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US Navy Upgrades Growler Electronics Jammer Contract

The US Navy has modified a Raytheon contract to deliver five Next-Generation Jammer-Mid Band pods for the EA-18G Growler aircraft.

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Finland Buys Sako M23 Rifles to Replace Soviet-Era Snipers

Finland has signed a contract for a new rifle system in a bid to increase the precision and range of its infantry.

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Japan Seeks Restrictions on US Troops After Virus Surge

Japan urged the US to consider restricting American troop movement in the country after a surge in COVID cases.

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Japan, Australia Sign Defense Treaty With Eyes on China

Japan and Australia signed a "landmark" treaty to strengthen defense ties.

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North Korea Says It Tested Hypersonic Missile

North Korea has successfully tested a hypersonic missile, state media reported Thursday, in the first major weapons test this year.

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Israeli Strikes in Southern Syria

Israeli tanks fired on suspects along the Syrian border in the Golan Heights after they were detected near its forces, the military said.

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Russia-Led Alliance to Send Forces to Unrest-Hit Kazakhstan

A Russia-led military alliance will send peacekeeping forces to "stabilize" Kazakhstan, blaming mass protests that have plunged the country into chaos on "outside interference."

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Japan to Develop Railgun Counter-Hypersonic Weapon

The Japanese government has set aside $56 million to develop a railgun-based counter-hypersonic weapon system.

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India Launches Indigenous Nuclear Submarine 

India launched its third Arihant-class submersible ballistic nuclear submarine in November last year.

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US Marines Seeking New Counter-Drone Tech

The US Marine Corps has issued a request for information for new technology to prevent enemy drones from attacking military assets.

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