New US commander to review strategy in Afghanistan
Washington: President Barack Obama's choice to lead US and NATO forces in Afghanistan has been asked to carry out a review...
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Demand for Special Operators Could Strain Force
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NATO set for major troop cuts in Kosovo
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Oman Air Force Acquires C-130J Super Hercules
MARIETTA, Ga: Lockheed Martin has signed a contract with the Sultanate of Oman for a C-130J Super Hercules. The aircraft, to...
Global Military Expenditure Set New Record In 2008
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Finnish Air Force Covers Army in Exercise
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Taiwan war game simulates Chinese attack
Taipei: Taiwan held a virtual military exercise Friday, simulating an invasion of the island by China despite warming ties between the...
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