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Asia Pacific
Taliban Aiming to Create ‘Grand Army’ for Afghanistan
The Taliban are creating a "grand army" for Afghanistan that will include officers and troops who served the old regime.
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Africa
Morocco Creates New Military Zone Along Algeria Border
Morocco has established a new military zone bordering Algeria amid mounting tensions between the two North African countries.
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Europe
Putin Orders Russian Military to Act as ‘Peacekeepers’ in Ukraine Regions
President Vladimir Putin on Monday ordered Russia's military to "maintain peace" in two breakaway regions of Ukraine.
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Europe
Egypt, France Kick Off Military Drills in Mediterranean
Egypt has kicked off joint air and naval drills with France, one of its biggest arms suppliers, in the Mediterranean.
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Africa
Nearly 60 Rebel Fighters ‘Neutralized’ in Mali: Army
Eight soldiers and 57 "terrorists" were killed in clashes at a rebel base in northern Mali where rival jihadist groups are active.
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Europe
Belarus Says Russian Forces to Remain for More Drills
Belarus said joint exercises involving Russia and Belarus forces were being extended due to tension over Ukraine.
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Africa
Stray Nigeria Air Strike Kills Seven Children in Niger: Governor
An air strike by the Nigerian army targeting 'bandits' has left seven children dead and five others wounded "by mistake" in southern Niger.
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Asia Pacific
Australian PM Terms China Laser Incident ‘Intimidation’
Australia's PM accused China of an "act of intimidation" after Canberra said a Chinese naval vessel shone a laser at one of the country's defense aircraft.
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Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion
UAE Drone Conference Warns of Rising Threat
The UAE warned of the rising threat of drone attacks, as Middle East militants rapidly acquire a taste for the cheap and easily accessible unmanned systems.
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