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UK’s Ajax armoured vehicles set for £250mn funding boost despite delays
The UK’s Ajax armoured vehicles are set to receive a £250 million funding boost despite delays in their development. The additional defense spending is being funded through cuts to Whitehall departments, sparking backlash.
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