Keywords: Army


Lebanese army begins southern deployment after Israeli pullback under security plan

The Lebanese army has started deploying troops in the southern town of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh following the withdrawal of Israeli forces, marking a significant step in the implementation of a security arrangement designed to stabilize one of the Middle East's most sensitive border regions. According......

Deadly convoy ambush in northern Mali leaves dozens of soldiers dead

At least 50 Malian soldiers were killed after a military convoy came under attack in northern Mali, highlighting the persistent security challenges facing the country's armed forces amid a complex insurgency involving both separatist groups and jihadist fighters. According to local and military......

UK to strengthen NATO presence with expanded military deployment in Estonia

The United Kingdom will significantly strengthen its military presence in Estonia from 2027 by increasing troop numbers and replacing its current armored battlegroup with a newly designed Mobile Anti-Armor Force, reflecting lessons learned from the war in Ukraine and NATO’s evolving defense strategy. The......

China dismisses Taiwan military drills as cross-strait tensions continue

China has criticized Taiwan's latest military exercises, describing them as ineffective and reaffirming its long-standing position that the island is part of its territory. The comments were made by a spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, who argued that military activities......

G7 calls for end to violence in Sudan's El-Obeid and urges nationwide arms embargo

The Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers, together with the European Union's foreign policy chief, have called for an immediate halt to violence in Sudan's city of El-Obeid, warning that continued military operations risk worsening the humanitarian crisis and exposing civilians to further atrocities. In......

China’s submarine missile test signals growing confidence in Sea-absed nuclear deterrence

China's recent submarine-launched ballistic missile test over the South Pacific is being viewed by defence analysts as a significant milestone in Beijing's efforts to strengthen the operational credibility of its sea-based nuclear deterrent. Beyond demonstrating missile performance, the exercise......

UK invests $254 million in Precision Strike Missile programme to boost long-range defence

The United Kingdom has announced a £190 million ($254 million) investment in the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) programme, a move aimed at significantly strengthening the British Army's long-range strike capabilities as the government continues to expand defence spending. The funding will......

Israel warns of decisive military response against Hezbollah despite fragile Lebanon ceasefire

Israel has signaled its readiness to launch a swift military response against Hezbollah if the current ceasefire along the Lebanese border collapses, underscoring the fragile security situation despite recent diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions. The warning was delivered by Israel......

Fourteen Yemeni soldiers killed in Houthi attack near Hodeidah

At least 14 Yemeni soldiers were killed during an attack by Houthi rebels near the strategic port city of Hodeidah, according to a military official aligned with Yemen's internationally recognized government. The assault occurred in the Hays district, south of Hodeidah, where clashes between Houthi......