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Iran’s space program attracted equal attention and criticisms as its nuclear and missile programs did. There…
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One of the key questions facing Australia is how to deter China and what exactly needs…
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Sikorsky and Boeing estimated that their Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) would eventually cost $3.6 billion less than…
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A new order may be emerging in the Middle East, but how it is emerging does…
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A major aspect in shaping Australia’s approach to enhanced deterrence is greater sustainability for the ADF…
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