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US Military Deploys Upgraded B61-12 Nuclear Bombs in Europe

The US military has begun deploying upgraded B61-12 nuclear bombs at its bases in Europe, further enhancing its strategic deterrence capabilities.

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US Signs Two-Year Deal to Train Taiwan Navy

Taiwan has announced that the US has agreed to facilitate a two-year training program for the Taiwanese Navy as part of a newly-signed agreement.

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EU Pledges $62 Million in Aid for Lebanon Military

The European Union on Tuesday announced a $62 million support package for Lebanon's armed forces, as the crisis-hit country seeks to implement a fragile truce between Israel and Hezbollah.

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Sahel Countries to Create Joint Anti-Jihadist Force

Three junta-ruled countries in Africa's Sahel region will join forces to create a 5,000-strong unit to fight the jihadist violence that has for years plagued the nations, officials said on Tuesday.

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Belgian Navy Lays Keel of Fourth Mine Countermeasures Vessel

The Belgian Navy has held a keel-laying ceremony to start the construction of its fourth mine countermeasures vessel, M943 Liège, at Romania’s Giurgiu shipyard.

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US Army Orders Switchblade Attack Drones for Dismounted Soldiers

AeroVironment has been contracted to deliver Switchblade loitering munition as part of US Army’s Directed Requirement for Lethal Unmanned Systems.

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France Receives Two New H225M Caracal Helicopters

France's defense procurement agency has  delivered two H225M Caracal helicopters to the air and space force.

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German Armed Forces Orders Logistics Vehicles, Infrared Binoculars

The Bundeswehr has ordered 568 logistics vehicles from Rheinmetall worth 330 million euros ($342 million) and an undisclosed quantity of infrared multifunction binoculars from Safran.

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Germany to Upgrade Electronic Warfare Center to Counter Rising Threats

Germany has selected European defense firms Airbus and HENSOLDT to modernize its electronic warfare center for airborne weapon systems.

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Four Legacy Rounds Into One: New Abrams Tank Ammo Enters Full-Rate Production

The US Army has approved the full-rate production of its M1147 120mm Advanced Multi-Purpose round, designed to provide next-generation firepower to M1 Abrams tanks.

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