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Russian Recruits Sent to Ukraine with Just Days of Training

Russian Recruits Sent to Ukraine with Just Days of Training

MOSCOW — Less than two weeks after joining the army, Ivan was on the frontlines of Russia’s offensive in eastern Ukraine and taking part in attacks on Ukrainian positions.

Ivan, 31, who requested anonymity to protect his safety, said he received just five days of training before being transfer…

US, Allies Weigh Providing Western Fighter Jets to Ukraine

US, Allies Weigh Providing Western Fighter Jets to Ukraine

Senior U.S. officials acknowledged Wednesday that the United States and its allies are considering whether to provide Ukraine with new fighter jets and the training needed to operate them, a move that would dramatically expand Western involvement in the war with Russia.

Gen. Charles Brown, chief …

Textron Wins $354M for XM204 Top-Attack Munitions

Textron Wins $354M for XM204 Top-Attack Munitions

Textron Systems Corp., Wilmington, Massachusetts, was awarded a $353,980,000 firm-fixed-price contract for the production and delivery of the Munition, Wide Area: Top Attack, XM204, Trainer; the Munition, Wide Area: XM98; and spare parts.

Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. W…

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