In a major geopolitical and economic milestone on January 27, 2026, the European Union and India officially concluded negotiations on a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), dubbed the “mother of all deals” by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
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Cyprus’ acquisition of Israel’s Barak MX air defense system, replacing Russian BUK-M1s, has sparked Turkey’s outrage, with Ankara warning of “dangerous consequences” amid its illegal occupation of Northern Cyprus. Backed by Washington, the move strengthens Cyprus-Israel ties but risks escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.
The Indian Navy and Hellenic Navy concluded their first bilateral maritime exercise in the Mediterranean Sea, featuring complex maneuvers and cultural exchanges to strengthen defense ties and interoperability. INS Trikand represented India in this milestone event
