Europe
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Feb- 2022 -17 February
UK’s Fifth Astute-Class Submarine Completes First Practice Dive
The British Royal Navy’s fifth Astute-class nuclear submarine, the Anson, has completed its initial “trim dive'' at Devonshire Dock in the UK.
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17 February
Russia Flight Tests GPS-Guided Automated Cargo Parachute
Russian state Rostec subsidiary Technodinamika is flight-testing a GPS-guided, automated cargo parachute system.
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17 February
France’s Mali Pullout Clears Path for Rivals: Experts
The withdrawal of French troops from Mali marks a loss of influence for Europe in Africa, leaving the way open for other powers, experts say.
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17 February
Australia, UK Hail ‘Progress’ on Nuclear Subs Deal
Australia's bid to acquire nuclear-powered submarines is making "significant progress," the country said in a joint statement with Britain.
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17 February
UK Seeking GPS Alternative for Military Navigation
The UK Ministry of Defence has launched an initiative exploring alternatives to Global Navigation Satellite Systems for military navigation.
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16 February
Russian Planes Intercepted US Navy Aircraft Over Mediterranean: Pentagon
Three US Navy aircraft were intercepted by Russian planes in an "unprofessional" manner over the Mediterranean Sea last weekend, the Pentagon said.
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16 February
India to Receive Final Rafale Jets from France This Week
The last batch of three Rafale jets is scheduled to arrive in India from France this week, boosting Indian Air Force capabilities in the wake of a tense border dispute with neighboring China.
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16 February
Finland to Acquire GMLRS Rockets From US
Finland’s Defense Minister Antti Kaikkonen has approved a 70 million euro ($79.2 million) proposal to procure Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) ammunition from the US.
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16 February
UK, Japan to Jointly Develop Lethal Threat Sensor for Combat Jets
The UK and Japan have agreed to collaborate in the research and development of new, cutting-edge sensor technology for combat jets.
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16 February
Russia Announces End of Crimea Military Drills, Troops Leaving
Russia said military drills in Moscow-annexed Crimea had ended and that soldiers were returning to their garrisons.
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