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Military: Organization primarily tasked with preparing for and conducting war
A military, also known collectively as an armed forces, are a heavily armed, highly organized force primarily intended for warfare. Militaries are typically authorized and maintained by a sovereign state, with their members identifiable by a distinct military uniform. They may consist of one or more military branches such as an army, navy, air force, space force, marines, or coast guard. The main task of a military is usually defined as defence of their state and its interests against external armed threats.

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'Military dwarf' Iran 'playing with fire' by launching unprecedented attack on Israel [Video]

'Military dwarf' Iran 'playing with fire' by launching unprecedented attack on Israel

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Russian Military Plane Crashes After Catching Flames Mid-Air, All Crew Members Lost | Oneindia [Video]

Russian Military Plane Crashes After Catching Flames Mid-Air, All Crew Members Lost | Oneindia

A Russian military cargo plane crashes in the Ivanovo region near Moscow, claiming 15 lives. This incident follows a similar tragedy involving a plane carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war. Russia..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:13Published
Russia and Ukraine both report overnight drone attacks [Video]

Russia and Ukraine both report overnight drone attacks

The General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces and the Russian Ministry of Defence both reported overnight drone attacks on Saturday morning.

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