IDF Internal Dispute Reignites Over October 7, 2023, Disaster
Following the October 7, 2023, disaster, a dispute between IDF Southern Command Chief Maj. Gen. Yaron Finkleman and Col. Efraim Avni over who is to blame has reignited, with Avni claiming Finkleman rejected urgent warnings about Hamas activity; an investigation is underway, but the full details rema...
IDF Internal Dispute Reignites Over October 7, 2023, Disaster
Following the October 7, 2023, disaster, a dispute between IDF Southern Command Chief Maj. Gen. Yaron Finkleman and Col. Efraim Avni over who is to blame has reignited, with Avni claiming Finkleman rejected urgent warnings about Hamas activity; an investigation is underway, but the full details rema...
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48% Bias Score
Turkey Threatens Syria Military Operation Unless YPG is Dissolved
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan threatened military action in northern Syria on January 7, 2025, unless the new Syrian government dissolves the YPG militia, which Turkey views as a terrorist organization linked to the PKK; Ankara also criticized US support for the YPG.
Turkey Threatens Syria Military Operation Unless YPG is Dissolved
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan threatened military action in northern Syria on January 7, 2025, unless the new Syrian government dissolves the YPG militia, which Turkey views as a terrorist organization linked to the PKK; Ankara also criticized US support for the YPG.
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56% Bias Score
Germany Debates NATO Spending Increase Amidst Military Shortfalls
German politicians reacted sharply to Donald Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, with several parties proposing alternative targets and highlighting the need for a balanced approach to military modernization while acknowledging the Bundeswehr's current deficienci...
Germany Debates NATO Spending Increase Amidst Military Shortfalls
German politicians reacted sharply to Donald Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, with several parties proposing alternative targets and highlighting the need for a balanced approach to military modernization while acknowledging the Bundeswehr's current deficienci...
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48% Bias Score
Ukrainian Elite Brigade Refuses Attack Order Near Suji
On January 6th, 2024, near Suji in the Kursk region, the elite Ukrainian 95th Separate Assault Brigade refused a direct attack order, returning to base instead; this follows unsuccessful counterattacks on January 5th and reports of mass desertion from the 155th Brigade after French training, highlig...
Ukrainian Elite Brigade Refuses Attack Order Near Suji
On January 6th, 2024, near Suji in the Kursk region, the elite Ukrainian 95th Separate Assault Brigade refused a direct attack order, returning to base instead; this follows unsuccessful counterattacks on January 5th and reports of mass desertion from the 155th Brigade after French training, highlig...
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60% Bias Score
Russian Forces Repel Ukrainian Offensive in Kursk, Inflicting Heavy Losses
Following a multi-day Ukrainian offensive in Kursk Oblast, Russian forces launched a counteroffensive, recapturing multiple settlements and inflicting heavy losses on Ukrainian troops (over 325 soldiers, dozens of tanks and armored vehicles) while also targeting Ukrainian looters with drones.
Russian Forces Repel Ukrainian Offensive in Kursk, Inflicting Heavy Losses
Following a multi-day Ukrainian offensive in Kursk Oblast, Russian forces launched a counteroffensive, recapturing multiple settlements and inflicting heavy losses on Ukrainian troops (over 325 soldiers, dozens of tanks and armored vehicles) while also targeting Ukrainian looters with drones.
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68% Bias Score
Trump Suggests Outsourcing Shipbuilding Amid China's Superior Capacity
Facing China's vastly superior shipbuilding capacity (232 times greater than the U.S.), President-elect Trump suggested outsourcing ship production, contrasting with his prior campaign promises to boost domestic manufacturing; this comes as the U.S. Navy struggles to meet its shipbuilding goals.
Trump Suggests Outsourcing Shipbuilding Amid China's Superior Capacity
Facing China's vastly superior shipbuilding capacity (232 times greater than the U.S.), President-elect Trump suggested outsourcing ship production, contrasting with his prior campaign promises to boost domestic manufacturing; this comes as the U.S. Navy struggles to meet its shipbuilding goals.
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52% Bias Score
Turkey Threatens Military Action Against Kurdish Forces in Syria
Turkey threatened military action against Kurdish YPG forces in Syria unless they withdraw following the December overthrow of Bashar al-Assad by the HTS, a group supported by Turkey, which now demands the YPG's dissolution and the departure of foreign fighters from Syria.
Turkey Threatens Military Action Against Kurdish Forces in Syria
Turkey threatened military action against Kurdish YPG forces in Syria unless they withdraw following the December overthrow of Bashar al-Assad by the HTS, a group supported by Turkey, which now demands the YPG's dissolution and the departure of foreign fighters from Syria.
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48% Bias Score
Russia's School Drone Program: A Military Advantage
Russia's 2023 decree mandates drone operation training in schools, creating a large pool of skilled pilots and technicians for military use; this is accompanied by the introduction of the Piranya-5 mini-drone, suitable for both training and combat, while facing challenges in teacher expertise and re...
Russia's School Drone Program: A Military Advantage
Russia's 2023 decree mandates drone operation training in schools, creating a large pool of skilled pilots and technicians for military use; this is accompanied by the introduction of the Piranya-5 mini-drone, suitable for both training and combat, while facing challenges in teacher expertise and re...
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36% Bias Score
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
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40% Bias Score
Katz-Halevi Feud Erupts Over October 7 Disaster Investigations
Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi are engaged in a public feud over the handling of investigations into the October 7 attacks, raising concerns about national security and potential political motivations.
Katz-Halevi Feud Erupts Over October 7 Disaster Investigations
Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi are engaged in a public feud over the handling of investigations into the October 7 attacks, raising concerns about national security and potential political motivations.
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56% Bias Score
Veteran's Arctic Trek to Raise Awareness for Military Mental Health
A British veteran severely injured in Iraq is undertaking a 300-mile Arctic trek in March to raise money for the armed forces charity SSAFA, highlighting the importance of mental health support for military personnel.
Veteran's Arctic Trek to Raise Awareness for Military Mental Health
A British veteran severely injured in Iraq is undertaking a 300-mile Arctic trek in March to raise money for the armed forces charity SSAFA, highlighting the importance of mental health support for military personnel.
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24% Bias Score
Puntland Affirms Amnesty for Surrendering Foreign ISIS Fighters
Puntland's government officially denied recent reports claiming no pardon for surrendering foreign ISIS fighters, stating that the amnesty offered by President Deni remains open and that the government is working with the IOM to facilitate the repatriation of foreign fighters.
Puntland Affirms Amnesty for Surrendering Foreign ISIS Fighters
Puntland's government officially denied recent reports claiming no pardon for surrendering foreign ISIS fighters, stating that the amnesty offered by President Deni remains open and that the government is working with the IOM to facilitate the repatriation of foreign fighters.
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32% Bias Score