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• Daniel Martinez Garbuno
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed a firm order for four A350-900s and six A321neos, its first major purchase of Airbus jets. The move diversifies a fleet that currently comprises only Boeing jets, after Biman committed to 25 Boeing aircraft this year; Airbus deliveries are expected from 2033.
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed a firm order for four A350-900s and six A321neos, its first major purchase of Airbus jets. The move diversifies a fleet that currently comprises only Boeing jets, after Biman committed to 25 Boeing aircraft this year; Airbus deliveries are expected from 2033.
President Donald Trump’s decision to move U.S. B-1B bombers from a UK airbase, citing terror threats, has raised concerns among current and former British officials. They warn the move could encourage Iran and Russia to use proxies for sabotage attacks.
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