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Asia Pacific
China Ups ‘Military Intimidation,’ Taiwan Defense Minister Says
Taiwan's defense minister said China has stepped up "military intimidation" this year by flying an increased number of warplanes around the island and accelerating the deployment of ballistic missiles.
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Air
Russia and Kyrgyzstan to Create Shared Air Defense System
Kyrgyzstan's parliament ratified an agreement for a common air defence system with Russia.
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Americas
Hamas Attack on Israel Adds to Ukraine Aid Fears
The recent attacks on Israel by Palestinian militant group Hamas have raised concerns about the ability of the US to fund two crises simultaneously, given the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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Europe
Nearly 500M Euros Pledged for Ukraine Demining
Ukraine called for greater global support to help demine large swathes of the war-torn country.
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Europe
Turkey Takes Command of NATO Peacekeepers in Kosovo
Turkey took command for the first time of the NATO-led force in Kosovo to a backdrop of a volatile situation in the country's north.
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Americas
Most Americans Would Back Military Intervention for Taiwan: Survey
A narrow majority of Americans would support committing US troops to defend Taiwan if China were to invade, a survey found.
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Middle East
At Least 169 Israel Soldiers Killed in War With Hamas: Army
At least 169 Israeli soldiers have been killed in fighting with Palestinian Islamist group Hamas after its militants launched a shock cross-border attack, the army said.
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Asia Pacific
‘Not Proud At All:’ Japan’s Army Struggles to Recruit
A recent open day at a Japanese military base near Tokyo was a fun family outing but, despite the games and snacks, the army recruitment stand was bereft of visitors.
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Asia Pacific
Taiwan Leader Vows Island Will Be Democratic ‘for Generations’
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said democracy has thrived on the island despite increased Chinese pressure.
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Americas
US Says Military Support to Israel Won’t Hurt Ukraine Aid
The US decision to step up military support for Israel after the surprise assault by Hamas will not harm Washington's ability to keep arming Ukraine, its NATO envoy said.
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