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Defense Ministers of Russia, Burkina Discuss Military Cooperation

The Russian defense minister and his counterpart from Burkina Faso met and agreed to strengthen defense ties, Moscow said.

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Ukraine Says Bolstered Air Defense for Winter Attacks

President Zelensky said Ukraine deployed more Western air defense systems as it braces for a second full winter of Russian attacks on energy facilities.

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Israeli Troops ‘In the Heart of Gaza City:’ Defense Minister

Israeli troops are "in the heart of Gaza City," Defense Minister Gallant said as the nation marked one month of war with Hamas in the Palestinian territory.

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Turkey Sidelined as EU Prepares to Open Door to Others

When figures in the EU talk about new members that might join the union by 2030, there is no mention of Turkey. It is a glaring omission noticed by Ankara.

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First F-16s Sent to Romania to Train Ukrainian Pilots: Dutch

The Netherlands sent its first five F-16 fighter jets to Romania where the planes will be used to train Ukrainian and Romanian pilots.

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Seven Dead in Afghan Capital Bus Explosion: Police

Seven people died and 20 others were injured in a bus explosion in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, police said.

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UK Awards $21-Million Defense-Wide Tech Deal to Anduril

Anduril has signed a $21 million contract with the UK to develop technologies to improve the country's protection.

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Lockheed Martin Completes Australian Destroyer Combat Upgrades

Lockheed Martin has completed the delivery of advanced combat systems services for the Royal Australian Navy's Hobart-class guided missile destroyers.

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Japan Aims for 12 New Mogami-Class Frigates in 5 Years

Japan will acquire 12 new Mogami-class frigates from 2024 to 2028 amid the government's recent push for a stronger defense posture.

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Norway Receives All-Weather Jan Mayen-Class OPV

The Norwegian Coast Guard has received the KV Bjørnøya, a Jan Mayen-class offshore patrol vessel, in an acceptance ceremony at Tomrefjord.

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