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Russian Army Claims New Advance in East Ukraine

Russia said its military had advanced further in east Ukraine, capturing a frontline village just a few kilometers north of a key Ukrainian-held industrial hub.

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Activists Say 50 Killed in Sudan Paramilitary Attack

At least 50 people have been killed in a single attack by Sudanese paramilitaries who have besieged and raided villages in al-Jazira state, activists said.

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Israel Army Says Conducting ‘Precise Strikes’ on Military Targets in Iran

The Israeli military said it was carrying out "precise strikes" on military targets in Iran.

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Ukrainian Pilots Complete Royal Air Force Training to Operate F-16s

The Royal Air Force has completed training another group of Ukrainian pilots, bringing the total number of its Elementary Flying Training program graduates to 200.

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X-Bow Systems Successfully Tests Solid Rocket Motor

X-Bow Systems launched its Bolt rocket in a test that showcased the company’s advancement in solid rocket motor (SRM) propellant technology.

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AeroVironment Unveils Versatile Drone for Evolving Battlefield Conditions

AeroVironment recently unveiled an electric vertical take-off and landing uncrewed aircraft system being pitched for the US Army’s long-range reconnaissance program.

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Hensoldt Presents New Optronic Systems for Combat Vehicles

Hensoldt has introduced three new optronic systems for the Leopard 2A8 tank, Puma, and Boxer fighting vehicles to improve targeting.

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Russia Helped Houthis Target Red Sea Ships: Report

Russia earlier this year provided satellite data to help Yemen's Houthi rebels strike ships in the Red Sea, the Wall Street Journal reported.

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Turkish Strikes Kill 27 Civilians in Syria: War Monitor

A Syria war monitor said Turkish drone strikes had killed 27 civilians in Syria following a deadly attack on a defense company near Ankara.

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Russian Military Convoy Attacked in Chechnya, Soldier Killed

One Russian soldier was killed in an attack on a military convoy in Chechnya, Russian state media reported.

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