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Philippines Expands Fleet, Welcomes New Black Hawk Helicopters

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British Military Leaders Cite New “Cyber Resilience” Plan to Harden Weapons Systems

Cyber threats are evolving, and the MOD urges all defense suppliers to bolster resilience with robust measures.

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Pete Hegseth’s unapologetic stance on reinstating discharged troops and rolling back ‘woke’ policies signals a seismic shift for the Pentagon, but his controversial past could make his confirmation battle as fierce as any he’s faced in uniform.”

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Joe Biden’s Farewell Speech: An American Fever Dream in the Twilight of Power

Biden’s final address felt like a weathered captain shouting into the storm, warning of tech oligarchs steering the ship of democracy toward uncharted and dangerous waters.

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The “Last-Minute Crisis” Threatening the Israeli-Hamas Ceasefire: A Fragile Hope in the Balance

A last-minute crisis with Hamas stalls the long-awaited ceasefire, leaving Gaza in chaos and hope hanging by a thread. Will peace prevail?

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USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY), 2022. (DVIDS)

USS Zumwalt Pioneers Hypersonic Strike Capability

USS Zumwalt gears up to test hypersonic missiles, transforming stealth tech into a game-changing strike platform for global threats.

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Japan’s “Mini-Carriers” Help Form F-35 Deterrence “Air Wall” in Pacific

Japan’s F-35B-armed mini-carriers enhance Pacific allies’ air superiority, countering China with agile, powerful 5th-gen air power projection.

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