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Ukraine Seeks US Cluster Munitions to Counter Russian Armor

Ukraine has broadened its request from the US for cluster munitions to include air-dropped munition to counter the Russian tank fleet.

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US-Delivered Air-Launched JDAM Smart Bombs Operational in Ukraine

The US has delivered air-launched Joint Direct Attack Munition-Extended Range precision-guided bombs to Ukraine. The weapon is capable of hitting targets 45 miles (72 kilometers) away.

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US OKs $60M Javelin Missile Sale to Australia

The US State Department has approved the potential foreign military sale of Javelin missiles to the government of Australia.

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Russia Running Low on Ammunition, Fighting With ‘Shovels’: UK Intel

The Russian military is running so low on ammunition that it now relies on entrenching tools for close combat, according to a UK intel report.

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Germany Mulls $3B Boxer Armored Vehicle Purchase From Australia

Germany is considering purchasing many Boxer armored vehicles from Australia in a potential $1.9-billion deal.

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ThirdEye Gen to Deliver Augmented Reality Solution for US Navy, Marines

ThirdEye Gen will deliver advanced augmented reality technology to improve and streamline maintenance aviation activities for the US Navy and Marines.

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MD Helicopters to Deliver Cayuse Warrior Plus Helicopters to Nigerian Army

The Nigerian Army has awarded Arizona-based MD Helicopters a contract to supply 12 Cayuse Warrior Plus scout/attack helicopters.

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Boeing Begins Production of First 13 Grey Wolf Helicopters for US Air Force

Boeing will commence production of the first 13 MH-139A Grey Wolf multi-mission helicopters under a $285-million contract with the US.

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US Air Force Procures General Atomics MQ-9B SkyGuardian Drones

The US Air Force Special Operations Command has ordered three MQ-9B SkyGuardian remotely piloted aircraft systems from General Atomics.

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EU Eyes ‘War Economy’ in Push to Rush Ammo to Ukraine

EU defense ministers will discuss plans to raid stockpiles to rush one billion euros' worth of ammunition to Ukraine and place joint orders to keep supplies flowing.

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