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Macron Ready to ‘Open Debate’ on Nuclear European Defense

French President Macron is ready to "open the debate" about the role of nuclear weapons in a common European defense, he said.

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US Troops to Leave Chad in Second African State Withdrawal

The US will withdraw some troops from Chad, the Pentagon said days after Washington agreed to move forces out of neighboring Niger.

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France, Germany Sign Deal on ‘Tank of the Future’

France and Germany firmed up plans to jointly develop a next-generation battle tank equipped with artificial intelligence and laser technology.

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Taiwan Detects 22 Chinese Aircraft Around Island

Taiwan's defense ministry said it detected 22 Chinese warplanes and drones around the self-ruled island in a window of less than three hours. 

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Ukraine Says Resisting Heavy Attacks in East Amid Russian Advance

Ukraine said it foiled 55 Russian attacks in the eastern Donetsk region, a day after it admitted to a worsening situation on the front line.

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Gaza Aid Pier Ready in Two to Three Weeks, US Says

The White House said a US-made pier meant to boost aid to Gaza will become operational in a few weeks but cannot replace land routes with trucks as the best way to feed people in the territory.

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Swedish Army to Receive Volvo Wheel Loaders From Local Company

Sweden has contracted local mobility supplier Swecon to deliver 81 Volvo-made wheel loaders in different variants for the army.

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Oshkosh to Deliver ROGUE Fires Carrier to US Marines

Oshkosh Defense has received a contract to provide a Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires for the US Marine Corps.

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Madrid Firm to Manufacture Patriot Missile Components in Spain

Lockheed Martin has signed an agreement with Spain’s Grupo Oesia to produce Patriot Advanced Capability – 3 Missile Segment Enhancement components.

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QinetiQ Demos UK’s First Crewed-Uncrewed Aircraft Teaming

Defense technology company QinetiQ has trialed the UK’s first manned-unmanned aircraft teaming.

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