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Ten Killed in Jihadist Attack in Northern Burkina

Ten civilians, including four security auxiliaries, have been killed by suspected jihadists in northern Burkina Faso, a security source said.

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Indian Army Seeking Faster Drone Tech Development

The Indian Army is seeking to accelerate the development of drone technologies to assist soldiers patrolling the country’s borders.

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US Navy Selects AECOM for Berth Repairs, Dry Dock Upgrade

AECOM Technical Services Inc. has been awarded $91.5 million to repair berthing structures for the US Navy.

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Turkish Defense Delegation to Visit US for Jet Talks

A Turkish delegation will visit Washington to follow up on US President Joe Biden's pledge to deliver F16 fighter jets to Turkey.

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Shore Up US National Security With Smart Energy Policies

US energy is an important foreign policy tool that can help insulate American markets from global energy shocks and undermine hostile actors.

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Russian Casualties in Ukraine Up to 80,000: Pentagon

A senior Pentagon official estimated that as many as 80,000 Russians have been killed or wounded in Ukraine since the war began.

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Top Pakistan Taliban Commander Killed in Afghanistan

A senior commander of Pakistan's Taliban was killed by a blast in eastern Afghanistan, a militant source said.

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US Announces $1B in New Arms Aid for Ukraine

The Pentagon announced $1 billion in fresh military aid for Ukraine, including additional precision missiles for the Himars system.

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Taiwan Holds Military Drill as China Accused of Preparing Invasion

Taiwan held an artillery drill simulating a defense against an attack as its top diplomat accused Beijing of preparing to invade the island.

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Ukraine Says Thwarted Plot to Kill Defense Minister

Ukraine said it had arrested Russian agents who were planning to assassinate the defense minister and the military intelligence chief.

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