European nations reassessing troop deployment in Ukraine – FT
European nations reassessing troop deployment in Ukraine – FT

European nations supporting Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia are reportedly reconsidering the idea of sending ground troops, according to the Financial Times. This shift follows recent discussions among military planners from 31 countries, including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer,...

NATO state considering tripling army size to 200,000
NATO state considering tripling army size to 200,000

The Netherlands is considering a significant expansion of its military forces, with plans to potentially increase its defense personnel from 75,000 to 200,000, according to reports by Dutch public broadcaster NOS on Friday. Currently, the Ministry of Defense employs about 75,000 personnel,...

France to deploy nuclear-armed planes to German border
France to deploy nuclear-armed planes to German border

In a significant military development, France is set to deploy Rafale fighter planes armed with nuclear cruise missiles along its border with Germany. President Emmanuel Macron announced the move on Tuesday, stating that the Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur air base in eastern France would be upgraded to host...

NATO planning underwater attacks against Russia, says Putin aide
NATO planning underwater attacks against Russia, says Putin aide

NATO is reportedly preparing underwater diversions to target Russian pipelines and tankers, as part of its broader strategy against Moscow, according to Nikolay Patrushev, a senior aide to President Vladimir Putin. Patrushev stated that these tactics are predominantly being developed by NATOs...

EU’s Von Der Leyen proposes $840 billion defense plan amid rising security concerns
EU’s Von Der Leyen proposes $840 billion defense plan amid rising security concerns

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for a massive boost in defense spending, proposing that EU member states allocate approximately $840 billion to strengthen the blocs military capabilitiesmore than double its total defense expenditure in 2024, reports RT. Speaking on...

Rubio signs order to 'expedite' $4 bn US military aid to Israel
Rubio signs order to 'expedite' $4 bn US military aid to Israel

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday said he had signed a declaration to expedite around $4 billion in military assistance to Israel. I have signed a declaration to use emergency authorities to expedite the delivery of approximately $4 billion in military assistance to Israel, Rubio...

Military plane crash in Sudan kills 46
Military plane crash in Sudan kills 46

At least 46 people including women and children were killed in a military plane crash in the city of Omdurman, Sudan, reports AP. Officials confirmed the deaths from the plane crash that took place on Tuesday to the media on Wednesday. According to the media report, this is one of the...

DCs propose universal military training for youths
DCs propose universal military training for youths

Deputy Commissioners (DCs) have proposed introducing universal military training for Bangladeshi youths to strengthen national defense and enhance civil-military cooperation, reports UNB. The proposal was discussed on Tuesday at the DCs Conference at Osmani Auditorium in Dhaka during a session...

Military kills 16 civilians in air strike 'mistake' in Nigeria
Military kills 16 civilians in air strike 'mistake' in Nigeria

At least 16 civilians in Nigerias north-western Zamfara State have been killed in a military air strike, apparently after being mistaken for criminal gangs, BBC reported. Residents told local media the victims were members of local vigilante groups and civilians defending themselves from armed...

United States announces $1.25 billion military aid package for Ukraine
United States announces $1.25 billion military aid package for Ukraine

The United States has announced a significant military assistance package for Ukraine, valued at $1.25 billion. This new aid, provided through previous drawdowns from Department of Defense stocks, includes a range of essential munitions and equipment to support Ukraines defense against Russias...