Key TakeawaysUK Defence Secretary John Healey reports 17,000 North Korean troops have signed up to support Russian forces, as Moscow struggles to replace mounting battlefield losses.India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended a 15% hike in the national defense budget, citing "current realities" and the need for rapid modernization following regional security challenges.Lebanon’s Premier expressed optimism regarding a recovery plan with the IMF, aiming to bridge financial gaps and unlock critical internati ...