Spain wants its F-100 frigates to play a part in the U.S.-led European missile defense shield. Spanish military sources say both countries are negotiating a deal.
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X-37B’s mission stretches to one year
The second X-37B marked one year in orbit on Monday and there are no signs when it will return back to Earth.
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Libyan militias hoard MANPADs
A U.S. State Department official said Libyan militias are unlikely to give up their stockpiles of anti-aircraft missiles until they reach a broad political agreement with the government.
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Raytheon awarded U.S. Army contract for rocket interceptor. David’s Sling?
The U.S. Army gave Raytheon a $79.2 million contract to develop a system that will detect and destroy incoming rockets.
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Norway to buy about 50 F-35s
Norwegian Defense State Secretary Roger Ingebrigsten said on Monday that his country is finalizing plans for about 50 F-35s and he expects to pay about the same price as set in 2008.
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