combat
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Its combat fleet also includes Russian MiG-29s and Belarusian Sukhoi Su-27s, most of which are inoperative or in reserve.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
China’s People’s Liberation Army is eager to learn from Russia’s combat experience in Ukraine, the report said, while Russia benefits from Chinese exports that support its arms industry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
To combat infestations, beekeepers often rely on chemical treatments, but these solutions can become less effective over time.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
For the first time, a joint agreement has been signed between nations to combat scamming.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
They made over nine thousand solo flights in their fast and dangerous Yak fighters—about half of those were combat missions, and 125 were air battles.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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