Demonstrators injured during protests are alleging that police used excessive force, resulting in harm and distress, despite claims of peaceful assembly. This narrative stands in stark contrast to the widely reported violence against law enforcement and extensive damage caused during the Capitol breach, which led to multiple fatalities and subsequent suicides among officers. These demonstrators, some of whom may have received presidential pardons for their actions, are now seeking financial compensation from the police.
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South Korea has abandoned plans to acquire 36 additional Apache attack helicopters due to rising costs and the increasing vulnerability of helicopters in modern warfare. Funding for the program was nearly eliminated in a recent supplementary budget, with officials citing the need to shift defense priorities towards unmanned systems and advanced technologies. The decision reflects concerns about the cost-effectiveness of the Apache and the impact of drone and missile threats, as demonstrated in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This shift aligns with similar reevaluations of attack helicopter programs in the U.S., Japan, and Australia.
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