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USS America Demonstrates RIM-116 Missile in Philippine Sea

The US Navy’s lead America-class amphibious assault ship LHA 6 has conducted a live firing demonstration in the Philippine Sea.

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FMD Receives US Navy Freedom-Class Engine Support Contract

The US Navy has awarded Wisconsin-based Fairbanks Morse Defense a contract to support its Freedom-class littoral combat ships.

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Australia to Buy ‘Smart’ Sea Mines as China Deterrence: Report

Australia will reportedly soon buy sea mines worth up to $712 million to help deter potential Chinese aggression.

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CAES to Provide GPS Antennas for US Army Precision Guidance Kits

Northrop Grumman has awarded CAES a contract to support a ballistic firing precision solution for the US Army.

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Spain Says ‘Ready’ to Send German Tanks to Kyiv

Spain said it was ready to send some of its German-made Leopard tanks to bolster Ukraine's fight against Russia.

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Indonesia Considering Buying Smart Aviation Weapons From France

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense has signified its intention to procure smart aviation weapons from Safran.

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Qatar Finally Launches 143-Meter ‘Al Fulk’ Landing Platform Dock

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has launched the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces’ 143-meter landing platform dock.

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US Air Force Taps Howard University for Tactical Autonomy Research

The US Air Force has teamed with Howard University to conduct tactical autonomy research supporting US military systems.

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Nine Killed in Israel West Bank Raid: Palestinian Ministry

An Israeli raid on the occupied West Bank's Jenin refugee camp killed nine Palestinians including an elderly woman.

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Ukraine Shoots Down Three ‘Deadly’ Russian Choppers in 30 Minutes: Report

The Ukrainian military says it has destroyed three of Russia’s “deadliest and most advanced” helicopters in 30 minutes.

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