 fighter jets September 23, 2014 - 12:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Poland's defense minister says his country plans to buy U.S. missiles for their F-16 fighter jets and hopes the deal will be completed this fall, the Associated Press reports. The plan comes as Poland intensifies efforts to modernize its military given the Russian aggression in Ukraine, something that has added to feelings of insecurity in Eastern Europe. Tomasz Siemoniak said Tuesday, Sept 23, that missiles for the F-16s are "one of the most modern weapons in the world at the moment. We really want to have them." He said he hopes the deal can be finalized in October or November. It would then take up to two years for them to be delivered. The deal must still be approved by the U.S. Congress. Related links:   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event  The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event.Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |
