Read more about the article Lithuania Plans to Shut Down Two Border Crossings with Belarus
Members of Russian mercenary group Wagner. Photo: Roman Romokhov/AFP

Lithuania Plans to Shut Down Two Border Crossings with Belarus

Members of Russian mercenary group Wagner. Photo: Roman Romokhov/AFP Lithuania to Shut Down Two Belarus Border Crossings Amid Wagner Mercenaries Concerns Amid growing worries over the presence of Wagner mercenaries,…

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Read more about the article Following Azerbaijan, Could Pakistan Enter Turkey’s 5th Generation Fighter Initiative?
A model of Turkey’s fifth generation fighter jet KAAN, at IDEF 2023 in Istanbul. (Agnes Helou / Breaking Defense)

Following Azerbaijan, Could Pakistan Enter Turkey’s 5th Generation Fighter Initiative?

Teaming up with other nations will speed up the progress and help lower the risks for Turkey, according to insights shared with Breaking Defense by experts. A model of Turkey’s…

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Read more about the article New Zealand Armed Forces Deemed ‘Unfit for Duty,’ Declares Government
New Zealand soldier. Photo: New Zealand Defence Force

New Zealand Armed Forces Deemed ‘Unfit for Duty,’ Declares Government

New Zealand soldier. Photo: New Zealand Defence Force Confronting the challenges of aging equipment and recruitment difficulties, New Zealand's military requires a comprehensive overhaul, announced the government on Friday. With…

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Read more about the article Australia, the United States, and South Korea Showcase Collaborative Remote Aircrew Control
AC-130 military aircraft. Photo: Senior Airman Julianne Showalter/US Air Force

Australia, the United States, and South Korea Showcase Collaborative Remote Aircrew Control

AC-130 military aircraft. Photo: Senior Airman Julianne Showalter/US Air Force Australia, the US, and South Korea have showcased their joint capability for remote aircrew control in a demonstration at the…

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Read more about the article Iran Asserts Creation of New Ships Equipped With 600-Kilometer Missiles
An Iranian vessel fires a missile during a military exercise in the Gulf of Oman. Photo: AFP

Iran Asserts Creation of New Ships Equipped With 600-Kilometer Missiles

An Iranian vessel fires a missile during a military exercise in the Gulf of Oman. Photo: AFP Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy has introduced novel surface ships containing missiles capable of…

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Read more about the article Russian Defense Minister Tours Conflict Area in Ukraine: Military
Russia's GAZ Tigr infantry mobility vehicles destroyed in Ukraine. Photo: Sergey BOBOK / AFP

Russian Defense Minister Tours Conflict Area in Ukraine: Military

Russia's GAZ Tigr infantry mobility vehicles destroyed in Ukraine. Photo: Sergey BOBOK / AFP Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has traveled to a combat zone within Ukraine to examine a…

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Read more about the article Foreign Enterprises Securing Major Contracts in the Gulf: Can Washington Shift the Tide?
The show floor at the 2021 IDEX show in Abu Dhabi, UAE. (Chyrine Mezher/Breaking Defense)

Foreign Enterprises Securing Major Contracts in the Gulf: Can Washington Shift the Tide?

While the United States still holds a prominent position in the area, there are reasons to feel concerned about European and South Korean companies making inroads. The show floor at…

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Read more about the article Militants Assault Mali Military Convoy, Fears of High Casualties
A member of the Mali Armed Forces seen patrolling the road in central Mali. Photo: Michele Cattani/AFP

Militants Assault Mali Military Convoy, Fears of High Casualties

A member of the Mali Armed Forces seen patrolling the road in central Mali. Photo: Michele Cattani/AFP Militants attacked Malian soldiers who were escorting trucks towards Niger on Thursday, causing…

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Read more about the article Finland’s Upgraded M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System Gets US Approval
M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System. Photo: Markus Rauchenberger/US Army

Finland’s Upgraded M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System Gets US Approval

M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System. Photo: Markus Rauchenberger/US Army The US State Department has given the green light to Finland's request for improving its M270 Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS).…

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