Austria plans to extend military service in light of Ukraine war
Austria’s coalition government plans to extend military service to nine months from six.
India moves closer to a homegrown, long-range air defense
A recent interceptor test marked the first demonstration of New Delhi’s efforts to build a system that could rival the Russian-made S-400.
US Congress approves money for Taiwan defense. Does it mean Trump is done hesitating?
Lawmakers in Washington designated some money for arms sales to Taiwan, as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to hold up a major weapons package.
Iran says Ukrainian attack on vessel in Caspian Sea killed sailor
Tehran described the attack on its vessel as an act of aggression while accusing Kyiv of seeking to expand the war in Ukraine.
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‘Incredible work’: Ukrainian F-16 downs Russian fighter jet for first time
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Iran warns Bulgaria against aiding US military operations
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With no Iran war end in sight, Germany pulls back two navy ships eyed for Hormuz mission
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Iran says Ukrainian attack on vessel in Caspian Sea killed sailor
Tehran described the attack on its vessel as an act of aggression while accusing Kyiv of seeking to expand the war in Ukraine.
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From steppe to sea, a Ukrainian drone unit hunts Russian ships
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With no Iran war end in sight, Germany pulls back two navy ships eyed for Hormuz mission
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Indonesia orders Leonardo light fighters, eyes naval helicopters
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