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Secretary General Stoltenberg during his meeting with Prime Minister Loefven. 9.November 2015 ©NATO          

In his first official visit to Sweden, NATO Secretary General met with Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, high Official members of the Parliamentary Committees on Defense and Foreign Affairs of Sweden to discuss the Security of Nordic States and the crucial role that Sweden has been playing and expected to extend in the years to come.

Secretary General expressed NATO gratitude to Sweden– for its continuous contribution to NATO’s Operations and Exercises in the various parts of the world including: Afghanistan, Kosovo and in NATO Response Force by highlighting:  “ Sweden is one of NATO’s most active Partners.” 

On the changing world and the emerging news challenges NATO Secretary General emphasized:

“To respond effectively we all have to adapt,” 

and continued  “Our focus is Collective Defense, but also Crisis Management and Cooperative Security.”

“It makes sense to deepen our cooperation further. Not just among Nordic Allies and partners, but also with our Baltic Allies.” ©NATO        

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The United States and Europe stand with every readiness to support la France

Statement by President François Hollande, Paris 13 November 2015  ©The Embassy of France in USA 

Joint statement of the EU Heads of State or Government and the leaders of the EU Institutions on the terrorist attacks in Paris  ©The Office of Prime Minister of Norway

“I am deeply shocked by the horrific terrorist attacks across Paris tonight. My thoughts are with the families of the victims, with all those affected, and with the people of France. We stand strong and united in the fight against terrorism. Terrorism will never defeat democracy.” Statement by   NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg 13. Nov 2015 ©NATO Press Office

“We stand prepared and ready to provide whatever assistance that the government and people of France need– to respond.”  assured President Obama 13. Nov 2015 ©The White House

“The European Union is deeply shocked and in mourning after the terrorist attacks in Paris. It is an attack against us all. We will face this threat together with all necessary means and ruthless determination. France is a great and strong nation. Its values of liberty, equality and fraternity inspired and inspire the European Union. Today we stand united with the French people and the Government of France. This shameful act of terrorism will only achieve the opposite of its purpose, which was to divide, frighten, and sow hatred.“ Joint statement of the EU Heads of State/Government ©Press office of European Council

29.Octobet 2015

Israel has been accepted as a full Member to the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) with only 1 against and  171 votes in favor.

On the occasion of the historic accession Hadas Meitzad, Israel’s political affairs Counselor stated: “The advanced Capabilities of the State of Israel ( in Science and Technology) and its Commercial Space Industry, combined with a complex and sensitive Diplomatic process, led to the acceptance of Israel to this prestigious organization.” 

In the recent years Israel has been developing new Technology which can help the U.N. to keep track  and control of hazardous space objects.

The UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) was founded in 1959 with currently 84 Members.

Earlier this year NASA has also signed a new agreement to further its cooperation with the Israel Space Agency.

“Our two countries have had a long history of cooperation in space exploration, scientific discovery and research, and we look forward to the opportunities this new agreement provides us to build upon this partnership.” expressed on the occasion Charles Bolden from NASA.

The announcement of the news from the Israel Mission into UN

In Remembrance of Col. Ilan Ramon 1954- 2003 who lost his life with several other NASA Space crew in the Shuttle Columbia outer Space mission in February 2003 ©Israel news agency

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met this morning with former US President Clinton.

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The U.S Navy Multi-Mission USS Carney has arrived in Europe, in south of Spain, to strengthen the NATO and European Missile Defense capability.

The Battle Ship as a part of NATO forces is missioned for a wide range of Operational Task for Security, Search and Rescue, and the NATO Multinational Training and Exercise.

USS Carney. 25 September 2015 ©NATO 

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed the US Navy USS Carney by affirming:

“The arrival of the USS Carney marks an important step for European Security and for Transatlantic cooperation,” 

“The four Missile Defense ships are key for building up Europe’s protection against Ballistic Missile threats. I thank the United States for their significant contribution to keeping our Nations safe” ©NATO

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NATO Ballistic Missile Defense was established and launched in 2010, by the NATO Member States to counter the threats poised by the proliferation of Ballistic Missile in various regions, countries and radical groups (possibly). The strategy is based on Protecting Europe from any sorts of perceived or unseen threats which had been multiplied in the last fifteen years.

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US-EU furthering partnerships on Law-Enforcement

Director of FBI James Comey during a meeting with Director of EUROPOL Rob Wainwright. The Hague 24.September 2015 ©EUROPOL

The Director of U.S Federal Bureau of Investigation James Comey travelled to The Hague to meet with the Director of EUROPOL to discuss rage of subjects including furthering the  partnerships between the FBI and the Europe Law-Enforcement to the closer level on combating with Cybercrime.

In the European Police Chiefs Convention (EPCC) at Europol HQs the Director of FBI spoke on Global Threats ( Cybercrime and Terrorism) and highlighted:

“The perception that terrorism only happens in big cities like New York, London, or Paris is not true.There are troubled people all across the United States and in every country around the world.　That’s why partnerships are critical. We all share a common interest in keeping our nations safe from both crime and terrorism.　 Together, we can identify common threats and common needs, and by joining forces, we’re all better able to protect the people we serve,”

“No law enforcement or intelligence agency alone – no country alone – can defeat crime and terrorism and keep its streets safe.　But all of us, standing together – we are strong, unbending, and unbreakable.”

On the same Subject during the convention the Director of Europol Rob Wainwright stated:

”Now more than ever we understand the importance of cross-border Law-Enforcement cooperation to tackle global threats, such as terrorism and Cybercrime. In this challenging time, building up strong partnerships among international law enforcers, and ensuring fast and efficient information exchange, are key to safeguarding our citizens and our collective security.”

“In this respect, cooperation between Europol, the FBI and other international partners, has proved to be exemplary, in particular in combatting cyber attacks and the sexual exploitation of children online. This strong collaboration demonstrates what Law Enforcement agencies can achieve together when trusted relationships are established.”