Security

Brazilian Air Force, Embraer launch study for surveillance fleet

SANTIAGO, Chile — Brazil’s Air Force and Embraer are beginning a joint study to look into adapting aircraft already in service to carry out intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions, the local firm announced April 10. The head of the Air Force, Gen....
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Armenia deepens military ties with Western allies

MILAN — The European Union has announced a milestone decision that involves pumping millions of euros into Armenia’s industries in an attempt to pull the country closer to Western allies and away from its historical ally, Russia. Following talks last week in Brussels...
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British Navy ships to carry drone-zapping lasers by 2027

COLOGNE, Germany — British naval vessels are set to receive new laser weapons within a few years’ time that will make shooting down a missile or a drone as affordable as a pint of ale in central London. The technology goes by the name of DragonFire, developed by MBDA...
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AUKUS allies float path for Japan to join tech sharing pact

The U.S. is inviting Japan to be a potential partner on part of the trilateral AUKUS pact that aims to deepen top-secret technology sharing and joint development on advanced defense capabilities. The White House on Wednesday, during Japanese Prime Minister Fumio...
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