IJR News — today's news from every sideNicole Hardy Spending over 5 billion euros on IRIS² should finally give Europe independent secure communications without foreign reliance. Tom Gallagher It's encouraging to see aerospace suppliers getting acquired at these prices as Boeing and Airbus stabilize output. 
Etihad Expands Global Alliances Across RegionsBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Etihad Airways and Abra Group have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen global connectivity across Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia, leveraging Avianca, GOL, and Wamos Air with plans for codeshares, reciprocal loyalty benefits, and wider commercial cooperation, with initiatives slated to roll out in 2026 pending regulatory approvals. The partnership also envisions fleet moves, including a potential dry lease of an Airbus A330-900 for GOL starting November 2026 and up to three Wamos Air aircraft for Etihad’s expansion from March 2027, creating a new bridge between the regions for travelers.
