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defense

[dih-fens, dee-fens] / dɪˈfɛns, ˈdi fɛns /




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He informed security Cabinet officials at a daily morning briefing held by Sheinbaum, which included the ministers of defense and navy, of his call with U.S. officials.

From Los Angeles Times

The prime minister had been scheduled to attend the Munich Security Conference to discuss transatlantic defense with allies, but cancelled his plans following the shooting.

From Barron's

The U.S. is the largest contributor to NATO, providing roughly 16% of its annual defense budget.

From Barron's

RTX recently became the latest defense contractor to announce agreements with the U.S. to build more missiles.

From MarketWatch

Tom Yu, a defense attorney who often represents cops accused of wrongdoing, said Hochman is handling things in a more fair and objective manner.

From Los Angeles Times