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Military

Maldives’ new president wants Indian troops out

Maldives President-Elect Mohamed Muizzu expressed his desire for the withdrawal of Indian troops from his country during the first week of his presidency.

More than 100 killed in drone attack on military academy in Syria

More than 100 people were killed on October 5, 2023, when armed drones struck a military academy in Homs province in central Syria during a graduation ceremony

UN approves sending Kenya-led foreign force to Haiti to fight violent gangs

United Nations Security Council passed a resolution to send a multinational armed force, led by Kenya, to assist in addressing the escalating issue of violent gangs in Haiti.

Czech government approves plan to purchase 24 F-35 jets from US

The Czech government has approved the $6.5 billion deal to purchase 24 advanced F-35 fighter jets from the United States, the largest defense contract ever signed by the Czech Republic.

France will end its military presence in Niger by end of 2023, Macron says

France is withdrawing its ambassador and troops from Niger in response to the July coup that ousted Niger's democratically-elected President Mohamed Bazoum.

North Korea’s Kim meets Putin in rare visit to Russia

The two leaders discussed a wide range of topics, including military cooperation, the ongoing Ukraine war, and potential Russian support for North Korea's satellite program.

North Korea simulated nuclear attacks on South Korea amid US-ROK drills

In a tense escalation of tensions on the Korean Peninsula, North Korea has fired two short-range ballistic missiles during a military drill simulating a "nuclear strike" on targets within South Korea.

Poland showcases military might with massive parade as war rages in neighboring Ukraine

NATO member Poland held its largest military parade since the Cold War, commemorating the victory over Soviet forces in 1920, and showcased the country's state-of-the-art weaponry, underlining the significance of defense amidst the ongoing conflict in neighboring Ukraine.

Singapore Navy receives its first German-built Invincible-class submarine

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) welcomed the induction of the Invincible-class submarine, Impeccable, in a homecoming ceremony held at RSS Singapura-Changi Naval Base on July 20.

Allies pledge more military aid as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy visits UK, France and Germany

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited key allies, including the UK, France, Germany and Italy, during his European tour, where he secured commitments to increased military aid.

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Nearly 30,000 people evacuated as Northern California wildfires spreads amid heatwave

Raging wildfires in northern California has forced nearly 30,000 residents to evacuate as the state endures a brutal heatwave.