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The US repeatedly vetoed UN Security Council resolutions calling for peace in Gaza, hindering efforts for a ceasefire and supporting Israel's actions.
Despite an ICJ ruling in January ordering Israel to stop killing Palestinians, Israel has continued its deadly attacks on Gaza, with the US aiding by sending weapons.
The war on Gaza by Israel has caused a devastating humanitarian crisis, with tens of thousands of Palestinians killed or injured, and international bodies like the EU criticizing the violence.

Motorcycles offer high maneuverability and speed, but Western governments struggle with their high injury rates.
Using civilian pickups with mounted weapons can provide cost-effective mobility in combat scenarios.
ISIS's successful tactics in Mosul, using pickup trucks for mobility and heavy weapons, led to a quick victory over a larger force.

Cartels in Mexico use narrative warfare to depict strength and control in their propaganda videos.
There are unproven claims linking U.S. weapons to Mexican cartels through a video circulating on social media.
Cartels in Mexico have access to heavy weapons, sparking concern about escalating violence and an ongoing arms race.

Ukraine is seeking more modern weaponry and air defense systems to cope with Russian air power.
Russian attacks on Ukraine are causing real damage and stress, especially targeting critical infrastructure.
Ukraine has shown improvement in its air defense capabilities, successfully intercepting Russian missiles and drones.

AI is increasingly being used to control weapons of war, potentially removing humans from the decision-making process.
The debate around AI and weapon control has evolved over time, with concerns about ethics, errors, and biases in data.
War has a way of changing and accelerating technological developments, leading to the adoption of controversial systems on the battlefield.

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