A Canadian special forces soldier was killed by friendly fire from Iraqi Kurdish forces on Mar. 6 at approximately 3:50 p.m.
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FMS of 72 M31 GMLRS rocket pods to Jordan
The Obama administration has cleared the sale of 72 M31 Unitary Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS) Rocket Pods to Jordan.
“Army mlrs 1982 02“. Licensed under Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons.
Israeli General: Iranian Officers Have Taken Over Battle Against Syrian Rebels
A reserve Israeli general said Iran has taken over the fighting against rebels in southern Syria from government troops and Hezbollah.
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Taiwan’s Chief of the General Staff in secret visit to U.S.
Taiwan’s Chief of the General Staff Gen. Yen De-fa is reported to have made a visit to United States last weekend to meet with senior U.S. defense officials.
“Chief of the ROCA General Yen Teh-fa Opening Speech in ROCMA Open Day 20140531”，作者玄史生 – 自己的作品。采用CC0授权，来自维基共享资源。
USN exercise option year four for AN/PLT-5 IED jammer contract
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division has placed an order for more AN/PLT-5 IED jammers.
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Aselsan to produce radio communications products in Jordan
Turkish firm Aselsan intends to start a production line in Jordan for tactical radio communications equipment.
Project 2049: Taiwan has critical role in maritime component of U.S. rebalance to Asia
Project 2049 examines Taiwan’s naval role in the United States rebalance to Asia and concluded that the island is a capable naval partner that can provide the Pacific Command with intelligence and
early-warning information.
“ROCN kang ding class” by ROCN (Republic of China Navy) – Ministry of National Defense (ROC) website. Licensed under Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons.
New site gives MRE nutrition facts
The Pentagon’s Human Performance Resource Center has launched a website that will tell you how much calories you are wolfing down in your Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE).
“MRE contents” by Christopherlin – Own work. Licensed under Wikimedia Commons.
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Operation Atlantic Resolve may expand to more countries
Operation Atlantic Resolve may expand beyond Romania, Bulgaria to include Hungary, the Czech Republic and Georgia.
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Finland selects FN SCAR-L for its special forces
The FN SCAR-L assault rifle has been selected for Finland’s special forces. This will be the first 5.56×45 mm NATO calibre firearm for Finish defense forces.
“FN SCAR rifle” by Fabrique Nationale de Herstal USA. Original uploader was Marcus Aurelius Antoninus at en.wikipedia – Transferred from en.wikipedia; transfer was stated to be made by User:Marcus Aurelius Antoninus.
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