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Russian drone hits Chinese ship off Ukraine before Putin meets Xi Jinping

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Ukraine says its territory is attacked overnight with 524 drones and 22 missiles.

Why this matters for military families

Changes in defense policy affect budgets, procurement, base operations, and long-term strategic positioning that shape where and how service members serve.

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Russian drone hits Chinese ship off Ukraine before Putin meets Xi Jinping

Why this matters for military families

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