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BAE Systems to Upgrade New Zealand Military’s Virtual Simulator

The New Zealand Defence Force has contracted BAE Systems to upgrade its VBS4 virtual desktop trainer to the latest configuration.

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Virginia Firm to Support International US Army Training Capabilities

V2X has received a $3.7-billion task order to support the global Warfighter-Training Readiness Solutions of the US Army.

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Russia Struggling With Dysfunctional Military Command: Think Tank

The Russian military has been struggling to contain Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk due to its complicated command and control structure.

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FDA Clears Freeze-Dried Plasma Transfusion Powder for Military Emergency Use

The Food and Drug Administration has authorized octaplasLG Powder blood for tactical emergency use to treat excessive bleeding.

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Rheinmetall Demos ‘Keiler’ Next-Gen Mine Clearing Vehicle

Rheinmetall has demonstrated the capabilities of its Keiler Next Generation tactical armored breaching vehicle.

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Australia Launches $570M Plan to Build Missiles Domestically

Australia unveiled a $570 million deal to build missiles domestically, a bid to beef up military capabilities amid a regional arms race.

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Israel Kills Top Palestinian Militant as Gaza Truce Talks Stumble

Israel killed a senior militant from Fatah's armed wing Wednesday in a strike on Lebanon, leading to accusations from the Palestinian movement that Israel is trying to "ignite a regional war."

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Norway’s Piorun Air Defense System Completes First Live-Fire Test

The Norwegian Armed Forces demonstrated its new “Piorun” man-portable air defense system during its first-ever live-fire test.

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US Army Activates Arctic Aviation Command as Threats Rise

The US Army has activated its aviation command in the Arctic amid the proliferation of security threats in the region.

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Ukraine Says Nearly 12,000 Facilities Hit by Russian Strikes Since 2022

Russian forces have struck nearly 12,000 facilities in Ukraine since the invasion began in February 2022, according to data released by Kyiv’s military chief Oleksandr Syrskyi.

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