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Thirty nations. One target. 💥🌊 Allies and partners participating in #RIMPAC2026 recently completed two successful sinking exercises, combining ships, aircraft, weapons and personnel from across the globe to test live-fire proficiency and the ability to operate together at sea. Thirty nations, 30 ships, five submarines, 15 national land forces,...

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