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Defence. Turkey ready to test Russian missile system

Tensions with the US could increase

As reported by local media yesterday evening, Thursday October 15, 2020, Turkey would be ready to test a Russian-made missile defense system, specifically the S-400. The operation should be completed today after Ankara has taken steps to limit the air and sea space off the Turkish Black Sea coast. The fact that it is relying on Russia for these missiles is frowned upon by analysts and experts. Indeed,...

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Ankara, Turkey, 10/16/2020 13:44
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

DefenseUSA give up F-35 planes and drones to erect the wall

$ 3.8 billion unlocked for the barrier between the United States and Mexico

The United States released yesterday another $ 3.8 billion to erect the wall on the US-Mexico border wanted by American President Donald Trump (see AVIONEWS). Pentagon could give up a substantial number... more

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