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MilitaryJul 3Full list of Nigerian celebrities who have joined US armyA growing number of Nigerian celebrities have traded the spotlight for military service in the United States, with actors, actresses and beauty queens publicly announcing their enlistment in recent years. The post Full list of Nigerian celebrities who have joined US army appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MilitaryJul 3Nigeria: US pulls some troops after anti-IS operationThe United States has withdrawn most of the forces it deployed for a recent operation against "Islamic State" militants in northeastern Nigeria, but it is continuing to provide intelligence support at Abuja's request.DW News [en]
MilitaryJul 3NATO to reaffirm iron-clad commitment to Article 5 at Ankara summitAs NATO leaders prepare for their summit in Ankara next week, a document seen by Euronews says all 32 members – including the US – are still committed to the alliance's principle of collective defence.EuroNews [en]
MilitaryJul 3200 US troops still in Nigeria for joint intelligence, training – DHQThe Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday clarified that troops reported withdrawn from the Lake Chad Basin are different from the 200 troops deployed to Nigeria to carry out joint intelligence and training operations against ISIS and other terrorist elements within the country. The post 200 US troops still in Nigeria for joint intelligence, training – DHQ appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MilitaryJul 3US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State missionThe US said the joint operation, which began in December last year, was a success.BBC World
MilitaryJul 3Merz hits back at Trump for ridiculing Germany’s defence spending driveGermany ⁠does not have to shy ⁠away from talking up its record on defence spending, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday, when asked about US President Donald Trump calling Germany’s past efforts “ridiculous”. The issue of defence spending has loomed large as Nato leaders prepare to gather ‌next week in Ankara, where Europeans aim to set aside strife with Trump over Iran and Greenland and show they are stepping up to defend the continent. “Germany is doubling its defence budget within four...South China Morning Post
MilitaryJul 3How a NATO essay contest won a Lithuanian schoolgirl a ride in a Bundeswehr tankAs Germany prepares to permanently station 5,000 troops in Lithuania, one schoolgirl has already experienced the country's future brigade firsthand after winning a ride in a Bundeswehr tank.EuroNews [en]
MilitaryJul 3Defence body clears proposals to acquire ‘Akash Tarang’, MRSAM, VSHORADS, jet-based Kamikaze drones for Armed ForcesA defense body has approved proposals for the Armed Forces to acquire various military systems, including 'Akash Tarang', MRSAM, VSHORADS, and jet-based Kamikaze drones. This indicates an ongoing modernization and enhancement of military capabilities.Indian Express
MilitaryJul 3Cameron University retains ‘Military Friendly’ School designationsUniversity has repeatedly earned recognition for support of military community in Lawton-Fort Sill area.kswo · united states of america
MilitaryJul 3Indian Army concludes multinational exercise Khaan Quest 2026 in MongoliaHeld from June 20 to July 3 at the Five Hills Training Area in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, the 23rd edition of the exercise brought together more than 1,000 troops from 18 countries to enhance interoperability, strengthen coordination and improve operational readiness for United Nations peace support operations under Chapter VII of the U.N. Charter.The Hindu
MilitaryJul 3DAC approves defence procurement worth Rs 52,000 croreTo strengthen air defence, the DAC has cleared the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system, which can intercept a variety of aerial threats at longer distances.news9live · united kingdom
MilitaryJul 3‘Machine warfare is coming’: US, China urged to address military AI as global rules stallThe head of a top UN security think tank has warned that the international community, along with industry, must pivot to pragmatic dialogue on artificial intelligence (AI) in warfare, as a major global regulatory convention remains unlikely in the short term. “Machine warfare is coming,” said Robin Geiss, director of the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (Unidir), during a lecture at Tsinghua University in Beijing on Tuesday. He warned that AI was reshaping military operations on...South China Morning Post
MilitaryJul 3Defence Council approves ₹52,000 crore worth military purchaseThe DAC also approved Akash Tarang, MRSAM, Kamikaze drones and naval unmanned systemsThe Hindu
MilitaryJul 3Chinese leader promotes 2 generals in wake of military anti-corruption probeChinese President Xi Jinping has named a new head of the military’s anti-corruption body. Zhang Shuguang, who was promoted from the rank of lieutenant general to full general, was named as the new head of the Central Military Commission’s Discipline Inspection Commission – the top military anti-corruption body – and director of the CMC’s supervision committee, replacing Zhang Shengmin. Wang Gang was also promoted to the rank of full general and will take over as head of the People’s Liberation...South China Morning Post
MilitaryJul 3Will China’s Fujian be first carrier to carry anti-torpedo system to beat Western subs?China’s Fujian is likely to be the world’s first aircraft carrier equipped with an anti-torpedo torpedo (ATT) system, representing a world-leading hard-kill capability, a Chinese military magazine has claimed. Commissioned in November, the Fujian is the PLA Navy’s third aircraft carrier and its first to be fully designed domestically. One of the warship’s distinguishing features is a six-tube 324mm (12.8-inch) lightweight torpedo launcher in place of the 12-tube depth charge launchers on the...South China Morning Post
MilitaryJul 3US touts regional ‘balance’ in missile sale to Singapore. What does it mean?Washington has recently approved a proposed US$22.3 million sale of additional Hellfire missiles to Singapore, with the US State Department declaring that the transfer and associated arms support “will not alter the basic military balance in the region”. While observers say the sale is a routine purchase by the city state for training and to replenish an advanced arsenal, America’s language on the move signals a broader strategy to strengthen a network of US allies and partners while avoiding...South China Morning Post
MilitaryJul 3Lithuania moves to lift nuclear weapons ban, following Finland's leadEuroNews [en]
MilitaryJul 3Nigeria looks to boost security cooperation with Benin and NigerNigeria is working to increase military cooperation with Benin and Niger as jihadists from the Sahel encroach on the country's northwest, the Nigerian defence minister said on Thursday.Africanews [en]
MilitaryJul 3Hong Kong students tour PLA Navy warships for lesson on national defenceGroups of Hong Kong students on Friday had a lesson aboard two PLA Navy warships moored at Stonecutters Island’s Ngong Shuen Chau Barracks on Friday. They toured guided-missile destroyer Nanning and guided-missile frigate Hengyang, which arrived for a five-day port call that started on Thursday. The port call marked the 29th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese sovereignty on July 1. Pui Kiu College student Jas Xu said stepping into the ship cabins and observing the interior weapon...South China Morning Post
MilitaryJul 3AFRICOM commander announces partial withdrawal of US troops from Nigeria“We have withdrawn much of our forces that were just there for that operation.” The post AFRICOM commander announces partial withdrawal of US troops from Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
MilitaryJul 3Taiwan lawmakers agree to review rival drone budgetsThe opposition stripped out around $19b the govt had wanted for domestic drone procurement and other defence efforts.straitstimes · singapore
MilitaryJul 3Air Force to investigate officer who called for Trump impeachmentThe U.S. Air Force said on Thursday it would investigate a uniformed officer who called for the ​impeachment of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD ‌Vance during a protest event on the steps of the Capitol.myjoyonline · ghana
MilitaryJul 3CRPF vehicle skids off road in Ganderbal, 6 personnel injuredGanderbal: Six CRPF personnel were injured after the vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road near the Gagangir Tunnel in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Friday, officials said. An official saidthat the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to skid off the road near the tunnel. Six CRPF personnel sustained injuries [...]kashmirreader · india
MilitaryBreakingJul 3Iranian Regime Deploys Special Forces to Monitor Ships Using Oman Route in Strait of Hormuzarabtimesonline · kuwait
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