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Orlin Rusev, the leader of a Bulgarian espionage cell in the UK, discussed selling captured US-made drones to China, according to details revealed during an ongoing trial where Bulgarians face charges of espionage for Russia. This information surfaced in reports from the Financial Times.

The Hydrographic Office of the Bulgarian Naval Forces has welcomed the arrival of two Teledyne Gavia autonomous underwater vehicles (UUVs). This acquisition is part of a program initiated by the US Department of Defense aimed at enhancing the defense capabilities of allied nations, following a contract established with the Bulgarian Ministry of Defense.

The United States has carried out precision airstrikes targeting underground weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled regions of Yemen, amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The US Department of Defense confirmed that military forces struck five underground weapons storage sites used by the Iran-backed Houthis.

The United States has approved a new military aid package for Ukraine, valued at nearly 8 billion dollars, which includes JSOW glide bombs. This information was confirmed through a statement by President Joe Biden, published on the White House's website.

The US Department of Defense has awarded a contract valued at nearly 1.2 billion dollars to the American company Raytheon for the production of AMRAAM (Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile) missiles. The contract also covers the supply of these missiles to several foreign military clients, including Bulgaria.

The Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, had a telephone conversation with the Vice-President of the European Commission and High Representative of the European Union, Nikos Dendias. European Commission Vice-President and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Joseph Borel.

The United States has reached a plea agreement with Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks, and two other defendants, the US Department of Defense announced on Wednesday. Mohammed, also known as KSM, was apprehended in Pakistan in 2003 for his alleged role in the terrorist attacks.

The US Department of Defense has contracted Lockheed Martin to produce electronic warfare equipment for F-16 fighters, with Bulgaria among the countries set to receive these aircraft, according to a Pentagon announcement on its website, BTA reported.

The US Congress has finally approved a long-awaited aid package for Ukraine, totaling nearly 61 billion USD, including military assistance. The bill's passage comes as a crucial lifeline for Ukraine, although concerns persist over the country's ability to match Russia's military spending.

Defence Minister Nikos Dendias discussed Ukraine, Greek contributions to security in the Red Sea, and bilateral relations in a call with US counterpart Lloyd Austin on Tuesday.