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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package
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Quick Glance: US Sending New Patriot Missiles to Ukraine
- As part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, the U.S. will provide Ukraine with additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems, announced Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday.
- Discussing the need for Patriots, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting on Friday morning, where about 50 countries virtually gathered in a Pentagon-led session.
- Included in the new funding, the largest tranche of USAI aid sent so far, are the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) as well as Switchblade and Puma drones, counter-drone systems, and artillery.
- Months of deadlock among bitterly divided members of Congress over the funding led to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., having to form a bipartisan coalition to pass the bill.
Pentagon announces new $6 billion military aid package for Ukraine: The aid package, including Patriot missiles, is the largest yet
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DARPA's latest toy is a 20-foot, 12-ton tank that drives itself: Crew entirely optional
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US Air Force awards $13 bln Doomsday plane contract to Sierra Nevada: The U.S. Air Force said on Friday that it has awarded a $13 billion contract to Sierra ...
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US secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine after months of resistance: The US delivered long-range missiles to Ukraine earlier this month that the Biden ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
US Successfully Tests AI-Controlled Fighter Jet in F-16 Dogfight: An AI-controlled fighter jet, the X-62A VISTA, goes up against a human-piloted F-16 jet during ...
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U.S. Secretary of State Lloyd Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General CQ Brown speak after a virtual meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact ... Show more
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Pentagon set to send initial $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine once bill clears Senate and Biden
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Ex-NSA hacker and ex-Apple researcher launch startup to protect Apple devices: Two veteran security experts are launching a startup that aims to help other ...
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US Air Force narrows list to General Atomics, Anduril to build autonomous aircraft
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More than half US Air Force's B-2 stealth bombers stage mass fly-off: Photos show the mass fly-off of 12 B-2s at Whiteman Air Force Base earlier this week.
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US announces $1 billion package for Ukraine: The Defense Department announced a $1 billion package for Ukraine shortly after President Biden on Wednesday signed ...
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LIVE: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies to the House Appropriations Committee on Israel, Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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Darpa Shows Off A Beastly 12-Ton Electric Robot Tank With Glowing Eyes: The new testing included an autonomous route, which tested for mobility and demonstration ...
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US Army says coalition vessel engaged anti-ship ballistic missile launched from Yemen
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Continue co-op for countering misuse of information tech by terrorists: NSA: India will continue cooperation for countering misuse of information and ...
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Air Force Looking At Options Beyond The B-21 Raider Is Absolutely Necessary: The Air Force's top officer saying that more B-21s may not follow the first 100 ...
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Huge sleeping alligator holds up flights at Florida air force base: A 10-foot-long alligator laying by a plane wheel chock at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida ...
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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
Black Mystery Craft Spotted Slung Under Chinese H-6 Bomber: What is seen hanging underneath an H-6 in a recent picture is not a WZ-8 rocket drone ...
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Kenya's military chief, General Francis Ogolla, died in a helicopter crash along with nine other people Kenya's military chief among 10 people killed in helicopter crash | Reuters
Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First Time: The Army's Typhon system, which can fire Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles ...
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DARPA tests fully unmanned robotic fighting vehicles: DARPA, the U.S. military's research department, announced that it has tested fully unmanned robotic ...
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Nikki Haley welcomes husband home from year-long deployment - UPI.com: Former presidential contender and South Carolina governor Nikki Haley welcomed her ...
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Australia’s new defense strategy already behind the times: There have been a lot of defense announcements recently about buying new equipment ...
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“Stop Killing Palestinian Children!”: Activists Disrupt Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Hearing
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What Would $60 Billion in Ukraine War Aid Buy?: What would $60 billion buy? Lots of air-defense missiles and artillery ammunition, according to the Pentagon.
nytimes.com/2024/04/20/us/politics/weapons-aid-ukraine-military.html
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
U.S. unveils $1 billion Ukraine weapons package: Resupply of artillery ammunition, armored vehicles and air-defense missiles comes after Congress ...
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Army reservist who warned ahead of Maine’s shooting to testify before investigators
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How much do we really know about the Trump jury?
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Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults
- Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.
- Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.
- Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.
- Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.
New US Presidential Chopper Is Too Hot to Handle: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s capital. Today ...
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Ukraine war latest: US announces additional $6 billion in weapons for Ukraine: Key developments on April 26: * US to allocate additional $6 billion in military ...
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US Air Force B-1B bombers arrive at Incirlik base in Türkiye: Two U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers executed a routine training mission, designated as Bomber ...
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Textron to cut 1,500 jobs as program cancellations, weak demand hit results: Textron is expanding its restructuring plan to include about 1,500 job cuts ...
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Report Sounds Alarm Over Growing Role of Big Tech in US Military-Industrial Complex
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State Department reviewing plans to sanction IDF unit: Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been under extensive pressure from the Israeli government ...
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U.S. Army Soldiers Charged With Violent Crimes to Face More Scrutiny Under New Regulation
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US agrees to withdraw troops from key drone base in Niger: The United States agreed Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said ...
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US B-52 bombers land at international airport: U.S. Air Force long-range B-52 bombers from the 20th Bomb Squadron executed a landing at a civilian airfield as ...
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ACLU Sues to Uncover 'What the NSA Is Hiding' About Its Use of Artificial Intelligence
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Austin speaks with Chinese counterpart in first at-length conversation since 2022
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Trump could have helped response to Jan. 6 riot — but didn’t — per new testimony: Two senior leaders of the D.C. guard at the time of the Capitol attack painted ...
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US troops set to withdraw from Niger, State Department official says: US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell met with Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine ...
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U.S. to Withdraw Troops From Chad: The departure of U.S. military personnel in Chad and Niger comes as both countries are turning away from years of cooperation ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/us/politics/chad-us-troop-withdrawal.html
These photos show the manufacturing of 155 mm caliber shells at the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania ... Show more
Following months of delays, U.S. unveils $1B military package for Ukraine - UPI.com
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Japan helicopter crash: Flight data show no sign of mechanical failure: Japan's defense ministry says an initial analysis of flight data recorders recovered from ...
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Ukraine holds its breath as US set to approve $60bn of military aid: The Ukraine aid bill, passed in the United States’ House of Representatives on ...
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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
In Photos: Washington announced a major new military aid package for Ukraine on April 24. This is what the weaponry and equipment tranche ... Show more
What Ukraine's $61 Billion Weapons Package Looks Like
What Ukraine's $61 Billion Weapons Package Looks Like
Military court convicts US sailor of attempted espionage : A military court convicted a Navy sailor based in Japan on Friday for attempted espionage ...
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American nuclear submarine arrives in Scotland for visit: The U.S. Navy say that this port visit gives the USS Albany and her crew the opportunity to enjoy the ...
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US will send senior delegation to Niger to discuss withdrawing troops : The United States will send a delegation to Niger on Thursday to begin face-to-face talks ...
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"Top secret" is no longer the key to good intel in an AI world, report finds
axios.com/2024/04/16/ai-top-secret-intelligence
China-Russia-Iran Axis Is Bad News for Trump and GOP Isolationists: To understand what is at stake in the fight against the axis of China, Russia and Iran ...
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WATCH LIVE: Pentagon holds news briefing as Ukraine aid again considered in Congress
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Civilian Army financial counselor pleads guilty to stealing millions from Gold Star families - UPI.com
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One Country Expressed Interest In Buying The A-10, Air Force Secretary Says: The U.S. Air Force might find a buyer for its A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft once they ...
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'My Child Is Human': Palestinian American Mother Disrupts Austin Testimony: "Secretary Austin, why are you denying Israel's genocide in Gaza?" ...
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US Air Force B-1B bombers complete deployment across Europe: U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers recently completed a month-long deployment across Europe ...
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No final decision on withdrawing US troops from Niger and Chad, top official tells AP
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A US Navy patrol aircraft flew through the sensitive Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, just hours after a conversation between the Chinese and US defense chiefs ...
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US State Dept expects to finalize AUKUS trade exemptions in next 120 days: The U.S. State Department said on Friday it expects to finalize trade exemptions for ...
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US and China defence ministers in first significant contact since 2022: Pentagon says Lloyd Austin stressed importance of freedom of navigation in call with Dong ...
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Pentagon Preparing Package for Ukraine, Promising Armor, Artillery and Air Defenses ASAP
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China's newest aircraft carrier seen with mock-ups of aircraft: images: Images show the aircraft carrier Fujian hosting mock-ups of various aircraft ...
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Pentagon chief and top US general warn of consequences of delaying aid to Ukraine
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Russian Propaganda Predicts Big ATACMS Attacks the Kremlin Probably Can’t Stop: Moscow-friendly mil-bloggers mostly predicted the US-made missiles will hit air ...
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Palmer Luckey's start-up Anduril just proved it can take on legacy defense contractors and win
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Man dies after setting himself on fire outside Trump hush-money trial in Manhattan
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Appropriations Committee in the United States, accusing him of lying to the nation about the situation in Gaza. The US Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin ... Show more
Israel defense minister to Pentagon: We have no choice but to retaliate against Iran
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War on Gaza: Israel violating international and humanitarian law with US weapons, task force says
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