197: Israel - Hamas Temporary Truce Extended + German Air Force Plans Indo-Pacific Deployment in '24 + Romania bids for Short-Range Air Defense Systems + Iran Procures Russian Warplanes & Attack Helicopters + More

For review:1. Israel - Hamas temporary truce extended. Combat actions occurred on Monday, but truce continues to hold. Potential for more Israeli hostages (women and children) to be released in return for Palestinian prisoners.2. Germany and Israel finalize deal for Arrow 3 Air Defense Systems.  Delivery expected in 2025.3. German Air Force plans large Indo-Pacific deployment in the Summer of 2024.  Visits include- Alaska, Hawaii, Japan, Australia, Indonesia or Malaysia, and finally- India. 4. German Army fielding of upgraded Puma Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), are delayed almost three months due to software challenges.5.   Norway and Germany will collaborate on a Next Generation Naval-Strike Missile.  Fielding estimated to be in 2035.6. Belgium will join Germany, France, and Spain- in the European Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program by June 2025. 7. Romania seeks bids for Short-Range & Very Short-Range Air Defense Systems.  Effort is funded for $2.1 billion.8. Iran Procures Russian Warplanes & Attack Helicopters. Aircraft include:  Sukhoi SU-35 Fighters; Mi-28 Attack Helicopters; & Yak-130 Jet Trainers.9. UK Royal Navy begins flying Banshee Jet 80 drones from Predannack Airfield; Lizard Peninsula; Cornwall, England.