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How the Americans make war
Critics of the war effort say that's nothing to boast about. The fight was a mismatch. In fact, this was a breathtaking feat of arms. |
Landmine Danger Dropping
The number of deaths caused by landmines and unexploded ordnance has fallen to less than 10,000 a year from 26,000. |
Netherlands To Replace F-16s
To gradually replace the F-16s as of 2010 will cost at least 12 billion guilders – the largest Dutch military order ever. |
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A Gunship like an Airborne Tank
The latest round of attacks on the Taliban regime saw an old workhorse being used in a new war : the AC-130 Spectre gunship. |
US Psyops Over Afghanistan
"When you decide to surrender, approach US forces with your hands in the air." A new front in war against terrorism. |
Retired Generals Advise TV
With the war on terrorism out of camera range, TV networks are relying on former military leaders to explain the operations. |
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Small Arms Boom in East Africa
Trafficking in small arms and light weapons in East Africa is thriving. An AK-47 assault rifle costs now 2 cows - vs 10 in 1986. |
Democracy And The Draft
The French government has announced that it is immediately ending the system of mass conscription. |
Prepared for a Hot Summer
In prevision of a possible clashes in a city, the KFOR started a series of specific training exercises - for instance, riot control. |
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