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Ankara remembers 613 Azerbaijani civilians killed by Armenian forces on February 26, 1992, calling the atrocities "a shameful stain on the conscience of humanity." The massacre claimed 106 women, 63 children, and 70 elderly.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Turkish Foreign Minister met Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Vietnamese counterpart Le Hoai Trung in Washington on Friday. No details released as Türkiye deepens Asia-Pacific engagement through "Asia Anew Initiative."President Trump lauded Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa for stabilizing the war-torn nation and treating Kurds "very good," adding that "a choir boy couldn't do it." The remarks signal Washington's growing engagement with Damascus.

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Belgium to deploy first NASAMS battery by 2027 to secure major port

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12:47, 26/02/2026, Thursday

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Belgium to deploy first NASAMS battery by 2027 to secure major port

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Belgium will receive its first NASAMS air defense system in 2027, Prime Minister Bart De Wever announced, with further batteries planned in the coming years. The Norwegian-American system will initially protect much of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and could eventually cover surrounding critical infrastructure, including nuclear facilities.

Belgium is set to deploy its first NASAMS (Norwegian-American Surface-to-Air Missile System) battery in 2027, Prime Minister Bart De Wever confirmed on Thursday. The initial deployment is aimed at safeguarding nearly two-thirds of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, one of Europe’s key logistics hubs, according to Belga news agency reports citing Gazet van Antwerpen.

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Capabilities of NASAMS

NASAMS is a short- and medium-range air defense system designed to intercept a range of aerial threats, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), helicopters, cruise missiles, unmanned combat aerial vehicles, and fixed-wing aircraft. The system combines advanced radar, sensors, and guided missiles to provide flexible protection for critical sites.

Expansion plans

Additional NASAMS batteries are expected in the coming years. The installation of a second unit would extend coverage to the entire port area and nearby strategic sites, including nuclear power stations, providing a layered defense against aerial threats.

Anti-drone measures

Prime Minister De Wever also confirmed that Belgium has acquired a dedicated anti-drone system, following last year’s incidents involving dozens of drone sightings over sensitive locations, such as chemical facilities and port terminals. The new system is intended to enhance surveillance and protect critical infrastructure from unmanned aerial threats.

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