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StandardCenter13 hours ago

Defence Minister ‘extremely concerned’ over bomb hoaxes ahead of EU meeting

Next week will see the largest policing and security operation in Ireland’s history as it hosts around 55 heads of state.

South China Morning PostLeans right8 days ago

FULL EVENT: Asean defence ministers’ talks welcome ceremony

Live coverage of arrivals and a welcoming ceremony at the 20th Asean Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) in Cebu, Philippines. The ADMM-Plus brings together defence ministers from Asean’s 11 member states and eight dialogue partners:...

ReutersCenter2 days ago

China military vice chair meets Russian defence minister in Beijing

China military vice chair meets Russian defence minister in Beijing Reuters

South China Morning PostLeans right3 days ago

India offers Asean counterterrorism lessons, but will one size fit all?

As India seeks to expand its security cooperation with Southeast Asia by sharing its battle-tested counterterrorism expertise, defence analysts say its experience would only partly meet Asean’s needs given the differences in threat...

The HinduLeans left1 day ago

Rajnath Singh advocates supply chain diversification at Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue amid west Asia crisis

Certain actors and nations seek to exploit the criticality of oceans for narrow unilateral gains, the Defence Minister said on Wednesday

India TodayCenter2 days ago

IAF Group Captain Ajay Kumar Ahlawat (R) Speaks On Sports Complex Takeover | Delhi

The controversy concerns around 40 acres of land within the Race Course Air Force Station, which houses the IAF Sports Complex, including a golf course, swimming pool and other recreational facilities. Former Air Chief Marshal AP Singh...

NPRLeans left2 days ago

Indian navy rescues 20 crew from Iranian fishing boat hijacked off Somalia

Pirates could use the boat as a “mother ship” for attacks on commercial vessels. Covered by 8 outlets: 3 lean left, 3 are centre, 2 lean right.

The HinduLeans left3 days ago

Restoring sanctioned fighter fleet strength is foremost task: New Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has prioritised indigenous platforms like the light combat aircraft and advanced multirole combat aircraft. Covered by 3 outlets: 3 are centre.

South China Morning PostLeans right7 days ago

Why Japan is pushing for a more ‘proactive’ Southeast Asia amid great-power rivalry

Japan wants a more united and proactive Southeast Asia as it sees Asean as a bulwark against an intensifying great-power rivalry, analysts say, while uncertainty over Washington’s long-term Indo-Pacific strategy has deepened Tokyo’s...

ABC News (Australia)Center8 days ago

Defence official asked minister for support to keep evidence off social media

The senior Defence official said she sought advice from a government minister over concerns about "vile" social media comments and their impact on the health of officials.

Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left5 days ago

Syria considering entry into Mecca defence pact, says foreign minister

Damascus 'evaluating' whether to join the alliance that binds Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

StandardCenter6 days ago

Streeting condemns Swinney’s ‘irresponsible and unfounded’ comments on defence

The Scottish First Minister has claimed the UK Government is ‘failing to keep Scotland secure’.

CBC NewsLeans left7 days ago

Auditor general takes questions after delivering 9 reports

Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 2 are centre.

The Japan TimesCenter3 days ago

Japan gets serious about defense spending hike as year-end deadline looms

The government and ruling coalition are reportedly considering nearly doubling defense spending over the next five years.

Indian ExpressLeans left3 days ago

Defence ministry to acquire 8 indigenously built corvettes for Navy

BBC NewsCenter7 days ago

US sanctions Rwanda's defence ministry over DR Congo conflict

Congo accuses Rwanda of backing M23 rebels and plundering minerals in its conflict hit East

The Kyiv IndependentLeans left2 days ago

Former deputy defense minister appointed to lead Ukraine's state-run defense giant

Lieutenant General Ivan Havryliuk, a former first deputy defense minister, has been appointed to lead Ukroboronprom, Ukraine's largest state-owned defense company, according to a Nov. 3 statement.

RTRight1 day ago

Japanese defense chief challenges nuclear taboo

Japan must review its policy on nuclear weapons as Tokyo prepares to revise its security strategy, Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi says

The Kyiv IndependentLeans left2 days ago

Norway deploys additional air defense sensors, troops near Russia border

"The experience from Ukraine shows how important it is to have a good overview and receive early warning. These are sensors that will strengthen our ability to detect drones in Finnmark," Norwegian Defense Minister Tore O. Sandvik said.

The Kyiv IndependentLeans left6 days ago

Slovakia reopens criminal case over fighter jet, air defense systems donation to Ukraine

Slovakia's Prosecutor General Maros Zilinka said on Oct. 30 that he had reopened a criminal case against former Prime Minister Eduard Heger and former Defense Minister Jaroslav Nad over their decision to donate Slovakia's fleet of...

The Jerusalem PostLeans right2 days ago

Passengers of attempted flydubai hijacking fight for recognition as terror victims

The situation is particularly striking given that Defense Minister Israel Katz described the attempted plane crash as a jihadist terrorist attack on the day of the incident.

NewsCenter4 days ago

India plans next-generation stealth destroyers to counter growing maritime threats

India plans next-generation stealth destroyers to counter growing maritime threats The Hindu Project 18A: ₹80,000 Cr Indian Navy Destroyer Plan Vajiram & Ravi MoD seals contracts worth over ₹53,000 crore to procure 8 warships for Navy...

ReutersCenter4 days ago

South Korean army sergeant dies at frontline unit with external injuries

South Korean army sergeant dies at frontline unit with external injuries Reuters

The Japan TimesCenter7 days ago

With China in mind, Japan eyes more realistic joint military exercises

Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the commitment at a bilateral meeting this week.

OttawacitizenCenter1 day ago

Foreign companies buying key Canadian defence firms with no objection from feds

Federal government takes no action as foreign companies buy Canadian defence firms, despite Carney's push to cut reliance on U.S. suppliers.

The New York TimesLeft5 days ago

Syria Weighs Joining Saudi Mutual Defense Pact as Yemen War Rages

A move to join Saudi Arabia’s agreement with Turkey and Pakistan could entangle more countries in the kingdom’s escalating conflict between the Iran-backed Houthis. The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and conflict with the Iran-backed Houthis...

The Jerusalem PostLeans right2 days ago

Hezbollah-appointed Lebanese official welcomed in Syria in first since fall of Assad regime

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani welcomed the delegation after they crossed through the Masnaa-Jdeidet Yabous border crossing, the same crossing that was closed in April. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani said on...

PBS NewsHourLeans left2 days ago

U.S. launches new attacks on Iranian targets days after Netanyahu pressed Trump for more strikes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pushed for another wave of strikes on Iran after the U.S. The U.S. Covered by 27 outlets: 4 lean left, 15 are centre, 8 lean right.

The Jerusalem PostLeans right6 days ago

Defense Ministry Chief Baram pushes munitions independence during visit to Covenant

Covenant, which has operations in the US, Germany, and Israel, emerged from stealth last month.

The Kyiv IndependentLeans left3 days ago

Russian Defense Ministry to delay troop salary payments, media reports

The Joint Group of Forces, the command currently fighting in Ukraine, would be exempted from the rule and receive their December pay before the new year, Verstka said.