US clears Australia to acquire new long-range missiles

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(file photo)Advanced guided missiles that have the capability to home in on enemy targets have been approved for sale to Australia. The missiles are designed to destroy enemy air defence systems and radar in order to protect Australian aircraft. Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images The Strix armed VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) Uncrewed Air System (UAS) by BAE Systems Australia. The US says Australia will have no problem integrating its weapons into its defence force. BAE Systems Australia unveiled the armed drone at the Avalon air show as defence chiefs focus on air power.
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Erling Haaland scores record goal in Manchester City's easy win at Bournemouth

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23 days ago Stuff.co.nz

Not again, Mother Nature: As more bad weather looms, Kiwis ask - how much more?

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23 days ago Stuff.co.nz

US sends long-range missiles to Ukraine - World Socialist Web Site

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28 days ago www.wsws.org

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1 month ago www.wsws.org

North Korea fired one long-range, two short-range missiles - SaltWire

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4 months ago www.saltwire.com

North Korea fired one long-range, two short-range missiles - Swissinfo

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4 months ago www.swissinfo.ch

Russian Fleet To Acquire New Hypersonic Missiles In 'coming Months'

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2 months ago www.i24news.tv

Why the US declined to send Ukraine long-range missiles, tanks

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28 days ago www.france24.com

Ukraine renews plea for long-range US missiles - Polskie Radio

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2 months ago polskieradio.pl

U.S. tells Ukraine it won't send long-range missiles - Politico

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29 days ago www.politico.com

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