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Despite economic woes, UK leaders tout massive defense-spending hike
Analysts question whether the Ministry of Defence could even spend the amount of extra money envisioned by the Truss government.
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Europe
Greece unveils new surveillance drone to keep tabs on its islands
Locked in a historic rivalry with Turkey, itself a drone powerhouse, the rhetoric between Athens and Ankara has sharpened recently.
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Italy Air Force chief heads to Japan to talk next-gen fighter jets
The visit comes as nations make plans about what the future may hold for combat aviation.
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Use us for combat zone tests, Ukraine minister tells US war industry
Ukraine's deputy defense minister suggested anti-tank systems with a 6-kilometer range or suicide drones as options his military could use.
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Joint but apart: Italian Navy and Air Force settle on F-35B plan
With both services due to receive just 15 F-35B’s each, the need for pooled management is obvious to officials, despite rivalries between the branches.
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Britain revises its defense plans in light of Russia’s war
Much debate is expected about ambitious U.K. spending plans and the size of the armed forces.
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UK leader vows to keep military aid flowing to Ukraine
Prime Minister Liz Truss' comments come as some Western analysts fear that a Russian escalation could sow doubts about support for Ukraine in Europe.
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Swiss leaders sign $6.25 billion contract for F-35 fighter jets
The deal follows the government's rejection of a referendum push that seeks to stall the acquisition.
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Slovenia to scrap Boxer deal, seek other armored vehicles
Defense leaders cite a government audit that found the total number of Boxers would be insufficient in the agreed configuration.
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UK regulator clears Inmarsat sale to US communications company Viasat
The proposed merger has been awaiting the outcome of a government probe as to whether the deal contravenes Britain's national interest.
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