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China Could Wage Economic, Cyber War to Force Taiwan’s Surrender: Report

Contrary to expectations, China may initiate an economic and cyber war against Taiwan to compel the island nation to surrender its sovereignty without resorting to direct military action.

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Ukraine’s F-16s Outdated, Can’t Outclass Russia’s Best Jets: Ex-US General

The F-16s provided to Kyiv by its Western partners are reportedly outdated models, meaning they are not as capable as Russia’s top combat aircraft.

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BAE Systems Launches Royal Navy’s Sixth Astute-Class Submarine

BAE Systems has launched the future HMS Agamemnon for the Royal Navy, the service's sixth of seven Astute-class submarines.

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US Air Force Reveals Seven Potential Bases for KC-46A Pegasus

The US Air Force has selected seven bases as candidate locations for the KC-46A Pegasus aircraft, with the final decision set for 2027.

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Lithuania Procures Additional NASAMS Air Defense System

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has received an additional purchase order from the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense for the NASAMS air defense system.

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Indian Firm Teams With AM General, Mandus to Explore Next-Gen Artillery

Kalyani Strategic Systems has signed an agreement with American firms AM General and Mandus Group to explore the co-development of next-generation artillery systems.

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Boeing to Produce Small Diameter Bombs for US, Allies

The US Air Force has awarded Boeing a contract to produce Small Diameter Bombs with a maximum value of $6.9 billion.

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Denmark to Invest $618 Million in Ukrainian Defense Production 

Denmark has increased its financial assistance for the purchase of Ukrainian defense equipment to $618 million.

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France Buys Deep-Diving Autonomous Underwater Vehicle for Enhanced Seabed Operations

Exail is set to deliver a new deep-diving autonomous underwater vehicle to the French Navy to enhance the country’s seabed operations.

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Israeli Strikes Hit Central Syria Army Positions: Defense Ministry

The Syrian defense ministry said Israel had launched air strikes on military positions in central Syria on Sunday, reporting no casualties.

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