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Forces

British  
/ ˈfɔːsɪz /

plural noun

  1. the armed services of a nation

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The counterattacks likely leveraged Russian forces' lack of access to Starlink, which has disrupted communications, the ISW said.

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With its tech able to control multiple devices simultaneously, Breaker said it can help defense forces overcome shortages of qualified operators, all of whom need security clearances and background checks.

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The secretary issued a “letter of censure” against Sen. Kelly “for conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline in the armed forces and conduct unbecoming an officer.”

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Ms. Pirro had sought an indictment for interfering with the loyalty, morale or discipline of the U.S. armed forces.

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But despite the town’s walkability and neighborliness, the mine was governed by global forces.

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