military branch for ground warfare
UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
news.sky.com/story/uk-to-increase-defence-spending-to-2-5-of-gdp-meaning-tens-of-billions-of-pounds-of-extra-funding-13121450
Australians with ADHD say they struggle to join the defence force, now there are calls for change
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/people-with-adhd-struggle-to-join-australia-armed-forces/103553606
Estonian Foreign Ministry on Russian strike on Chernihiv: This wouldn't have happened if Ukraine had everything they asked to protect their skies
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451645/
Britain has 77,000 former troops liable for call out: Britain has 22,676 Army Regular Reservists with recall liability under Section 22 of the Reserve Forces Act ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-has-77000-former-troops-liable-for-call-out/
Why defence spending boost won’t really put UK on a war footing: Military experts claim Russia, China and North Korea show what preparing for war looks like as ...
inews.co.uk/news/defence-spending-boost-no-uk-war-footing-3022374
Gaza war has had negative impact on human rights, says US state department: Arbitrary or unlawful killings, enforced disappearance, torture and unjustified ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/22/israel-gaza-impact-human-rights
About 1,300 people from Myanmar flee into Thailand after clashes broke out in a key border town
english.elpais.com/international/2024-04-20/about-1300-people-from-myanmar-flee-into-thailand-after-clashes-broke-out-in-a-key-border-town.html
Quick Glance: Refugees Flee Violence in Southeastern Myanmar
- Thousands of people from Myanmar’s Kayin (Karen) State have fled to Thailand to escape the fighting between the junta and ethnic Karen troops.
- The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) captured the last military outpost in Myawaddy, leading to retreat and reinforcement by junta forces.
- The battles intensified, causing an influx of refugees crossing the Moei River into Thailand, with Thai authorities offering humanitarian aid.
- Thailand is fortifying its border defenses and providing assistance to refugees as the situation remains tense along the border.
Niger, US begin talks on withdrawal of American troops | Africanews: "We can confirm that discussions have begun between the United States and Niger for ...
africanews.com/2024/04/24/niger-us-begin-talks-on-withdrawal-of-american-troops/
UK intel: Russia plans to bypass Vuhledar defenses amid heavy losses, after capturing Donetsk's Novomykhailivka - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/23/uk-intel-russia-plans-to-bypass-vuhledar-defenses-amid-heavy-losses-after-capturing-donetsks-novomykhailivka/
More than 14 killed as violence flares in West Bank: Israeli forces killed 14 Palestinians during a raid in the occupied West Bank, while an ambulance driver was ...
rte.ie/news/world/2024/0421/1444773-israel-gaza/
Britain has 77,000 former troops liable for call out: Britain has 22,676 Army Regular Reservists with recall liability under Section 22 of the Reserve Forces Act ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-has-77000-former-troops-liable-for-call-out/
What air defence systems does the UK use?: The UK's air defence arsenal includes advanced missile systems across the Royal Navy, British Army ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/what-air-defence-systems-does-the-uk-use/
US agrees to withdraw troops from key drone base in Niger: The United States agreed Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said ...
france24.com/en/africa/20240420-us-agrees-to-withdraw-troops-from-key-drone-base-in-niger
Transgender Thai beauty queens shock army by turning up for military service, striking good looks stun social media
scmp.com/news/people-culture/gender-diversity/article/3258357/transgender-thai-beauty-queens-shock-army-turning-military-service-striking-good-looks-stun-social
What we know so far about the alleged spies accused of plotting attacks in Germany for Russia
thelocal.de/20240419/what-we-know-so-far-about-the-alleged-spies-accused-of-plotting-attacks-in-germany-for-russia
Did you know this familiar military march has Malay lyrics?: Fun fact: We are just 114 days away from celebrating Singapore's 59th year of independence on ...
asiaone.com/lifestyle/did-you-know-familiar-military-march-has-malay-lyrics
Israel launches attacks targeting army position in Syria : Israel launched targeted strikes at Syria's army position in the South, said the Syrian ...
wionews.com/world/israel-launches-attacks-targeting-army-position-in-syria-713201
Russian Cyberattack Group Sandworm Linked to Bold Attacks on Critical US Infrastructure, Water Utilities
techtimes.com/articles/303700/20240417/russian-cyberattack-group-sandworm-linked-bold-attacks-critical-infrastructure-water.htm
Army explores hiring civilians to guard supplies as population shrinks : The Korean Army is exploring the possibility of entrusting the private sector with ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/205_373067.html
Iran's attack against Israel shows Revolutionary Guards are toughening their stance
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/18/iran-s-attack-against-israel-shows-revolutionary-guards-are-toughening-their-stance_6668810_4.html
Quick Glance: Iran's Revolutionary Guards Influencing Islamic Republic's Foreign Policy Since US Withdrawal from Nuclear Deal
- Since the US withdrawal from the nuclear deal in 2018, the regime's ideological army has significantly influenced the Islamic Republic's foreign policy.
- The Swiss ambassador in Iran was not received by diplomatic representatives of the Foreign Ministry on April 14, but by the Revolutionary Guards, who initiated the 'Honest Promise' operation and fired projectiles at Israel.
- The military operation 'Honest Promise,' led by the aerospace branch of the Islamic Republic's ideological army, highlights the Revolutionary Guards' control over the country's affairs.
- Iran's direct attack on Israel on April 14 was a strategic decision to prevent escalation following the death of General Mohammad Reza Zahedi, who was killed in April.
US Army botched $1 billion upgrade of the Stryker armored vehicle's gun : Fearing its Stryker armored vehicles risked being outgunned, the US Army rushed to arm ...
businessinsider.com/us-army-botched-1-billion-upgrade-of-stryker-armored-gun-2024-4
Defying Niger exit order leaves U.S. troops vulnerable, whistleblower says: A U.S. Air Force leader in Niger made a whistleblower complaint to Congress raising ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/17/niger-air-force-whistleblower/
Defence spending gets $50 billion boost over next decade: The funding boost comes following last year's Defence Strategic Review, which argued Australia ...
9news.com.au/national/defence-spending-australia-national-strategy-integrated-investment-program/bceed0f7-971a-4c9b-bcb4-d4d76931c070
Russia Arrests Four Accused of Helping Ukraine Army: Russia arrested four people Wednesday, accusing them of sending money to Ukrainian armed forces and planning ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/russia-arrests-four-accused-of-helping-ukraine-army-a84872
Ex-Army staffer pleads guilty in massive life-insurance scheme : After a Washington Post investigation, authorities charged ex-Army counselor Caz Craffy with ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/16/army-life-insurance-scheme-caz-craffy/
Army launches blood donation campaign | kuwaittimes: Army launches blood donation campaign - Kuwait - KUWAIT: The Kuwaiti army has launched a blood donation ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13214/kuwait/other-news/army-launches-blood-donation-campaign/
How Iranian drones went into action from Yemen to Ukraine to Israel: LONDON: In July 2018, a senior Iranian official made an announcement that raised eyebrows ...
arabnews.com/node/2493191/middle-east
Germany to send new missiles to Ukraine as army struggles on eastern front: Germany says it will hand over Patriot air defence system and missiles ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/13/germany-to-send-new-missiles-to-ukraine-as-army-struggles-on-eastern-front
Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine
- The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.
- Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.
- Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.
- Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.
Israel, Hamas dampen hopes for speedy Gaza truce deal: Israel and Hamas both dampened hopes of a speedy breakthrough in Cairo talks towards a Gaza truce and ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0408/1442238-gaza-israel/
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Israeli army withdraws from al-Shifa Hospital: Israeli military withdraws from Gaza’s main hospital after a two-week raid ...
aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/1/israels-war-on-gaza-live-twenty-one-al-shifa-patients-have-died-amid-siege-who
Quick Glance: Netanyahu Revives Push to Shut Down Al Jazeera in Israel
- Netanyahu called for Knesset to pass legislation to allow immediate closure of Al Jazeera in Israel.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revived a push to close down Al Jazeera in Israel.
- The bill would grant the prime minister and communications minister authority to shut down foreign networks posing security risks.
- The renewed efforts come amidst significant protests against Netanyahu's handling of the war with Hamas.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 175: The number of people killed in Israel’s war on Gaza since October 7 has risen to 32,623.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/29/israels-war-on-gaza-list-of-key-events-day-175
Are Sudan’s civil society activists being targeted by both warring sides?: Sudan’s warring parties are using food as a weapon and targeting local activists for ...
aljazeera.com/features/2024/4/1/are-sudans-civil-society-activists-being-targeted-by-both-warring-sides
Russians who desert the military face criminal charges: Ex-soldiers deserting the Russian army are prosecuted in Russia and face obstacles in receiving asylum in ...
euronews.com/2024/04/12/russian-deserters-in-limbo-facing-criminal-charges-and-unanswered-asylum-claims
Quick Glance: Russian Soldiers Desert Putin's War Without Hero's Welcome Abroad
- Thousands of Russian soldiers desert the army to escape the war in Ukraine.
- Soldiers face criminal charges in Russia and seek asylum in the West, living in hiding.
- Western nations grapple with the dilemma of Russian soldiers as spies, criminals, or heroes.
- Rise in asylum claims by Russians, but few are granted protection, raising concerns over national security risks.
Congo brings back the death penalty: And it is cracking down on government critics
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/11/congo-brings-back-the-death-penalty
Dozens trapped in Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital under inhumane conditions: Dozens of patients and medical staffers are trapped in the Al-Shifa Medical Complex ...
standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001492446/dozens-trapped-in-gazas-al-shifa-hospital-under-inhumane-conditions
Singapore Army files police report against biker involved in PIE squabble who claims to be military policeman
asiaone.com/singapore/singapore-army-files-police-report-against-biker-involved-pie-squabble-who-claims-be
Russia puts more Kremlin critics on a wanted list as its crackdown on dissent reaches new levels
arabnews.com/node/2491311/world
Israel announces first successful interception using Iron Dome naval system: Drone shot down with C-Dome system near Eilat in southern Israel, army says
yenisafak.com/en/world/israel-announces-first-successful-interception-using-iron-dome-naval-system-3680979
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Austria buys GRF vehicles for its special operations forces: Austria's Ministry of Defense signed the contract with Netherlands-based Defenture for the ...
defence-blog.com/austria-buys-grf-vehicles-for-its-special-operations-forces/
Lukoil reports re-launching processing unit at Volgograd refinery after it was attacked by drones on 4th February. Unit at Nizhniy Novgorod refinery set to ...
russia.liveuamap.com/en/2024/10-april-lukoil-reports-relaunching-processing-unit-at-volgograd
India and China in race to transform military, bolster firepower this year: India-China military modernization: While Indian armed forces look to enhance joint ...
business-standard.com/external-affairs-defence-security/news/india-and-china-in-race-to-transform-military-bolster-firepower-this-year-124040800952_1.html
Russian Attack Kills 7 in Ukraine's Kharkiv: A series of Russian attacks on Ukraine's second city of Kharkiv killed seven people and wounded a dozen more ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/06/russian-attack-kills-7-in-ukraines-kharkiv-a84759
We should not draw any red lines. Dutch Defence Minister Ollongren on cooperation in armament production and F-16s in Ukrainian sky
pravda.com.ua/eng/articles/2024/03/21/7447529/
Land portions from 10 cantonment boards to be run by local bodies: At present, cantonment boards provide civic services like trade licence, birth and death ...
indianexpress.com/article/india/land-portions-from-10-cantonment-boards-to-be-run-by-local-bodies-9257140/
Kosovo Starts First Census In More Than A Decade; Serb Party Vows To Boycott: Kosovo officials have begun conducting the country's first census in over a decade ...
rferl.org/a/kosovo-census-serb-boycott/32892432.html
Former US National Guard member facing child pornography charges joins Russian army - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/04/former-us-national-guard-member-facing-child-pornography-charges-joins-russian-army/
Holyoke councilor: Video reportedly shows him joining Russian army: A video posted Wednesday to a Russian social media channel reportedly shows the 28-year-old ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/05/metro/holyoke-council-russian-army-video/
Implementing Artificial Intelligence in Indian Army – A Spinning Exercise: On July 11, Rajnath Singh, launched 75 newly developed AI technologies during the ...
financialexpress.com/opinion/implementing-artificial-intelligence-in-indian-army-a-spinning-exercise/3442967/
Zelensky Says Russia Plans to Mobilize 300K Troops by June: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday that Russia’s military plans to draft some 300 ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/03/zelensky-says-russia-plans-to-mobilize-300k-troops-by-june-a84730
What does US improving ties with Pakistan mean for India
deccanherald.com/opinion/what-does-us-improving-ties-with-pakistan-mean-for-india-2961550
‘If every Army officer is graded outstanding, it would defeat very purpose of appraisal’: Defence Ministry to Delhi High Court
indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/if-every-army-officer-is-graded-outstanding-it-would-defeat-very-purpose-of-appraisal-defence-ministry-to-delhi-high-court-9250836/
UPSC Announces Final Results Of 2023 NDA And Naval Academy Examination Held In September 2023
india.com/education/union-public-service-commission-upsc-announces-final-results-of-2023-national-defense-academy-nda-and-naval-academy-examination-held-on-september-3-2023-6833542/
Russia says it has seen jump in army recruitment in wake of deadly concert hall attack
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Implementing Artificial Intelligence in Indian Army – A Spinning Exercise: On July 11, Rajnath Singh, launched 75 newly developed AI technologies during the ...
financialexpress.com/opinion/implementing-artificial-intelligence-in-indian-army-a-spinning-exercise/3442967/
US opposes China supporting Russian aggression in Ukraine – US State Department: The United States is concerned about the increased cooperation between Moscow ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/2/7449209/
Why did Poland dismiss a general involved in assisting Ukraine?: A new scandal is unfolding in Poland! The Ministry of National Defence has all of a sudden ...
eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/1/7182841/
E-7 Wedgetail to enter service next year: It has been revealed that Britain's new E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning aircraft will fly this year and enter ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/e-7-wedgetail-to-enter-service-next-year/
Saleh hails Gen Muhoozi return to army leadership : Gen Saleh says the First Son’s return to the army must be for good
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/saleh-hails-gen-muhoozi-return-to-army-leadership--4572390
Poland recalls Eurocorps commander amid investigation: The opposition says the way in which the case was handled "brings international shame on Poland".
notesfrompoland.com/2024/03/28/poland-recalls-eurocorps-commander-amid-investigation/
Quick Glance: Poland recalls Eurocorps leader amidst inquiry
- Following an investigation by the Polish Military Counterintelligence Service (SKW), Poland has removed the commander of the Eurocorps.
- The defense ministry announced on Wednesday afternoon that Gromadziński was recalled from Strasbourg immediately due to inspection proceedings initiated by the SKW regarding his security clearance.
- Subsequently, Lieutenant General Piotr Błazeusz was appointed as Gromadziński’s replacement to lead the Eurocorps.
- Reports suggested that EU and NATO allies were not informed in advance of Gromadziński’s recall, a claim refuted by Poland’s current defense minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.
Drone fragments found in south-eastern Romania, close to the Ukrainian border: The Romanian Army recently confirmed that it has found fragments “which seem to ...
romania-insider.com/drone-fragments-found-romania-close-ukrainian-border-march-2024
Romanian officials mark 20 years of NATO membership: Romanian officials marked 20 years since the country joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on ...
romania-insider.com/romania-20-years-nato-membership-march-2024
They once grew saffron, apples & almonds. In 1955, the army leased their land, then took it over in 2010 & built Srinagar airport ... Show more @wseef_t @thebasupunk
UPSC Key—28th March, 2024: Wage Rates under MGNREGA, India TB Report 2024 and Female Labour Force Participation Rate
indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-key-28th-march-2024-wage-rates-under-mgnrega-india-tb-report-2024-and-female-labour-force-participation-rate-9238631/
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New Commander Chosen for Eurocorps: General Piotr Błazeusz to Replace Gromadziński
polanddaily24.com/new-commander-chosen-for-eurocorps-general-piotr-blazeusz-to-replace-gromadzinski/politics/39601
U.S. on Israeli spy agency warning anti-Netanyahu activist in California: 'We oppose intimidating individuals
haaretz.com/us-news/2024-03-25/ty-article/.premium/u-s-on-shin-bets-warning-to-israeli-in-california-we-oppose-intimidating-individuals/0000018e-76eb-d96c-af9f-7eebb7c90000
Ambassador of Belarus to Russia Dmitriy Krutoy says Belarusian security service helped Russian colleagues to capture terrorists before crossing the border ...
russia.liveuamap.com/en/2024/23-march-ambassador-of-belarus-to-russia-dmitriy-krutoy-says
China ups ante on Arunachal Pradesh, asserts its claim yet again in a month: Beijing, Mar 25 (PTI) China on Monday continued to claim that Arunachal Pradesh is ...
deccanherald.com/world/china-continues-to-harp-on-its-claim-over-arunachal-pradesh-2951431
Military Digest: Single-class versus mixed regiments in Indian Army: a decades-old debate
indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/single-class-versus-mixed-regiments-in-indian-army-a-decades-old-debate-9231331/
Indians caught in Russia-Ukraine conflict | The dream chasers who got inducted into a war
thehindu.com/news/national/indians-caught-in-russia-ukraine-conflict-the-dream-chasers-who-got-inducted-into-a-war/article67981163.ece
Government seeks to use army in domestic operations: Ministers Patricia Bullrich and Luis Petri announced a security package that would change Argentina’s ...
buenosairesherald.com/politics/government-seeks-to-use-army-in-domestic-operations
Afghan govt should prevent terror attacks from its soil: State Dept : WASHINGTON: Following Pakistan's strikes in Afghanistan on Tehreek-e-Taliban hideouts ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1169939-afghan-govt-should-prevent-terror-attacks-from-its-soil-state-dept
India slams China for 'absurd' and 'baseless' comments over Arunachal Pradesh tunnel
wionews.com/india-news/india-slams-china-for-absurd-and-baseless-comments-over-arunachal-pradesh-state-701850
Putin army's advances slow but Ukraine forces with munitions shortages 'struggling to hold positions' - UK
standard.co.uk/news/politics/vladimir-putin-ukraine-russia-advance-slow-munition-shortages-b1146770.html
French Army: Russia's statements regarding sending our forces to Ukraine are irresponsible and misleading. Live Universal Awareness Map Liveuamap is a leading ...
liveuamap.com/en/2024/19-march-french-army-russias-statements-regarding-sending
Quick Glance: Putin Threatens to Create 'Sanitary Zone' in Non-Occupied Parts of Ukraine
- Putin claims NATO soldiers are dying in Ukraine in large numbers
- In a speech after the Presidential poll, Putin threatens to create a 'sanitary zone' in non-occupied parts of Ukraine
- Explosions reported in Kryvyi Rih and Kremenchuk in the Poltava region
- Russian aviation conducted airstrikes in various parts of Ukraine, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Nepalis Stuck in the Russian Army: A Familiar Tale for Nepal: Once again, Kathmandu finds itself ill-equipped to defend the interests of its citizens abroad.
thediplomat.com/2024/03/nepalis-stuck-in-the-russian-army-a-familiar-tale-for-nepal/
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Bracknell MP James Sunderland: 'give old weapons to army cadets': James Sunderland said old uniforms and weapons which would otherwise be disposed of would be ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/24196908.bracknell-mp-james-sunderland-give-old-weapons-army-cadets/
US Army explores potential boundaries of future warfighting: From the National Training Center and Camp Pendleton, California, to White Sands Missile Range ...
defence-blog.com/us-army-explores-potential-boundaries-of-future-warfighting/
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