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Myanmar military bombs rebels even as nation struggles with earthquake aftermath

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Pakistan kills own civilians during military operation, admits ‘unintended consequences’

Pakistan said it killed 10 civilians during an anti-militant operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Saturday.The operation, in Katlang, a remote hilltop area in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, was aimed at militant hideouts and resulted in the deaths of 12 suspected terrorists. However, it also led to the deaths of 10 civilians, including women and children, […]

How the U.S. Broke Its Own Rules to Help Ukraine

A New York Times investigation reveals that the United States was much more involved in Ukrainian military operations than publicly disclosed. Adam Entous, a Times investigative reporter, breaks down a key moment in the war when the Biden administration changed its policy on the war in Ukraine. Source link

US Military Ties Philippines: US to strengthen military ties with Philippines to counter China’s aggression in Indo-Pacific

US to strengthen military ties with Philippines to counter China’s aggression in Indo-Pacific (Picture credit: ANI) MANILA: US defence secretary Pete Hegseth, during his visit to Manila, said that the United States will strengthen its military partnership with the Philippines to “reinforce deterrence” against “China’s aggression” in the Indo-Pacific region, as reported by CNN News.During […]

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth under fire for bringing wife to ‘sensitive’ military meetings: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, left, and his wife Jennifer Rauchet (AP Image) US defence secretary Pete Hegseth, who is facing scrutiny over the recent Signal chat leak, had reportedly brought his wife, Jennifer, to two meetings with foreign military counterparts where “sensitive” information was discussed, the Wall Street Journal reported. According to the report, Hegseth […]

‘Suspicious vehicles’: Israeli military admits to shooting at ambulances in Gaza

Israeli military on Saturday admitted to shooting at ambulances in Gaza Strip citing them as “suspicious vehicles.” Hamas condemned the attack as a “war crime” that resulted in at least one fatality.“A few minutes afterward, additional vehicles advanced suspiciously toward the troops… The troops responded by firing toward the suspicious vehicles, eliminating a number of […]

Another US judge halts Trump’s order banning transgender troops in military

A federal judge in Washington state temporarily blocked US President Donald Trump’s order banning transgender individuals from serving in the military, marking the second nationwide injunction against the policy within two weeks. US District Judge Benjamin Settle issued the ruling on Thursday in response to a lawsuit brought by transgender service members who argued that […]

Four US soldiers missing from military exercise in Lithuania

Four American military personnel were reported missing during a training session in eastern Lithuania on Tuesday, as confirmed by the Lithuanian Armed Forces on Wednesday.A notification was received on March 25, at 16.45 (local time), regarding the disappearance of the four US soldiers and a vehicle during training exercises at the General Silvestras Žukauskas training […]

Speculation mounts over military coup in Bangladesh amid political turmoil

Concerns are rising about potential martial law or emergency rule in Bangladesh, with discussions about military intervention becoming more prominent. There are reports on social media that the armed forces might act against the Muhammad Yunus-led interim administration amidst escalating friction between the military, government, and student movements.The reported presence of Bangladeshi Army units in […]

‘With Elon and DOGE, we ensure US military remains world’s strongest force’: Hegseth on Musk’s Pentagon visit

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth met with tech giant and department of government efficiency (DOGE) head Elon Musk at the Pentagon to discuss ways to improve innovation, efficiency, and production in the military. After the meeting, Hegseth called Musk a “patriot” and highlighted their shared goal of strengthening the US military. He later shared on […]