organization primarily tasked with preparing for and conducting war
Army Gen. Mark Milley delivered a full-throated defense of democracy and ...
Gen. Milley delivers defense of democracy and swipes at Trump in farewell address
Quick Glance: US General Milley Criticizes Trump Upon Retirement
- US General Mark Milley retires after a four-year tenure.
- Milley emphasizes that US troops take an oath to the Constitution and not to a 'wannabe dictator'.
- Milley made the statement during a ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall near Washington.
- Milley handed over command to General Charles Q. Austin.
The Ukrainian Navy and Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence have managed to ...
Ukraine brings back paratroopers hiding under occupation for more than a year and a half
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy rejected a bipartisan Senate proposal to keep agencies funded ...
House GOP hardliners block spending stopgap with shutdown looming
Quick Glance: North Texas federal employees prepare for upcoming government shutdown
- Federal employees in North Texas seeking assistance from local food banks and community centers.
- A shutdown is unnecessary and avoidable, hopefully it doesn't happen.
- Sen. Patty Murray blocked the proposal but argued for continued pay for all federal workers.
- Ted Cruz would pause his paychecks in the event of a shutdown.
The military will provide help with analysis, logistics and explosives handling, the PM says.
Sweden gangs
Army to help police after surge in killings
Quick Glance: Swedish PM convenes army and police chiefs to address gang violence
- Sweden's prime minister has called for a meeting with the head of the armed forces and the police commissioner to tackle the increase in gang-related violence.
- At least 11 individuals have been victims of the violence in September.
- The opposition Social Democrats are advocating for a change in the law to allow military assistance in combating gang violence.
- The police estimate that approximately 30,000 people in Sweden are directly linked to gang crime.
A senator in Kenya has criticised sports bodies for failing to act after a dog chased runner Robert Kimutai Ng’eno during last week's Buenos Aires marathon in ... Show more
Twice a year more than 100,000 conscripts are drafted into basic military ...
Deployment in Ukraine optional
Russia will draft new conscripts from October 1st
Quick Glance: Ukraine Exposes Russian Chaos Agents
- Ukraine has revealed Russian chaos agents to the world.
- Public support for Ukraine remains relatively stable ahead of the US elections.
- The American voter is not voting based on the Ukraine policy.
- President Trump will recognize that supporting the Ukrainian people and rebuilding Ukraine makes the most sense for the United States, Ukraine, and his own legacy.
Sweden's center-right government wants to take tougher action against gang crime - The military should also be deployed.
Eleven dead in one month: In Sweden, violence between criminal gangs is ...
Wave of violence
Sweden's head of government wants to use military against gang crime
Quick Glance: Swedish Prime Minister to Deploy Military Against Gang Crime
- Violence between criminal gangs escalates in Sweden with eleven deaths in a month
- Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson resorts to drastic measures
- Military to be called upon for assistance following recent clashes between rival gangs
- Wave of violence centered around the Foxtrot network: connections to fatal incidents
These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Sept. 30, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
UK Chief of Defence Staff, Admiral Tony Radakin ...
Chief of UK Defence Staff
Strikes on Russian Black Sea Fleet prove that Ukraine holds initiative
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree to start the autumn conscription to the Russian Armed ...
Putin signs decree to conscript 130,000 Russians
Still hunting for its first gold after more than a week of the 19th Asian Games action ...
Team PH parades its greatest chance at gold in EJ Obiena
If they deviate from Kremlin propaganda, Russian military bloggers must expect ...
Hunters about Romania warning
"Russia wants to turn Black Sea into Russian Sea"
Quick Glance: Romania warns of NATO confrontation with Russia
- Political scientist explains: Russian military bloggers face imprisonment and repression if they deviate from Kremlin propaganda
China ignored the last international tribunal ruling against it. But the Philippines ...
Why the Philippines May Take China to Court—Again—Over the South China Sea
On Thursday, Ukraine’s Defence Forces killed 340 Russian ...
Ukrainian Armed Forces kill 340 Russians and destroy 34 artillery systems in one day
General Staff
In Sweden, three people become victims in clashes between rival gangs within one day ...
Three dead in 24 hours
Gang war escalates, Sweden wants to deploy military
U.S. officials says that Travis King is in American custody. The U.S ...
US officials say Travis King, who crossed into North Korea, is in American custody
Quick Glance: US soldier Travis King undergoes medical evaluation after being released from North Korea
- Following his expulsion from North Korea, US soldier Travis King has been admitted to a US military hospital in Texas for medical evaluation.
- According to Army spokesperson Bryce Dubee, King is currently at the Brooke Army Medical Center on the base.
- On July 18, King ran from South Korea into North Korea and was immediately taken into custody by the North Korean authorities.
- It appears that North Korea treated his case as one involving illegal immigration.
The Navy will begin randomly testing its special operations forces for steriods and other ...
Navy will start testing SEALs and other troops for steroids
France's ambassador to Niger left the country early on Wednesday morning ...
French ambassador to Niger leaves as relations nosedive after coup
Quick Glance: French Ambassador Leaves Niger as Relations Deteriorate Following Coup
- Confirmation of France's ambassador departing from Niger.
- French troops will also withdraw from the country.
- Departure comes after the military coup in July.
National Day Parade festivities in both years will extend out from the Padang to the wider Marina ...
National Day Parade in 2024 and 2025 to be held at the Padang
Russia hosted Taliban leaders for talks on regional security today as it seeks to forge ties with ...
Russia hosts Taliban leaders as it looks to forge ties
Panic in the Crimean peninsula will continue to grow.
Panic in Crimea will grow
Ukrainian President's Office
Ukraine’s Defence Forces on the Kherson front have conducted ...
Ukrainian defenders destroy Russian storage points on Kherson front − General Staff report
The Ministry of Defense is said to have known earlier that the radios purchased for a billion do ...
Bundeswehr
radios do not fit in vehicles - Pistorius "annoyed"
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered one of the top commanders of ...
Putin orders former Wagner commander to take charge of 'volunteer units' in Ukraine
Quick Glance: Putin meets Ex-Wagner commander Andrei Troshev
- Troshev was a former aide of deceased Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin.
- He passed away after a brief march of Wagner troops on Moscow.
- President Putin assigned Mr Troshev to lead volunteer units in Ukraine.
- Mr Troshev now works in the defense ministry, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
Russian-held regions in Ukraine endorse their choice to join Moscow: Putin
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Wenn es heißt, dass Integrationsleistungen hierzulande zusammengebrochen seien, ist der Kopf vieler ...
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Schweden als Menetekel
These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Sept. 28, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine hit a S-300 ...
Ukraine's Armed Forces hit Russian S-300 anti-aircraft missile system, offensive continues on two fronts
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Burkina Faso's junta leader, Ibrahim Traore, said on Friday that there would be no ...
Burkina Faso junta leader says no elections until the country safe for voting
Quick Glance: No Elections in Burkina Faso Before Safety is Ensured
- Burkina Faso's junta leader Ibrahim Traore states that elections will only take place when the country is safe.
- Ibrahim Traore, Burkina Faso's interim President, attends a meeting at the Russia-Africa summit in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The 'Proteus' demonstrator is expected to fly within the next year or two.
Leonardo unveil new British ‘Proteus’ helicopter drone
The deadline to fund the government is the end of the day Saturday.
Government shutdown live updates
Millions in military would go without a paycheck
National Security adviser John Kirby went after Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala ...
Kirby hits Tuberville for opposition to Joint Chiefs chair
‘Just flat-out wrong’
Soldiers from the 1st and 2nd battalions of the Azov 12th Special Forces Brigade of the ...
Azov fighters take four Russians prisoner, including a commander
The Ukrainian Defence Forces are actively destroying artillery systems ...
Ukrainian defenders destroy division worth of Russian artillery systems on Bakhmut front
Military strongman Khalifa Haftar, whose forces dominate eastern Libya, held talks with Russian President ...
East Libya strongman Haftar meets Putin in Moscow
The United States has quietly acknowledged that Iran’s paramilitary ...
US quietly acknowledges Iran satellite successfully reached orbit as tensions remain high
Burkina Fasos military govt says it foiled coup attempt
Burkina Fasos military govt says it foiled coup attempt
Quick Glance: Burkina Faso Junta Thwarts Coup Plot
- Image caption: Capt Ibrahim Traoré seized power almost a year ago in Burkina Faso's second coup of 2022
- Shortly before, Capt Traoré stated that he remains resolute in leading the transition to democracy despite challenges and maneuvers.
- The widespread jihadist insurgency, originating from neighboring Mali in 2015, has complicated the timeline for civilian power transfer until next year.
The move comes amid concerns over the abuse of performance-enhancing drugs in the ranks.
US Navy will start testing elite Seals for illicit drug use
The U.S. urged Azerbaijan to allow international access to Nagorno-Karabakh.
Over 50,000 Armenians flee enclave in Azerbaijan as exodus accelerates
Quick Glance: Thousands of Armenians Flee Nagorno-Karabakh
- Over 28,000 Armenians leave Karabakh
- Roads out of the enclave overwhelmed
- Death toll rises after fuel depot fire
- US urges Azerbaijan to allow observers and aid
Pressure builds as Israeli closures over border violence hit Palestinian workers.
Gaza-Israel tensions spiral amid closures and clashes
#VantageOnFirstpost : Reports suggest that Saudi Arabia is determined to secure a military pact requiring the United States to defend the kingdom in return for normalising ... Show more
In no other EU country do as many people die from the use of firearms as in ...
More and more deaths due to gang wars
Sweden relies on new prevention project
Australia said on Friday it would retire its fleet of Taipan helicopters earlier than expected ...
Australia to retire Taipan helicopter fleet early after crash
Quick Glance: Australia Retires Taipan Helicopter Fleet Early After Accident
- Australia has decided to retire its Taipan helicopter fleet earlier than planned following a crash during a joint military exercise with the United States in July, resulting in the death of four Australian crew members.
- Defence Minister Richard Marles stated that the Taipan fleet will not resume flying operations before the previously scheduled withdrawal date in December 2024.
- In January, Australia announced the purchase of 40 Black Hawk military helicopters from Lockheed Martin (LMT.N) for an estimated value of AUD 2.8 billion ($1.80 billion).
- The Black Hawks will replace the Australian army's Taipan helicopter fleet, which has been plagued by maintenance issues for years.
Timor president says China military cooperation never discussed: Timor president says China military cooperation never discussed
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Quick Glance: Exclusive: Timor president denies discussing military cooperation with China
- No military cooperation with China in diplomatic upgrade
- China offers funding options for East Timor
- No loans received from China
- Timor Leste aims for ASEAN membership and emphasizes neutrality and security
Some 400 Australian aerospace support workers face redundancy after the government ...
Axing Australia's Taipan helicopters to cost 400 jobs, manufacturer says
Quick Glance: 400 Jobs at Risk as Australia Retires Taipan Helicopters
- The retirement of the MRH90 Taipan military helicopters in Australia will result in the redundancy of 400 aerospace support workers.
- Following a fatal crash, the Taipan fleet was grounded until the findings of a detailed investigation are released.
- The fleet will not return to operation before the planned withdrawal date of December 2024, impacting the support workers.
- The withdrawal of the helicopters will render the support networks unnecessary.
Named after a mythical massive fish, the Haikun is Taiwan's first domestically made submarine.
Haikun
Taiwan unveils new submarine to fend off China
Quick Glance: Taiwan unveils domestically made submarine, strengthening defense capabilities
- Taiwan reveals its first domestically developed submarine, a major milestone in strengthening defense against the Chinese navy.
- The submarine won't enter service for another two years, but it marks significant progress in the project.
- The indigenous submarine program has utilized expertise and technology from various countries.
- Taiwan aims to deploy at least two of these submarines by 2027 and potentially equip future models with missiles.
Historian Dame Mary Beard suggests that thinking about the Roman ...
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If the U.S. government shuts down as expected on Oct. 1, it will halt the payments of salaries ...
Government shutdown doesn't halt, but hinders Pentagon work
#VantageOnFirstpost : French President Macron has announced his decision to withdraw soldiers and diplomats from Niger, months after the military seized power in a coup ... Show more
According to the USA, Serbia is said to have assembled an ...
Tensions in the Balkans
USA concerned about Serbian military deployment on Kosovo border
Quick Glance: Concerns over Serbian military buildup on Kosovo border
- Serbian army supplying weapons to Kosovo border
- Kosovo declared independence from Serbia with NATO assistance
Mali’s military junta on Monday said it would postpone February elections for technical reasons ...
Mali junta expects delay to February elections
Quick Glance: Delay Expected for Mali Elections
- Mali's military junta announced the postponement of the elections in February for technical reasons.
- The election delay is another setback for the return to democratic rule after two coups.
- The junta stated that the delay is due to several factors, including a dispute with a French firm over a civil registry database.
- The junta will provide a new timeline at a later date.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to advance south of Bakhmut, with 12 combat clashes recorded there during ...
Ukraine's Armed Forces advance south of Bakhmut
Britain's Ministry of Defence has transferred command of an army battalion to NATO so it can provide ...
Britain to provide NATO with troops for Kosovo support
Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir on Wednesday said the Pakistan Army would continue to play its role in upholding peace and stability in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ... Show more
Quick Glance: KP Women Exhibit 'Resilience' in Face of 'Fight against Terrorism': Gen Munir
- Women in KP demonstrate their resilience despite the prolonged fight against terrorism.
- Gen Munir encourages women of the province to participate in the progress and development of KP and the newly merged districts.
- Pakistan Army will continue to fulfill its role in ensuring peace and stability in KPK to provide a secure environment for economic development.
The military junta in Mali has said it will postpone the presidential election that had been scheduled for February due to "technical reasons". Show more
Quick Glance: Nelson Mandela's Granddaughter Zoleka Mourned as She Passes Away at 43
- Zoleka passed away on Monday evening in the presence of friends and family.
- The office of the attorney general has initiated a criminal investigation against the officials responsible for managing the country's dam facilities.
- A fire that broke out at Nigeria's Supreme Court on Monday has reached a justice's office.
The Maldives presidential election will also decide who gets the advantage in the ...
Maldives
The presidential poll with India and China on the ballot
The cats' cuteness and company have endeared them to bored security guards working 12-hour shifts ...
Paw patrol
Philippine security guards adopt stray cats
The federal government is coping with cyberattacks this week, as a hacker group in ...
Indian hackers take claim for cyberattacks on government, military websites
The railway line across Crimea supplies Russian troops in southern ...
Relief for Moscow's logistics
Russia is probably building new railway lines in Ukraine
Despite constant attacks, Moscow's troops appear to be bogged down in the ...
Formations for attacks in Donbass
Moscow may be setting up new special brigades
Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R) said he voted against the nomination of the ...
Tuberville says he opposed Joint Chiefs chair over ‘equal opportunity’ push
BREAKING: The White House estimates that 3.5 million federal workers will have to go without pay if the government shuts down ... Show more
UK Defence Intelligence has said that the Russian ...
UK Intelligence
Russian counterattacks to deter Ukraine's Armed Forces ill-conceived and unsuccessful
Heightened tensions in the Black Sea come two months after Russia pulled out of a UN-brokered ...
Ukraine attacks on Russia's Black Sea Fleet support grain exports
Quick Glance: Russian Black Sea Fleet Commander Killed; No Comment from Moscow
- Commander of the Russian Black Sea Fleet, Vice-Admiral Viktor Sokolov, killed in an attack in Sevastopol.
- Ukrainian special forces also killed 33 other officers.
- The exact number of casualties is still unclear.
- The Russian defense ministry states that one soldier is missing and was not killed.
Four occupied regions of Ukraine will be included for the first ...
Ukraine’s occupied regions to be included for first time in new round of Russian conscriptions
Israeli soldiers on Friday killed a member of the Hamas Islamist group who the army said ...
Israeli troops kill Hamas man who army says attacked post in West Bank
London’s police force says some officers are refusing to ...
Some UK police put down guns after an officer is charged with murder in the shooting of a Black man
Quick Glance: Review of Armed Policing Ordered by Home Secretary
- Home secretary orders investigation into armed policing.
- Fatal incident in south London: Unarmed Chris Kaba, 24, shot dead.
- Metropolitan Police officer appears in court.
- Concern among firearms officers about the impact of the charging decision.
Hundreds of US Army soldiers are still active in Syria. Their focus: fight against the ...
Helicopter mission
US military announces arrest of IS terrorist in Syria
A fourth Bahraini serviceman died on Friday following a Houthi drone attack on ...
Fourth Bahraini serviceman dies after Houthi drone attack close to Saudi border
Quick Glance: Fourth Bahraini soldier dies in Houthi drone attack near Saudi border
- Bodies of two Bahrain Defence Force officers killed in a Houthi drone attack near the Yemeni border arrive at Bahrain Royal Air Force Base in Jaw.
- Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi movement has been fighting the Saudi-led coalition since 2015, resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths and 80% of the population relying on aid.
- The drone attack comes after a period of relative calm in Yemen as negotiations gain momentum.
- It could disrupt talks between Saudi and Houthi officials, who have recently held another round of negotiations towards ending the conflict.
Federal workers were put on notice that a shutdown is imminent and millions of ...
Government shutdown imminent as House Republicans reject latest Senate effort
Members of the 128th Mountain Assault Brigade of Ukraines ...
Ukrainian forces capture Russian sabotage group
Office of President confirms but then deletes post
Tens of thousands of Armenians are fleeing the Azerbaijani army and the inhumane conditions in Nagorno-Karabakh ...
hen home becomes hell
Quick Glance: Azerbaijani and Turkish Leaders Discuss Land Corridor via Armenia
- Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan hold talks
- Possible land corridor between Azerbaijan and Turkey via Armenia is hinted at
- Symbolic choice of location for talks worries Armenian authorities
The Latvian police have declared the practice of putting stickers on personal vehicles with ...
Latvia to impose fines for "I am Russian!" stickers on cars
Russia continues to suffer losses in its war of aggression against ...
Ukrainian defenders kill 330 invaders and destroy 38 Russian artillery systems in one day
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