Keywords: Armed forces


Morocco Reportedly Negotiates Acquisition of David’s Sling Missile Defense System

Morocco is reportedly exploring the acquisition of David’s Sling, an Israeli-American missile defense system designed to intercept ballistic and cruise missiles. If the negotiations lead to an agreement, the deal would represent another step in the kingdom’s efforts to expand its air defense......

Mali Army Targets Suspected Militants in Ouagadou Forest Operation

The Malian Armed Forces have reported targeting a group of suspected militants in the Ouagadou Forest in southwestern Mali, as military operations continue to strengthen security across the country. In a statement released on Tuesday, the General Staff of the Armed Forces said the operation was conducted......

Sudan Drone Strike Kills 53 at Disputed Abyei Market as Regional Tensions Escalate

A deadly drone strike on a busy market in the disputed Abyei region has left at least 53 people dead and 27 seriously injured, according to local authorities, raising fresh concerns over the widening humanitarian consequences of Sudan’s protracted war. The attack, which reportedly took place on......

Morocco Delivers First Military Equipment Shipment to Liberia Under Defence Cooperation Agreement

Morocco has begun delivering military equipment to Liberia, marking a tangible step forward in bilateral defence cooperation between Rabat and Monrovia. The first shipment arrived on Monday, October 19, at Roberts International Airport aboard a Moroccan C-130 military transport aircraft, according to......

Dutch Crown Princess Amalia promoted to sergeant in the armed forces

Princess Catharina-Amalia, heir to the Dutch throne, has been promoted to the rank of sergeant in the Netherlands’ armed forces, according to an announcement from the Royal House. The ceremony took place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, aboard the sailing ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl in the port of Den......

Four Canadian soldiers killed and 39 injured in fire at Alberta military base

Four Canadian soldiers have died and 39 others have been taken to hospital following a major fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta during live-fire military training. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 17, prompting an emergency response and raising concerns about the risks associated......

France Steps Up Diplomatic Efforts in Lebanon as End of UNIFIL Mandate Approaches

BEIRUT, Lebanon — France is intensifying its diplomatic engagement with Lebanon as international stakeholders prepare for a new security framework ahead of the scheduled end of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) mandate at the close of 2026. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël......

Mali carries out two airstrikes against armed group positions in central regions

Mali’s armed forces have carried out two airstrikes against locations allegedly used by armed groups in the country’s central regions, according to a statement from the General Staff of the Malian Army. The operations took place on October 14 and 15, targeting sites in the Doura and Tongolo-Kora......

Morocco Joins US Defence Initiative to Accelerate Military Drone Purchases

Morocco has joined a US-led initiative designed to accelerate the procurement of military drones and counter-drone technologies, opening a new channel for the Royal Armed Forces to access pre-approved defence equipment through simplified purchasing procedures. The move was formalized on October 13,......