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How China’s leadership purge could raise the military threat for Taiwan

China’s most senior army figures are under investigation – with potential repercussions for the island nation Beijing claims

The Independent UK

Germany expels a Russian diplomat after a suspect is arrested in an espionage case

The German government has expelled a Russian diplomat over a case involving espionage related to the war in Ukraine

The Independent UK

Royal Navy intercepts Russian warship and tanker as Moscow steps up activity

There has been a notable 30 per cent increase in Russian naval activity around UK waters over the past two years

The Independent UK

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Syrian Kurdish forces reach agreement with Damascus to merge with national army, commander says

The Syrian government and the main Kurdish-led force in the country's northeast have agreed in principle to merge the U.S.-backed force into the national army

The Independent UK

Japan warns of China's military moves as biggest strategic challenge

Japan has raised strong caution about China’s rapid acceleration of military activity in extensive areas from around its coasts and into the Pacific, describing the moves as the biggest strategic challenge

The Independent UK

Xu Qiliang, former top Chinese general close to Xi, dies in Beijing

Xu Qiliang, a former air force general who was reportedly close to Chinese leader Xi Jinping, has died at age 75, according to the Defense MInistry

The Independent UK

Flight operations at 4 Moscow airports temporarily suspended due to Ukrainian drone attack

Russia said it intercepted more than 100 Ukrainian drones fired at almost a dozen of its regions in an attack that forced all four airports around Moscow to temporarily suspend flights

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South Korea Imposes Travel Ban On President Amid Investigation

President Yoon Suk Yeol faces travel ban and impeachment threats amid rebellion allegations and political tensions in South Korea.

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China Suspends Top Military Official For Corruption Investigation

China suspends Admiral Miao Hua for corruption in the military as part of Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign.

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Israel Expects Laser Interception System Iron Beam to Be Operational Within a Year

The system would work along others such as the Iron Dome and would seek to shoot down smaller projectiles

Latin Times

In His Final Act as Mexico's President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador Deepens The Military's Power

The new law now fully places the National Guard and its 120,000 troops under the command of the Defense Ministry

Latin Times

Half Of Russians Wants Putin To Withdraw Troops From Ukraine: Poll

The independent survey also showed only 32% of Russians were prepared to join the fight if ordered by the Defense Ministry

International Business Times

Russian Air Defenses Intercept And Destroy Ukrainian Drones

Russian air defenses intercepted 158 Ukrainian drones, leading to casualties and damage in both countries. Conflict escalates with ongoing clashes and dron...

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South Korean Military Employee Arrested For Leaking Secrets

Employee in South Korea's military intelligence arrested for leaking secrets to a Chinese national, potentially endangering spies and intelligence operations.

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The Independent UK

South Korean military intel official arrested for allegedly leaking secrets, reportedly on spies

South Korea's Defense Ministry says a civilian employee in its military intelligence command has been arrested for allegedly leaking military secrets

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Russian Drone Debris Found In Rural Romania

Defense Ministry of Romania reports Russian drone debris from Ukraine conflict, condemning attacks and monitoring airspace.

France 24

Israeli government allocates millions to unauthorised West Bank settler outposts

The Israeli government has allocated $20.5 million to protect small, unauthorised Jewish farms in the occupied West Bank, aiming to develop them into settlements. Documents uncovered by Peace Now reveal that Israel's pro-settler government has discreetly funneled money into unauthorised outposts, separate from its over 100 officially recognised settlements.

France 24

Russia, Belarus launch second stage of joint tactical nuclear weapons drills

Russia and its ally Belarus on Tuesday launched a second stage of drills intended to train their troops in tactical nuclear weapons, part of the Kremlin's efforts to discourage the West from ramping up support for Ukraine.

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The Independent UK

Russia, Belarus launch a second stage of drills to train troops in tactical nuclear weapons

Russia and its ally Belarus have launched a second stage of drills intended to train their troops in tactical nuclear weapons, part of the Kremlin’s efforts to discourage the West from ramping up support for Ukraine

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Russian Women Protest For Soldiers' Return From Ukraine Mobilization

Women protest outside Russia's Defense Ministry demanding return of conscripted soldiers from Ukraine, facing suppression and labeling as 'foreign agents'.

The Independent UK

Why are top Russian military officials being arrested

The arrests began last month when a Russian deputy defense minister was detained

France 24

Putin inaugurated for record fifth term after nearly a quarter-century in power

Vladimir Putin began his fifth term Tuesday as Russian leader at a glittering Kremlin inauguration, setting out on another six years in office after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands.

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Cambodia Military Base Explosion Caused By Technical Issue

Tragic explosion at Cambodian military base kills 20 soldiers due to technical issue with ammunition handling. Defense Ministry confirms accident, warns ag...

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Japan Defense Ministry Reports Navy Helicopter Crash In Pacific

Two navy helicopters crash during a training exercise in the Pacific Ocean, prompting a search and rescue operation. Details limited, efforts underway to l...

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Russian Military Transport Plane Crashes During Takeoff In Ivanovo

A Russian military transport plane crashes in Ivanovo, Russia, with 15 individuals on board. Preliminary reports suggest an engine fire during takeoff as t...

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