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US Senator Urges Sanctions on Azerbaijan to Prevent ‘Genocide’

A top US senator urged Washington to impose sanctions on Azerbaijan's leader, accusing him of starting a campaign of "genocide."

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Romania Builds Air-Raid Shelters Near Ukraine Border

NATO member Romania announced that it has begun building air-raid shelters for residents near the Ukraine border.

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Armed Groups in Northern Mali Claim Capture of Key Town

Armed groups from northern Mali claimed to have captured the key town of Bourem, situated between the ancient cities of Gao and Timbuktu.

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UK Delivers Cargo Drone for Ukraine Frontline Weapon Supplies

The UK has donated heavy-lift drones to Ukraine for medical evacuation and battlefield supplies, including weapons.

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Poland’s Integrated Battle Command System Achieves Key Milestone

Poland has declared basic operational capability for its Integrated Battle Command System.

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Poland, MBDA to Jointly Develop Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile

MBDA and Polish defense company PGZ will jointly develop a medium-range surface-to-air missile for the Polish armed forces. 

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Electric Generator for Future US Aerial Platforms Moves to Manufacturing Phase

Following the detailed design and review of its 1-megawatt multi-application electric generator for the US Air Force, Collins Aerospace has moved to the manufacturing phase.

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USAF’s Jet-Launched LongShot Drone Gears Up for First Flight Test

General Atomics’ LongShot drone is gearing up for its first flight tests scheduled in December this year, according to a report by Breaking Defense.

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Russian Commander Used Army Helicopters to Transport Pet During War: Ex-Pilot

Russia is misusing its military assets intended to support frontline units in Ukraine, according to a former Russian pilot who defected to Kyiv.

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Metrea Simulations to Build Virtual Talon Jet Trainer for US Air Force

The US Defense Innovation Unit has contracted Metrea Simulations to develop a virtual T-38C Talon jet trainer prototype for the US Air Force.

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