Europe

Ukraine Gets New Defense Minister to Strengthen Army

Ukraine appointed a new defense minister with a mandate to strengthen the army, as the country remains locked in conflict with pro-Russia separatists.

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UN Renews Mandate of EU Military Mission in Bosnia

The UN Security Council voted unanimously to renew for one year the mandate of the European military mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Israeli APS-Equipped German Leopard Tanks Complete Trial

The Israeli government has announced the completion of the first round of Leopard 2 tank-installed TROPHY active protection system live tests.

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Russia’s First Drone Test Site Opening Postponed to Next Year

The launch of Russia’s first drone testing site has been postponed until next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Norway Orders Additional Naval Strike Missiles in $169M Deal

Norway has ordered naval strike missiles and “life extension of the existing inventory of NSM” in a deal worth $169 million.

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Russian Naval Ships to Be Armed With Kamikaze Drones

Russian naval ships will be armed with kamikaze drones to strike enemy vessels and ground targets.

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Pentagon Watches Possible Russian Troop Buildup Near Ukraine

The Pentagon is monitoring the Ukraine region closely amid reports of a new buildup of Russian troops on the country's border.

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Turkey Says Cannot Be Blamed for Ukraine’s Drone Use

Turkey is not responsible for Ukraine's use of an Ankara-made drone in its conflict with pro-Moscow rebels, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said.

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Macron Says Australian PM Lied to Him Over Subs Spat

France's president Australia's prime minister outright lied to him over a canceled submarine deal, deepening an already fraught diplomatic crisis.

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Indian Army Ineffective Sans Russian Equipment: US Report

The Indian armed forces are incapable of operating effectively without Russian-supplied weapons and equipment, a report found.

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