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USAF Demonstrates Reaper Automatic Takeoff and Landing

The US Air Force recently conducted an automatic takeoff and landing of an MQ-9 Reaper drone.

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US Army-Backed Research Yields New ‘Wonder’ Armor Material

Research funded by the US Army has led to the discovery of a new, lightweight material of extraordinary strength that could be used for improved armor, blast shields, protective coatings, and other impact-resistant technologies.

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Russia’s S-500 Missile System Hits Test Target

Russia has successfully test-fired its new S-500 air defense missile systems at a southern training range and hit a high-speed ballistic target.

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IS Claims Iraq Market Suicide Bombing That Killed Nearly 30

The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that ripped through a busy market in the Iraqi capital ahead of Eid holiday celebrations, killing nearly 30 people. 

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Rocket Attack On Afghan Capital as President Gives Eid Speech

At least three rockets landed in the Afghan capital ahead of a speech by President Ashraf Ghani marking the start of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha.

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US Army Fires Patriot Missiles for First Time in Australia

The US Army conducted its first-ever Patriot surface-to-air missile test on Australian soil during a joint military training.

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Indian Navy Receives First MH-60R Seahawk Helicopters From US

The Indian Navy has received its first two MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopters of 24 ordered last year from the US for $2.12 billion.

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Ukraine Launches Army Drills With US, Poland, Lithuania

Ukraine, the United States, Poland, and Lithuania launched joint military exercises, amid ongoing tensions between Kiev and Moscow. 

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US Military Tests HIMARS Long-Range Rocket Launcher in Japan

The US military recently conducted a series of live-fire tests of its advanced High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) long-range mobile rocket launcher in Japan.

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Russia Test Fires Zircon Hypersonic Cruise Missile

Russia has carried out another successful test of its Zircon hypersonic cruise missile, a new addition to an arsenal of weapons called "invincible" by President Vladimir Putin.

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