organization primarily tasked with preparing for and conducting war
As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, Kyiv is desperate to replenish its depleted forces. Far from the trenches, defense officials are embarking on a ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-launches-military-charm-offensive-conscription-flags-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Ukraine pressures military age men abroad by suspending their consular services: Staying abroad “does not relieve a citizen of his or her duties to the homeland ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/europe/ukraine-consulates-mobilization-intl-latam/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Pentagon set to send initial $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine once bill clears Senate and Biden
apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-pentagon-weapons-congress-54045b0755b1711d0e22beaedf137cab
Quick Glance: Senate Passes $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- The Senate has passed a $95 billion aid package for war assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debates over U.S. involvement in foreign wars.
- The legislation also includes $26 billion for wartime assistance to Israel and humanitarian relief for the citizens of Gaza, along with $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.
- Senate Republicans and House Republicans collaborated to secure the aid for Ukraine and Israel, emphasizing the potential dire consequences if Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression goes unchecked.
- There was broad congressional support for the aid package, but leaders had to navigate strong opposition from conservatives questioning U.S. involvement in foreign wars and focusing on issues like migration at the U.S.-Mexico border.
UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
news.sky.com/story/uk-to-increase-defence-spending-to-2-5-of-gdp-meaning-tens-of-billions-of-pounds-of-extra-funding-13121450
Germany arrests aide to far-right MEP on suspicion of spying for China: German authorities have arrested an aide to a high-ranking, far-right member of the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/europe/germany-china-spying-arrest-eu-parliament-intl/
Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
Singapore army officer honours late father by engraving name on prestigious British sword award
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/saf-officer-won-sword-engraved-late-father-name-mindef-4284966
Israel-Gaza live updates: Israeli intelligence chief resigns over Oct. 7: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military ...
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-hamas-gaza-war-iran-latest/israeli-intelligence-chief-resigns-over-oct-7-109486960
U.S. cites a litany of rights violations in Israel, Gaza and West Bank: The Gaza war has worsened the human rights situation in Israel, a new State Department ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/22/us-israel-gaza-human-rights/
Murkomen: My Ministry can't probe Ogolla's death : Murkomen said his office is only involved in investigating crashes involving civilian aircraft.
nation.africa/kenya/news/murkomen-my-ministry-cant-probe-ogolla-death-4599976
Ministry may send armed forces to Middle East to keep students safe: Defence Ministry will discuss with Foreign Affairs and Higher Education ministries.
dlvr.it/T5pNmz
Live updates: Tensions simmer between Iran and Israel as war devastates Gaza: Israel is carrying out what appears to be one of its largest operations in the West ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-21-24/
Ukrainian and Western leaders laud passage of U.S. aid while Kremlin warns of 'ruin'
pbs.org/newshour/world/ukrainian-and-western-leaders-laud-passage-of-u-s-aid-while-kremlin-warns-of-ruin
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 788: As the war enters its 788th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/22/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-788
The U.S. House passed a long-awaited foreign aid package for Israel, while the State Department appears poised to slap sanctions on an IDF unit accused of ... Show more
US troops set to withdraw from Niger, State Department official says: US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell met with Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/us-troops-to-withdraw-from-niger/
Israel aghast as US said poised to sanction IDF unit with history of abuses: Report says Blinken to target Netzah Yehuda battalion for violence against West Bank ...
timesofisrael.com/israel-aghast-as-us-said-poised-to-sanction-notorious-idf-unit-netanyahu-a-moral-low/
Iran downplays reported Israeli attack; US 'not involved,' Blinken says: Live updates
usatoday.com/story/news/world/israel-hamas/2024/04/19/israel-war-news-updates-iran-attack/73380679007/
The US has banned funding for the Azov Brigade since 2017 based on Russian propaganda, yet Azov fighters are received at the highest levels in the West ... Show more euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/20/we-fight-real-nazis-of-today-azov-commander-slams-us-weapons-ban-in-plea-for-aid/
Blast rocks base used by Iraqi coalition of Iran-allied militias; US denies involvement
timesofisrael.com/blast-rocks-base-used-by-iraqi-coalition-of-iran-allied-militias-us-denies-involvement/
Lithuania transfers L-39 attack aircraft to Ukraine - Euromaidan Press: Lithuania announced the transfer of a new military aid package to Ukraine ...
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/20/lithuania-transfers-l-39-attack-aircraft-to-ukraine/
Germany arrests two dual nationals over alleged Russian sabotage plot: Prosecutors accuse German-Russian duo of being prepared to ‘carry out explosive and arson ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/germany-arrests-two-dual-nationals-over-alleged-russian-sabotage-plot
World urges ‘de-escalation’ after drones shot down over Iran: Escalation more than six months into Israel’s war on Gaza has raised fears of spiralling violence ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/19/world-urges-de-escalation-after-drones-shot-down-over-iran
Ukraine’s air defenders claim two major firsts, but missiles evading interception kill 7
cnn.com/2024/04/19/europe/ukraine-air-defense-russian-bomber-dnipropetrovsk-intl/
Russia pummels exhausted Ukrainian forces with smaller attacks ahead of a springtime advance
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-offensive-putin-8fce40ee08fdcc483f1d0fbe51c44bbe
Russia's Bashneft oil company installs anti-drone nets to protects refineries, says report
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-bashneft-protects-refineries-with-anti-drone-nets-ria-says-2024-04-19/
Germany Arrests 2 Men Suspected of Spying for Russia: The two men, dual citizens of both countries, were accused of being part of a plot to undermine aid to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/europe/germany-russia-spying-arrests.html
Russia is recruiting female convicts for Ukraine war: report: The late founder of the mercenary Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, had started the practice of ...
businessinsider.com/russia-recruiting-female-convicts-military-report-2024-4
"Within days" - Pentagon set to quickly send Ukraine arms after US Congress approval - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/19/within-days-pentagon-set-to-quickly-send-ukraine-arms-after-us-congress-approval/
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 785: As the war enters its 785th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/19/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-785
U.S. sanctions target Iran’s drone production after attack on Israel: Treasury announces new sanctions on Tehran but seeks to contain broader conflict.
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/18/iran-treasury-drone-sanctions/
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
reut.rs/4b1UFQP
Trump could have helped response to Jan. 6 riot — but didn’t — per new testimony: Two senior leaders of the D.C. guard at the time of the Capitol attack painted ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/17/trump-jan-6-capitol-riot-national-guard-00152757
Report Sounds Alarm Over Growing Role of Big Tech in US Military-Industrial Complex
commondreams.org/news/military-industrial-complex-big-tech
Live updates: Israel weighs response to Iran attack, delays Gaza city offensive: The Israeli war cabinet has reviewed military plans for a potential response to ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-16-24/
US defense chief speaks with Chinese counterpart, Pentagon says
reuters.com/world/us/us-defense-chief-speaks-with-chinese-counterpart-pentagon-says-2024-04-16/
The military has reportedly formed an inquiry committee to investigate allegations of misuse of authority against former spymaster retired Lt Gen Faiz Hamid ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1828131 #DawnToday
Iraq’s dangerous balancing act between Iran and the US: Iraqi PM al-Sudani’s visit to Washington came as its neighbour Iran attacked Israel ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/17/iraqs-dangerous-balancing-act-between-iran-and-the-us
How Biden could help Ukraine with arms without Congress: Over six months of deadlock in the US Congress, passing new aid legislation for Ukraine ...
eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7183868/
Estonian Foreign Ministry on Russian strike on Chernihiv: This wouldn't have happened if Ukraine had everything they asked to protect their skies
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451645/
China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months: Lloyd Austin and Dong Jun talk South China Sea, Taiwan, North Korea and Ukraine in ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/17/china-us-defence-chiefs-hold-first-substantive-talks-in-nearly-18-months
WATCH LIVE: State Department holds briefing following report on Israeli military abuses and U.S. aid
Australians with ADHD say they struggle to join the defence force, now there are calls for change
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/people-with-adhd-struggle-to-join-australia-armed-forces/103553606
Live updates: Iran launches dozens of drones : Iran launched more than 100 drones toward Israel, according to an Israeli military official ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-14-24/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Live updates: Iran launches dozens of drones toward Israel: Iran has launched drones toward Israel, according to an Israel Defense Forces spokesperson ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-13-24/
West Asia crisis LIVE: 'World must take action against Iran's crimes': Israel tells UNSC
wionews.com/world/west-asia-crisis-live-us-claims-to-strike-down-80-drones-6-missiles-fired-from-yemen-iran-711291
Russia-Ukraine war: Thousands of Russian soldiers want out: Growing numbers of Russian soldiers are trying to get out of the war in Ukraine ...
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-putin-deserter-asylum-5c7642cd14431d9af65076df2df4b861
Quick Glance: Russian Soldiers Desert Putin's War Without Hero's Welcome Abroad
- Thousands of Russian soldiers desert the army to escape the war in Ukraine.
- Soldiers face criminal charges in Russia and seek asylum in the West, living in hiding.
- Western nations grapple with the dilemma of Russian soldiers as spies, criminals, or heroes.
- Rise in asylum claims by Russians, but few are granted protection, raising concerns over national security risks.
Live updates: Iran launches dozens of drones toward Israel: Iran has launched drones toward Israel, according to an Israel Defense Forces spokesperson ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-13-24/
Ukraine’s top commander says eastern frontline has ‘significantly worsened’: Outgunned forces struggle to halt multipronged and intensifying Russian offensive
ft.com/content/53228051-f42b-4c63-bad6-e6a5bfd54d7c
Israel-Gaza live updates: We 'defeated' Iran, Biden says: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military continues its ...
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/iran-did-not-give-us-heads-up-on-israel-attack-pentagon-109262402
CNN's Wolf Blitzer reports as a team on the ground in Jerusalem hears air sirens while Iranian projectiles streak through the skies above ... Show more edition.cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-13-24/index.html
Russia is struggling to find its missing soldiers: Vladimir Putin’s war has left thousands of searching families in limbo
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/russia-is-struggling-to-find-its-missing-soldiers
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 779: As the war enters its 779th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-779
Iran has cautioned Israel against a counterstrike to its retaliatory attack earlier today, saying it would not “hesitate to take further necessary defensive ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/gaza-invasion #DawnToday
Russia sends military trainers, air defence system to Niger: State media: Violence in the region has worsened since coups in Niger and its neighbours Mali and ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/russia-sends-military-trainers-air-defence-system-to-niger-state-media
Russian military trainers and air defence system arrive in Niger: The new Niger government has made a complete pivot to Russia, breaking away from France and its ...
trtworld.com/africa/russian-military-trainers-and-air-defence-system-arrive-in-niger-17747555
Thailand’s top diplomat visits Myanmar border amid clashes, evacuations: Foreign Minister Parnpree arrives in Mae Sot to review measures to deal with people ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/thailands-top-diplomat-visits-myanmar-border-amid-clashes-evacuations
Russia-Ukraine war: US announces sale of $138 million in Hawk missile systems support to Ukraine
apnews.com/article/ukraine-weapons-russia-war-funding-95cd3466442ddd609077e9f0d11d3beb
Quick Glance: U.S. approves emergency sale of HAWK missile systems support to Ukraine
- Secretary of State Antony Blinken approved Ukraine's emergency request to buy spare parts and repair services for its HAWK missile systems, worth some $138 million.
- The money will be used for engineering and integration services, communications equipment, tests and support, as well as training and spare parts.
- The approval comes as Republicans in the House have blocked President Joe Biden's $60 billion supplemental funding package.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for additional air defense systems and missiles as the city of Kharkiv is bombarded.
Singapore has responded to UN pressure by cracking down on sales of weapons through its territory to Myanmar, delivering a serious blow to the embattled ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/singapore-tightens-screws-on-myanmar-generals-with-arms-trade-crackdown
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 777: As the war enters its 777th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/11/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-777
CA$H CRUNCH: The alarming report and what it means for America's future and your bottom line.www.foxbusiness.com/politics/us-national-debt-interest-exceeds-defense-spending-cbo
Mayorkas takes heat from House GOP in hearing on DHS budget, border: Mayorkas called the situation at the southwest border a crisis.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/mayorkas-takes-heat-house-gop-hearing-dhs-budget/story
🔴 Live: Hamas weighs truce proposal but says it fails to respond to demands: Hamas said Tuesday it was considering a new truce proposal amid a latest round of ...
france24.com/en/middle-east/20240409-%F0%9F94%B4-live-israel-deploys-c-dome-defence-system-for-the-first-time
Baringo county seeks to allocate land for military camp: The military is seeking 1,000 acres of land in Mukutani, Baringo South, and Loyamorock in Tiaty to ...
standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001492794/baringo-county-seeks-to-allocate-land-for-military-camp
Live updates: Israel-Hamas wars, Tel Aviv protests, Iran vows response to strike in Syria
edition.cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-07-24/h_4f2017db74c8189063f84864c476a007
Quick Glance: US Warns of Possible Iranian Attacks on Israel
- The United States believes Iran could attack Israel in the coming days, potentially escalating a war in the region.
- Threats of an Iranian attack on Israeli assets have been shared with U.S. lawmakers.
- The attacks are expected to be in retaliation for Israel's airstrike in Syria last week, which killed a top Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps commander.
- The U.S. is concerned about the potential destabilization of the region due to a possible Iranian attack.
Pakistan denounces Indian minister's remarks about pursuing suspects across border
reuters.com/world/india/pakistan-denounces-indian-ministers-remarks-about-pursuing-suspects-across-2024-04-06/
After France and Latvia: Norway does not rule out NATO troops for Ukraine: The discussion about NATO troops for Ukraine continues. Norway's foreign minister is ...
fr.de/politik/norwegen-nato-truppen-ukraine-krieg-verteidigung-russland-putin-zr-92989103.html
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 772: As the war enters its 772nd day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/6/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-772
Blinken: Israeli offers to increase aid to Gaza may not be sufficient: Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Friday that Israel’s efforts to increase aid to ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4576216-blinken-israeli-offers-to-increase-aid-to-gaza-may-not-be-sufficient/
Quick Glance: Israel’s Military Recovers Hostage's Body in Gaza Amid Cease-Fire Talks
- Israel's military found the body of a 47-year-old farmer held hostage in Gaza.
- The discovery renewed pressure on Israel's government to secure the release of hostages.
- The U.N. warned of an imminent shameful famine in Gaza.
- The destruction of hospitals in Gaza has severely impacted the health system.
Ukraine Claims One of Its Biggest Attacks Inside Russia Just Destroyed Six Bombers
thedailybeast.com/ukraine-claims-one-of-its-biggest-attacks-inside-russia-just-destroyed-six-bombers
US, Japan, Australia and Philippines to hold 'maritime cooperative activity': The defence forces of the United States, Japan, Australia and the Philippines will ...
reuters.com/world/us-japan-australia-philippines-hold-maritime-cooperative-activity-2024-04-06/
Russia claims to have captured village in Ukraine’s Donetsk region: Russian forces have captured the village of Vodyane in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240405-russia-claims-to-have-captured-village-in-ukraine-s-donetsk-region
Germany considers revival of national service in ‘landmark’ military reforms: Restructuring aims to make armed forces better prepared to defend Nato territory
ft.com/content/414e11a6-9fb6-406b-941e-2ea6fdd4e1e3
Russia’s neighbours urge Nato allies to bring back military service: Following Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, conscription is being rebooted ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68728096
Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine lowers conscription age to plug shortfall in troops: Ukraine has lowered the military conscription age from 27 to 25 in an effort to ...
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-conscription-mobilization-251058a942a253f3eaec2c53373adf03
Quick Glance: Ukraine Lowers Conscription Age to 25
- Ukraine lowered the conscription age from 27 to 25 to replenish depleted ranks after over two years of war.
- President Zelenskyy signed the new mobilization law passed by parliament.
- An audit revealed the need for new recruits was overestimated, leading to the conscription age change.
- Despite concerns about the economy, the conscription age is lowered as Ukraine braces for a summer offensive by Russian forces.
Denmark shuts shipping strait over missile failure: The busy Great Belt strait is closed for planes and ships due to a risk of "falling missile fragments".
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68730431
Norway does not rule out deployment of troops to Ukraine, says Foreign Minister: Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has stated that in the long term ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/5/7449854/
The Japanese government pledged Friday to donate US$1 million to Taiwan to assist with disaster relief and reconstruction after a magnitude 7 ... Show more #earthquake focustaiwan.tw/politics/202404050008
Quick Glance: Taiwan Rejects China's Aid Offer After Earthquake
- Taiwanese authorities have not yet estimated the cost of recovering from the massive, deadly earthquake that hit the island on Wednesday.
- China offered aid, but Taiwan swiftly turned it down due to their conflict-ridden relationship.
- Taiwan's quick rejection likely stems from lingering bitterness over how the 1999 earthquake was handled.
- China's aid always comes with conditions, leading to Taiwan's resistance based on distrust and military threats.
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