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The defence ministry said the commanders "reviewed the current geopolitical situation, deliberated on the means to enhance operational preparedness and synergy of operations in the area of interest." "Discussions were also held on ensuring integrity of our borders and mitigating threats. Involved discussions and free exchange of ideas took place amidst an environment of bonhomie," it said in a statement.

Anthony Helcoop snapped pictures showing the Typhoons getting very close during the mission over West Pinchbeck, Lincolnshire at around 5pm last Thursday.

In Finland, Nato has trialled Typhoon and F-35A fighters in road landings for the first time, as part of a dispersed air combat operation.

Mahalapye police are investigating a distressing case involving a 26-year-old woman residing in Moana ward, Mahalapye.

Police are investigating a case in which a 36-year-old Mahalapye man was found hanging from the roof rafters in what appears to be a suicide incident.

Police have taken into custody a 28-year-old man from Bokaa ward in Shoshong, following the discovery of seven sachets of suspected dagga, also known as motokwane, in his possession.

The two RAF front line warplanes, which took off in Finland, can outmanoeuvre adversaries at a moment's notice

RAF fighter jets have landed and taken off from a regular road for the first time ever in a Finnish exercise.

Two frontline jets took off and landed on the single lane road in Tervo, Finland. The strip is usually used for normal road traffic but had been designed for an emergency landing.

Two frontline jets took off and landed on the single lane road in Tervo, Finland. The strip is usually used for normal road traffic but had been designed for an emergency landing.