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Ukraine Launches Military Drills With NATO

Ukraine launched joint military exercises with the United States and other NATO countries.

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Gunmen Kill Police Inspector in Southeast Nigeria

Gunmen have killed a police inspector in southeast Nigeria, the latest attack in the restive region where dozens of officers have died this year.

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China Finds ‘Weakness’ in New US Combat Drone

Chinese aviation engineers have reportedly found a flaw in the United States’ new Kratos XQ-58A Valkyrie combat drone, saying the experimental system may not be effective in combat.

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Haftar’s East Libya Forces Say Two Dead in Helicopter Crash

Two people died in Libya after helicopters belonging to forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar collided in the country's east.

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Indonesian Navy Adds 5 Vessels to Secure Natuna Sea

The Indonesian Navy reportedly sent an additional five vessels to heighten security in the North Natuna Sea after sighting Chinese and American ships in the area.

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New Russian S-500 Air Defense System Enters Service

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov announced that the first installation of the country’s new S-500 air defense system has begun.

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Nine Killed, 23 Injured in Nigerian Air Strike

An emergency official in northeast Nigeria said nine people were killed and 23 others injured in an air strike that reportedly hit civilians.

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Russia to Retain Superiority in Hypersonic Weapons: Deputy PM

Russia is looking to stay ahead of the West in hypersonic weapons, according to Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov.

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Northrop Grumman Unveils Autonomous ‘Loyal Wingman’ Aircraft

Northrop Grumman’s Scaled Composites has unveiled a low-cost model of an optionally crewed aircraft designed to fly alongside manned aircraft in a “loyal wingman” role.

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Victorious, Taliban Face Fierce New Test in Afghanistan

The Taliban now face the formidable task of keeping the peace within their own ranks and running a country on the brink of ruin.

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