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Defense news — September 15, 2026

Publications tagged with Defense published on September 15, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastDefense

    Trump Administration Plans $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel

    The Trump administration is preparing a $2.8 billion arms sale to Israel, including around 40,000 heavy bombs (20,000 MK-84 and 20,000 BLU-117, each weighing 2,000 pounds), according to multiple reports. This would be the largest such sale in recent years, funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars. The sale has been informally notified to Congress and may face Democratic opposition due to civilian casualty concerns and tensions with the Netanyahu government.
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  2. SocietyDefenseFraudLaundering

    UAE Imposes Harsh Penalties for Academic Degree Forgery

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has warned of severe consequences for individuals found guilty of creating or using forged academic degrees. The penalties include imprisonment of up to three years and fines of up to 30,000 dirhams (approximately $8,200 USD). The UAE's Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has intensified its verification processes due to increased demand for certificate authentication.
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  3. PoliticsMiddle EastDefenseBorder Security

    Ukraine Thwarts Russia's 'Fortress Belt' Encirclement Plans in Donetsk

    Ukrainian forces have successfully thwarted Russia's attempts to encircle the 'fortress belt' in Donetsk, including thwarting plans to capture Dobropillya and eliminating a Russian stronghold north of Liman. This has resulted in significant territorial losses for Russia, including over 240 square kilometers in Donbas. Despite setbacks, neither side has made significant progress overall, according to military experts.
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