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Training of military personnel continues at the 151 Training Center. During the course, they teach planning and conducting a battle in defense and offensive, tactical medicine, and sniper work," the center's instructors say.
"Both mobilized and rotating military personnel are trained. Practice on the battlefield is carried out using the military version of the "laser tag" technology, which allows training to be as close as possible to combat conditions, as well as to effectively practice each exercise."
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Belarus says the Mi-35M is a "new helicopter", and not merely a modernization of earlier Mi-35s.

The newest Mi-35 helicopters entered service with the Belarusian army. Pilots today flew the first batch of aircraft. We receive these vehicles in accordance with the plan for the construction and development of the Armed Forces and military-technical development with Russia.

Modernized Mi-35M Hind attack helicopter

Israel moves troops to Gaza. Hamas forces continues attacks. Israel tanks sent to the Frontline battle. Hamas infiltrate southern Israel. #shorts #military #combat #israel #hamas #hamasattack #gazaunderattack

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The United States Air Force is soaring into the future with its highly classified next-generation air dominance program, set to replace the formidable F-22 Raptor. Today, we'll explore the intriguing details surrounding this sixth-generation stealth aircraft, known as the NGAD.

The NGAD is poised to be a game-changer, featuring exceptional maneuverability and stealth capabilities. With an extended range and high payload capacity, it's designed for peak performance in all weather conditions.

Equipped with cutting-edge sensors and AI technology, the NGAD boasts unprecedented situational awareness, making it a formidable force in detecting and tracking threats.

The NGAD is set to revolutionize the U.S. Air Force, enabling seamless integration with other aircraft, including drones and unmanned combat aerial vehicles, to create a networked air force that's more effective than ever before.

Thank you for joining us on this exploration of the next-generation air dominance program. Stay tuned for more updates on this remarkable advancement in aerial warfare.

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The Milkor 380 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV is the largest UAV to be manufactured in South Africa and on the African continent.

The Milkor 380 UAV has a 35 hours endurance, and can carry a payload of upto 210 kg.

Milkor 380 medium-altitude, long-endurance UAV has a 18.6 metre wingspan, and is fitted with an L3Harris Wescam MX-15 multispectral electro-optic/infrared (EO/IR) turret, and could also be fitted with Thales’ synthetic aperture radar (SAR) for maritime patrol applications, but gimbals of various sizes and weights can be fitted.

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