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US Navy’s V-22 Osprey Aircraft Ready for Deployment

The US Navy announced that its CMV-22B Osprey aircraft has achieved initial operational capability, confirming its readiness for deployment.

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Nearly 60 Rebel Fighters ‘Neutralized’ in Mali: Army

Eight soldiers and 57 "terrorists" were killed in clashes at a rebel base in northern Mali where rival jihadist groups are active.

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Belarus Says Russian Forces to Remain for More Drills

Belarus said joint exercises involving Russia and Belarus forces were being extended due to tension over Ukraine.

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Stray Nigeria Air Strike Kills Seven Children in Niger: Governor

An air strike by the Nigerian army targeting 'bandits' has left seven children dead and five others wounded "by mistake" in southern Niger.

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Australian PM Terms China Laser Incident ‘Intimidation’

Australia's PM accused China of an "act of intimidation" after Canberra said a Chinese naval vessel shone a laser at one of the country's defense aircraft.

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US-Led Anti-Jihadist Military Drills Begin in Ivory Coast

US-led anti-jihadist military drills began in Ivory Coast on Sunday, maintaining the West's counter-terror commitment in West Africa after France announced its withdrawal from Mali.

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UAE Drone Conference Warns of Rising Threat

The UAE warned of the rising threat of drone attacks, as Middle East militants rapidly acquire a taste for the cheap and easily accessible unmanned systems.

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Borno Terrorists Surrender as Nigerian Army Goes on the Offensive

Since the Nigerian Army adopted a strategy of aggressive ground troops and air strikes in Borno State, scores of ISWAP and Boko Haram terrorists have surrendered.

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Ukraine Unveils Indigenous Stealth Attack Drone

Ukraine's special operations force has unveiled a fleet of indigenous “Punisher” stealth attack drones.

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Textron to Deliver Beechcraft King Air 360ER Aircraft to Sri Lanka

The jet will be delivered through a foreign military sales contract to Sri Lanka with production set to be completed by September 2025.

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