Category: military
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Fresh F-15 shootdown claims emerge, US breaks silence
U.S. Central Command Debunks False Claims of F-15 Downed Over Kuwait Amid Regional Tensions Tensions in the Middle East flared anew on Monday, March 23, as unsubstantiated reports circulated online alleging that an Iranian force had shot down a U.S. F-15 fighter jet over Kuwait. These claims rapidly gained traction across social media platforms, occurring…
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UAE: Hezbollah, Israel Exchange Evacuation Warnings Amidst Unclear Ground Campaign
Escalation on the Northern Front: Lebanon and Israel Enter New Phase of Intensified Conflict The long-simmering tensions between Hezbollah and the Israeli military have dramatically escalated, ushering in a new, more intense phase of the conflict along Lebanon’s southern border. A significant surge in missile fire, particularly late Wednesday, marked a turning point, prompting a…
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Trump administration underestimated Iran war’s impact on Strait of Hormuz
The Pentagon and National Security Council significantly underestimated Iran’s willingness to close the Strait of Hormuz in response to US military strikes while planning the ongoing operation, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. President Donald Trump’s national security team failed to fully account for the potential consequences of what some officials have described…
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EU plans ‘drone wall’ to stop Russian attacks as Poland vows to shoot down UAVs over Ukraine
European ministers are scrambling to draw up plans for a continent-wide ‘drone wall’ to counter Moscow’s aerial incursions as the Kremlin warns that any strike on its aircraft would result in direct conflict with NATO. Ten nations, including Denmark, Finland, Poland and the Baltic states, will join Ukraine at a summit today to thrash out…
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China & US: Crewed Military Systems vs Drones
The Evolving Role of Drones in Modern Warfare: Redefining, Not Replacing, Human Involvement Recent advancements in drone and robotic technology are undeniably transforming the landscape of modern warfare. Major military powers, including China and the United States, are developing sophisticated technologies, ranging from robotic dogs to advanced drones, which could significantly impact future battlefields. While…
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Israeli Airstrikes Hit Iranian City of Rasht: Latest Developments
Israel and Iran exchanged strikes a week into their war Friday as new diplomatic efforts appeared to be underway. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi appeared headed to Geneva for meetings with the European Union’s top diplomat and counterparts from the United Kingdom, France and Germany. A plane with his usual call sign took off from…
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Ethiopia and Eritrea Vow to Sidestep War, But Peace Remains Uncertain
Both Ethiopia and Eritrea have committed to preventing armed conflict between their nations at any cost, despite being unable to ensure lasting tranquility over an extended period. On Thursday, Ethiopian Premier Abiy Ahmed stated that Ethiopia does not intend to invade Eritrea and guaranteed that there will be no war. However, he reiterated his wish…
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Insurgent Turned Tyrant: Al-Shabaab’s Bold Move on Mogadishu Foretells Somalia’s Doom [Op-ed]
Al-Shabaab has evolved beyond being merely a terrorist organization conducting occasional assaults; now, it is seizing key urban areas, gradually advancing towards the capital, and transitioning into a de facto governing body. Concurrently, Somalia’s federal framework is disintegrating, its political leadership is fragmented, and external observers are largely passive spectators. If Mogadishu falls, this won’t…
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Spain Mobilizes Rescue Mission for Stranded Moroccan Patrol Near Melilla
On Friday, the Spanish government initiated the national maritime rescue plan to aid a Royal Moroccan Navy patrol boat that had run aground on Thursday morning off the coast of Melilla, as reported by the Spanish news agency. EFE . The Spanish governmental group in Melilla stated that this choice was made “owing to the…
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A Ukrainian sniper becomes a star on the frontline: “two shots, two drones destroyed”
It’s clear that Ukraine has significantly advanced and sharpened its skills in designing drones. This poses a genuine threat to Russia, particularly due to fear of assaults from these aerial vehicles. Ukrainian capabilities include advancing drone technology along with countering adversary systems. A post on Telegram , shared by Defence Express , underscores the intricacy…