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US military action in Iran risks igniting global nuclear cascade
If Iranian leadership survives any U.S. attack, they will almost certainly double down on Iran’s weapons program, argues a Middle Eastern security scholar.
‘Madness’: Italy’s Crosetto slams British secrecy on GCAP fighter jet
“It’s a huge favor to the Russians and the Chinese,” the defense minister told Defense News.
Russia to showcase new MLRS at Saudi weapons show, seeking local ties
The decision to premiere the system in Riyadh underscores Rosoboronexport’s continued interest in Middle Eastern markets.
Fragile Bosnia pops up as test case for Europe acting without the US
With backing from Washington, separatists in Bosnia could be emboldened like they haven’t been in decades.
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US Air Force eyes improved comms with bombers after Midnight Hammer
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Otokar moves to buy Romanian military-vehicles partner Automecanica
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Iran puts ‘fingers on trigger’ as US armada arrives in Middle East
Iranian officials asserted that the nation's armed forces stand ready “to immediately and powerfully” counter any aggression by U.S. forces.
Flags honoring Danish troops at US embassy reinstalled after outcry
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Why the US Army must focus on winning the first battle of the next war
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Turkey’s STM lays the keel of the first ship for the Portuguese navy
This marked Turkey’s first military ship export to a European Union and NATO member state.
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SWORD training platform key to US space superiority, program head says
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US Air Force eyes improved comms with bombers after Midnight Hammer
If the Air Force doesn't improve communications with bombers during critical operations, Lt. Gen. Armagost said, "that is a foul on all of us."
Opinion
US military action in Iran risks igniting global nuclear cascade
If Iranian leadership survives any U.S. attack, they will almost certainly double down on Iran’s weapons program, argues a Middle Eastern security scholar.
By Farah N. Jan, University of Pennsylvania, The Conversation
‘Madness’: Italy’s Crosetto slams British secrecy on GCAP fighter jet
“It’s a huge favor to the Russians and the Chinese,” the defense minister told Defense News.
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Russia to showcase new MLRS at Saudi weapons show, seeking local ties
The decision to premiere the system in Riyadh underscores Rosoboronexport’s continued interest in Middle Eastern markets.
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Fragile Bosnia pops up as test case for Europe acting without the US
With backing from Washington, separatists in Bosnia could be emboldened like they haven’t been in decades.
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Turkey’s STM lays the keel of the first ship for the Portuguese navy
This marked Turkey’s first military ship export to a European Union and NATO member state.
Iran puts ‘fingers on trigger’ as US armada arrives in Middle East
Iranian officials asserted that the nation's armed forces stand ready “to immediately and powerfully” counter any aggression by U.S. forces.
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