Hegseth's Controversial Nomination for Secretary of Defense Likely to Succeed
President-elect Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, a military veteran and Fox News host, faced intense Senate questioning Tuesday over sexual assault allegations and controversial views, but is likely to be confirmed despite Democratic opposition.
Hegseth's Controversial Nomination for Secretary of Defense Likely to Succeed
President-elect Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, a military veteran and Fox News host, faced intense Senate questioning Tuesday over sexual assault allegations and controversial views, but is likely to be confirmed despite Democratic opposition.
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Hegseth Confirmed as Secretary of Defense Amidst Controversy
Pete Hegseth, despite facing accusations of sexual misconduct and controversial statements, was narrowly confirmed by the US Senate as the next Secretary of Defense, highlighting partisan divisions and concerns over his suitability for the role.
Hegseth Confirmed as Secretary of Defense Amidst Controversy
Pete Hegseth, despite facing accusations of sexual misconduct and controversial statements, was narrowly confirmed by the US Senate as the next Secretary of Defense, highlighting partisan divisions and concerns over his suitability for the role.
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Chad's Ruling Party Wins Resounding Victory Amidst Political Instability
Chad's ruling MPS party won 124 of 188 parliamentary seats in December 2024 elections, boycotted by the opposition, following an April presidential election also met with opposition boycott. An attack on the presidential palace in January, of unclear origin, occurred after the expulsion of French tr...
Chad's Ruling Party Wins Resounding Victory Amidst Political Instability
Chad's ruling MPS party won 124 of 188 parliamentary seats in December 2024 elections, boycotted by the opposition, following an April presidential election also met with opposition boycott. An attack on the presidential palace in January, of unclear origin, occurred after the expulsion of French tr...
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Burundi's Potential Withdrawal from Somalia: Economic and Political Ramifications
Burundi may withdraw its troops from the AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) due to a disagreement over troop numbers, impacting AUSSOM's operational capacity and Burundi's economy, which heavily relies on peacekeeping funds.
Burundi's Potential Withdrawal from Somalia: Economic and Political Ramifications
Burundi may withdraw its troops from the AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) due to a disagreement over troop numbers, impacting AUSSOM's operational capacity and Burundi's economy, which heavily relies on peacekeeping funds.
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Nigerian Army Redeploys Top Officers to Enhance Operational Efficiency
The Nigerian Army Chief of Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, approved a wide-ranging redeployment of senior officers, including Corps Commanders and GOCs, on Saturday, to enhance operational effectiveness and administrative efficiency in combating security challenges, as announced by army spokesman Major Gene...
Nigerian Army Redeploys Top Officers to Enhance Operational Efficiency
The Nigerian Army Chief of Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, approved a wide-ranging redeployment of senior officers, including Corps Commanders and GOCs, on Saturday, to enhance operational effectiveness and administrative efficiency in combating security challenges, as announced by army spokesman Major Gene...
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Europeans to Fund Ukraine's Defense Production
European defense ministers met in Warsaw to address Ukraine's military production capacity, agreeing to fund Ukrainian defense projects, establish joint ventures with European firms, and simplify equipment procurement to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities and counter perceived Russian aggression...
Europeans to Fund Ukraine's Defense Production
European defense ministers met in Warsaw to address Ukraine's military production capacity, agreeing to fund Ukrainian defense projects, establish joint ventures with European firms, and simplify equipment procurement to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities and counter perceived Russian aggression...
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IDF Announces Seizure of 170,000 Military Items from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syria
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced seizing over 170,000 military items from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syria during a 15-month war, including 3,300 from Syria since December 7th and 85,170 from Hezbollah in Lebanon, potentially signaling an end to hostilities.
IDF Announces Seizure of 170,000 Military Items from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syria
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced seizing over 170,000 military items from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syria during a 15-month war, including 3,300 from Syria since December 7th and 85,170 from Hezbollah in Lebanon, potentially signaling an end to hostilities.
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Germany Authorizes Army to Shoot Down Suspicious Drones
Germany's cabinet approved the army's power to shoot down drones near military sites and critical infrastructure due to increased threats, particularly following numerous drone sightings near German military bases and suspected Russian sabotage in Europe; parliamentary approval is still needed.
Germany Authorizes Army to Shoot Down Suspicious Drones
Germany's cabinet approved the army's power to shoot down drones near military sites and critical infrastructure due to increased threats, particularly following numerous drone sightings near German military bases and suspected Russian sabotage in Europe; parliamentary approval is still needed.
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Zelenskyy Weighs Lowering Mobilization Age Amidst Fears of Public Backlash
Amidst unconfirmed reports, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's potential decree lowering the mobilization age to 18 faces strong opposition due to fears of public unrest and negative impacts on his political future, highlighting a discrepancy between official casualty reports and battlefield realities.
Zelenskyy Weighs Lowering Mobilization Age Amidst Fears of Public Backlash
Amidst unconfirmed reports, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's potential decree lowering the mobilization age to 18 faces strong opposition due to fears of public unrest and negative impacts on his political future, highlighting a discrepancy between official casualty reports and battlefield realities.
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Bundeswehr Granted Authority to Shoot Down Drones
Germany's cabinet approved a bill authorizing the Bundeswehr to shoot down drones posing threats to critical infrastructure or lives, following recent drone incidents near military bases and recognizing limitations in police capabilities. The use of lethal force is strictly limited to situations whe...
Bundeswehr Granted Authority to Shoot Down Drones
Germany's cabinet approved a bill authorizing the Bundeswehr to shoot down drones posing threats to critical infrastructure or lives, following recent drone incidents near military bases and recognizing limitations in police capabilities. The use of lethal force is strictly limited to situations whe...
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US Unveils B-21 Stealth Bomber Amid Rising Tensions with China
The US Air Force unveiled the B-21 Raider stealth bomber, initiating an order of 100 aircraft to counter China's rapid military modernization, which includes new fighter jets, naval exercises near Taiwan, and cyber espionage, creating heightened global tensions and prompting a warning against initia...
US Unveils B-21 Stealth Bomber Amid Rising Tensions with China
The US Air Force unveiled the B-21 Raider stealth bomber, initiating an order of 100 aircraft to counter China's rapid military modernization, which includes new fighter jets, naval exercises near Taiwan, and cyber espionage, creating heightened global tensions and prompting a warning against initia...
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Ukraine Strikes Deep into Russia, Triggering Escalation
Ukraine launched a major drone and missile attack on southern Russia overnight, damaging at least two factories and forcing school closures in Saratov and Engels; Russia claims to have intercepted over 200 drones and five US-made missiles, but Reuters could not verify these claims.
Ukraine Strikes Deep into Russia, Triggering Escalation
Ukraine launched a major drone and missile attack on southern Russia overnight, damaging at least two factories and forcing school closures in Saratov and Engels; Russia claims to have intercepted over 200 drones and five US-made missiles, but Reuters could not verify these claims.
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