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Briefing: Russian military plane crash kills 29 in occupied Crimea

Strategic angle: Russian authorities say a technical malfunction caused the An-26 to crash into a cliff.

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Hegseth ends suspension of US Army pilots who flew near Kid Rock's home

President Trump comments on the incident involving helicopters near the musician's residence.

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Briefing: France and Japan need a reciprocal access agreement to strengthen their military cooperation

Strategic angle: In light of Emmanuel Macron's visit to Japan, Paris and Tokyo must enhance their military collaboration amidst growing threats.

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Briefing: Deterrent or danger: After Iran, are Saudi Arabia and Turkey next in line for nuclear weapons?

Strategic angle: The nuclear threat in the Middle East is growing due to the Iran war, prompting concerns about other nations pursuing nuclear capabilities.

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Briefing: Iran has 'necessary will' to end war but seeking guarantees, President Masoud Pezeshkian says

Strategic angle: US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth warns that the next days of the Iran war will be 'decisive'.

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Briefing: Israeli army clashes with Palestinians during north Jerusalem raid

Strategic angle: Israeli army clashes with Palestinians during an overnight raid in Kafr Aqab north of Jerusalem.

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Houthis fire missiles at Israel, Iran's missile toll revealed and Tiger Woods arrest

A series of significant events unfold, including missile attacks and a high-profile arrest.

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Briefing: Netanyahu says Iran war goals achieved 'beyond halfway point' as strikes continue across Middle East

Strategic angle: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims significant military progress in the ongoing conflict, with no timeline set for resolution.

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Myanmar clears path for junta leader to become president

Min Aung Hlaing has been replaced by a close ally as military commander. He will now face a three-way vote for president by a parliament mostly loyal to the army.

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Briefing: Nadim Houry warns: Israel is no longer just fighting Hezbollah, 'it’s waging war on Lebanon'

Strategic angle: Nadim Houry discusses the implications of Israel's military actions in Lebanon, highlighting a deeper structural impasse.

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Briefing: Army reviewing after helicopters hovered alongside Kid Rock's swimming pool as he saluted

Strategic angle: The Army has launched an administrative review following an incident involving Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's home.

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Briefing: New forensic tool provides intelligence to link serial killer victims by analyzing facial similarities

Strategic angle: Researchers at Murdoch University have developed a forensic intelligence tool to help police link victims of serial offenders through facial analysis.

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Pete Hegseth's Broker Attempted Defense Investments Before Iran War

Financial Times reports on controversial investment moves amid rising tensions.

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Ukraine signs 10-year defence deal with arms producer Bulgaria, Zelenskyy says

The agreement with Bulgaria comes hot on the heels of a raft of similar deals Zelenskyy inked with partners in the Gulf.

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IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri Killed in Operation, Israel Claims

The death of Tangsiri highlights escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route.

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Briefing: Zelensky hails 'historic' defence agreements with Gulf states

Strategic angle: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces significant defense partnerships with Middle Eastern nations amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Briefing: US not 'postured' for another Iraq 2003: Iran maintains vast, 'high-quality military capability'

Strategic angle: An analysis of the military dynamics between the US and Iran reveals significant operational capabilities.

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Briefing: Thousands of Lebanese trapped behind Israeli frontlines rely on humanitarian aid

Strategic angle: The humanitarian crisis in Southern Lebanon is reaching a breaking point as evacuation orders and military expansions complicate the situation.

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Briefing: New Israeli defence budget 'another indication of breach between people and government'

Strategic angle: Israel’s parliament passed its annual budget, raising concerns about the disconnect between the government and its citizens.

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Israel army reports war's first missile attack from Yemen

Yemen's Houthi movement threatens military intervention amid escalating conflict.