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Africa
Mine Blast Kills Five Soldiers in Niger
An improvised explosive device has killed five Nigerien soldiers in the southwest of the Sahel country.
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Europe
Russia Will Be ‘Forced to Respond’ if No US Security Guarantees
Russia said it could respond militarily if Washington does not meet its security demands and said it wanted all US troops out of Eastern and Central Europe.
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Africa
France’s Mali Pullout Clears Path for Rivals: Experts
The withdrawal of French troops from Mali marks a loss of influence for Europe in Africa, leaving the way open for other powers, experts say.
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Asia Pacific
Australia, UK Hail ‘Progress’ on Nuclear Subs Deal
Australia's bid to acquire nuclear-powered submarines is making "significant progress," the country said in a joint statement with Britain.
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Middle East
Kuwait Army Allows Women in Combat Roles, But Without Guns
Kuwait's military decided women need the permission of a male guardian to enlist and are banned from carrying weapons.
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Middle East
Israel Strikes Town South of Damascus: Syrian State Media
Israeli shelling struck a town south of Damascus on Wednesday evening, causing material damage, according to Syrian state media.
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Sea
Russian Planes Intercepted US Navy Aircraft Over Mediterranean: Pentagon
Three US Navy aircraft were intercepted by Russian planes in an "unprofessional" manner over the Mediterranean Sea last weekend, the Pentagon said.
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Asia Pacific
Myanmar Military Jet Crashes After ‘Technical Failure’
A Myanmar military jet crashed in the north of the country, killing its pilot after a "technical failure."
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Africa
Two Killed in Twin Al-Shabaab Attacks in Somalia: Police
Al-Shabaab militants launched simultaneous attacks on police stations around Somalia's capital Mogadishu.
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Europe
Russia Announces End of Crimea Military Drills, Troops Leaving
Russia said military drills in Moscow-annexed Crimea had ended and that soldiers were returning to their garrisons.
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