Ukraine attacks Russia’s energy infrastructure with drones – POLITICO

Ukraine launched a series of drone attacks against eight Russian regions overnight, the Defense Ministry in Moscow said on Saturday. The attacks appeared to target Russia’s energy infrastructure, according to an Associated Press report. An intelligence source told Reuters that long-range strike drones hit three power stations and set a fuel depot on fire. Reuters … Read more

Embraer backlog reached the highest level over past 7 years and deliveries increased 67% in 1Q24

Strong overall backlog volume of US$ 21.1 billion (+13% QoQ) American Airlines placed a firm order for 90 E175 jets Commercial Aviation backlog rose US$2.3 billion (+26% QoQ) 1Q Executive Aviation deliveries were the highest of the last 8 years SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Embraer (NYSE: ERJ; B3: EMBR3) delivered 25 … Read more

EU’s Michel tells Trump ‘get the facts straight’ on Ukraine funding – POLITICO

“Why isn’t Europe giving more money to help Ukraine? Why is it that the United States is over $100 Billion … into the Ukraine War more than Europe, and we have an Ocean between us as separation!” Trump wrote in post on social media. Michel did not let the comment slide. “The numbers speak for … Read more

G7 gives Iran sharp warning not to send ballistic missiles to Russia – POLITICO

“We call on Iran not to do so, as it would represent a substantive material escalation in its support for Russia’s war in Ukraine,” the G7 text reads. If Tehran were to do so, “we are prepared to respond in a swift and coordinated manner, including with new and significant measures against Iran,” the ministers … Read more

NATO has air defense systems ready for Ukraine, Stoltenberg says – POLITICO

“NATO defense ministers have agreed to step up and provide further military support, including more air defense. NATO has mapped out existing capabilities across the lines and there are systems that can be made available to Ukraine,” Stoltenberg said. “So I expect new announcements on air defense capabilities for Ukraine soon … I expect concrete … Read more

Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) Market size is set to grow by USD 7761.28 mn from 2023-2027, ACEINNA Inc., Adafruit Industries LLC and Analog Devices Inc., and more to emerge as Some of the Key Vendors, Technavio

NEW YORK, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global inertial measurement unit (imu) market size is estimated to grow by USD 7761.28 mn from 2023 to 2027, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 14.59% during the forecast period. North America held the largest share of the global … Read more

Macron is all talk, no action on Ukraine, says left-wing rival Glucksmann – POLITICO

Glucksmann, a member of the Socialists and Democrats group in the European Parliament, said France sends “only 3,000 shells per month” to Ukraine, while Russia fires “20,000 shells a day.” While some early estimates indicated that Russia could be firing as many as 20,000 shells a day, others sees that figure as being closer to 10,000. He accused Macron … Read more

NATO’s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine – POLITICO

“If allies face a choice between meeting NATO capability targets and providing more aid to Ukraine, my message is clear: Send more to Ukraine,” he said, adding that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would attend a NATO-Ukraine Council on Friday. Shortly after Stoltenberg’s press conference, NATO announced he would join the G-7 foreign ministers’ meeting in Italy … Read more

How to win the European election – POLITICO

Step 1: Focus on the key issues … Across the EU, while there is no runaway “top issue,” fighting poverty and social exclusion, public health, support for the economy and job creation, and defense and security were identified as the topics that should be prioritized during electoral campaigns. Typically polarizing issues such as gender equality, … Read more

Ukraine backers blast ‘double standard’ after allies rush to Israel’s defense – POLITICO

“I am sure that Ukraine will raise an argument that if one non-NATO country has been provided with air defense when attacked by a hostile adversary, why should Ukraine be treated differently? Given the dire and urgent situation that Ukraine now faces, that argument is rather convincing,” he added. Asked why Britain couldn’t offer the same … Read more