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Iraqi air force bombs Islamic State hideouts in mountains

There have been several Islamic State attacks in rural areas of northern Iraq recently. The Iraqi air force conducted airstrikes against the Islamic State (IS) in the Hamrin mountains today, the military announced. Iraqi pilots in Czech-made Aero L-159 Alca fighter jets bombed hideouts and equipment belonging to IS in …

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Morocco acquires Israeli anti-drone air defense system

Israel’s defense minister is expected in Rabat on Wednesday to finalize further deals. Morocco has acquired the Israeli-made Skylock Dome anti-drone air defense system, the Royal Armed Forces announced in a statement posted online Monday. The system, first revealed in February at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in …

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Libya’s elections could hinge on Turkey’s next move

As a new election law fueled tensions between Libyan warring actors, Turkey might push for the postponement of the elections if the Libyan prime minister’s candidacy is rejected. As controversy over the upcoming Libyan elections threatens to rekindle clashes between warring factions, the strategy Turkey will follow in the run-up …

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