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In search of new partners, Russia courts Gulf countries

MUSCAT, Oman — In a search for new economic and military partners, Russia has turned its focus to Gulf countries, as Moscow carries on its three-year war against Ukraine. On April 17, the emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, met with Russian President...
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Trump says Zelenskyy is prolonging war in Ukraine over Crimea question

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday lashed out at Ukraine’s president, saying Volodymyr Zelenskyy is prolonging the “killing field” after pushing back on ceding Crimea to Russia as part of a potential peace plan. Zelenskyy on Tuesday ruled out...
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Marines deploy drone-killing MADIS system for Balikatan drills

U.S. Marines will test one of the service’s newest counter-drone defense systems during this year’s Balikatan military exercise in collaboration with the Philippine military, according to the Marine Corps. Marines with the 3rd Littoral Anti-Air Battalion’s...
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Denmark to invest around $615 million to renew Navy, Home Guard fleets

PARIS — Denmark will invest about 4 billion Danish kroner (US$615 million) through 2033 in the country’s Navy and Home Guard fleets, aiming to improve surveillance and defense of the country’s home waters, the government said. The plans include the acquisition of four...
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