Australia Delivers 49 Abrams Tanks to Ukraine; Taiwan Approves $11bn US Arms Deal
DEFENSE
Australia has delivered 49 former M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, with ongoing support from Australian personnel in Poland as the tanks engage in combat in the Donbas region. Meanwhile, Taiwan has been authorized to purchase nearly $11 billion in US arms, including advanced systems and howitzers, while other defense contracts, including Virginia-class submarine construction and upgrades to the Royal Australian Air Force's transport fleet, are also underway.

Jan 17, 2026, 6:03 AM