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Australia Announces $317 Million Loyal Wingman Drone Investment

The Australian government has announced additional funding of 454 million Australian Dollars ($317 million) for the Loyal Wingman program.

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UN Envoy Calls for ‘Readjustment’ of C.Africa Peacekeeping Force

The UN envoy to the Central African Republic called for the "readjustment" of a UN peacekeeping force towards protecting civilians from abuse.

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North Korea ‘Ready for Nuclear Test’ With Biden Due in Seoul

North Korea is ready to conduct a nuclear test, a South Korean lawmaker said, with the US warning it could happen while President Biden is in Seoul.

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Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Consider Extending Truce

Yemen's Houthi rebels said they are considering renewing a United Nations-brokered truce with the government which expires in two weeks.

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Russian S-300 Air Defense System Targets Israeli Jets in Syria: Report 

A Russian S-300 air defense system reportedly fired at Israeli Air Force jets as they returned from an air operation in Syria.

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More Than 1,000 Ukrainians Remain in Azovstal: Separatist Chief

More than 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers including senior commanders remain inside the besieged Azovstal steel plant in Ukraine's port city of Mariupol, a pro-Russian separatist leader said.

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Japan to Partner With BAE Systems In Next-Gen Fighter Project

The Japanese government is in talks with BAE Systems to jointly develop a next-generation fighter, expected to be fielded by the mid-2030s.

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US Puts Full Weight Behind Sweden, Finland Bids to Join NATO

The US gave its full support for Sweden and Finland's bids to join NATO, promising to stand by them if threatened by Russia and pressing Turkey to not block their membership.

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US Marines Buy 14 Advanced Amphibious Vehicles From BAE Systems

The US Marine Corps has awarded an $89.5 million contract to BAE Systems to supply 14 advanced amphibious combat vehicles.

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Iran to Manufacture Drones in Tajikistan

The Iranian government has announced that it will manufacture new drones in Tajikistan to help maintain the balance of power in the region.

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