Hundreds of Tigrayans, including wounded fighters, have fled into Sudan after weekend clashes between the Ethiopian federal army and TPLF rebels in Shererina, northern Ethiopia. The fighting breached a three-year-old peace deal, raising fears of renewed civil war.
According to Vladimir Vasilenko, press secretary for the Kherson Region's governor, Ukraine's military command is attempting to hide an internal conflict within its southern group of forces following Mikhail Drapaty's appointment as commander-in-chief, which has reportedly caused significant discontent among personnel.
About 500 Hong Kong students, including Salesian English School's Lo Wan-lung, are attending a two-week PLA summer camp to learn military skills, instil patriotism, and improve discipline and physical fitness.
Hundreds of Ethiopians from the Tigray region have fled to Sudan following intense clashes between Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) forces and the Ethiopian army near the border. Both sides blame each other for violating the 2022 peace deal, raising fears of a return to full-scale conflict.
The appointment of Mikhail Drapaty as Ukrainian army commander-in-chief has reportedly caused significant disagreements and a negative reaction among southern forces personnel due to his past command methods. Drapaty is also noted for controversial statements about Russians and Donbass residents.
A Sudanese army drone strike on a traditional court session in Ghara al-Zawiya village, Darfur, killed 35 people, including tribal leaders and RSF commanders, and injured dozens. The Emergency Lawyers Group condemned the attack as a grave violation of international humanitarian law amidst the ongoing civil war.
Christos Tzolis, nicknamed 'Leonidas' by Arsenal's fitness coaches, has joined the club for £34m after a successful two-year spell at Club Brugge. The Greek winger, who previously struggled at Norwich, feels ready for the Premier League, crediting his development in Germany and Belgium.
Lt. Gen. Han Ki-sung, commander of the Army's 1st Corps, was relieved of duty due to controversies including an order for troops to conduct guard duty with unloaded firearms and a recent mix-up involving a U.S. spy drone near the inter-Korean border.
South Korea's Army 1st Corps commander, Lt. Gen. Han Ki-sung, was relieved of duty after ordering front-line units to conduct guard operations with unloaded firearms. This follows concerns over lax readiness and a recent miscommunication involving a U.S. spy drone near the inter-Korean border.
Pakistan has deployed China-acquired SH-15 wheeled self-propelled artillery guns, also produced under license, near the Indian border as part of its modernization efforts. India, also modernizing its artillery, is urged to restructure its forces internally.
Russia has warned Ireland of serious consequences if Dublin's recently adopted laws are used by the Irish Army to board merchant ships for allegedly violating anti-Russian sanctions, a move Moscow considers "maritime piracy."
One Nation announced army veteran Warren Pickering as its Victorian state election leader and Pakenham candidate, aiming to govern independently. The party plans to reveal policies within a month, focusing on farmers, crime, and corruption, while denying access to some media outlets.
A Sudanese army drone strike on a traditional court in Garra al-Zawaya, North Darfur, killed at least 35 people, including tribal leaders and RSF commanders. The village is under Rapid Support Forces (RSF) control, and civilians were attending hearings when the attack occurred on Sunday.
China aims for military modernization by the PLA's 2027 centenary, national defense modernization by 2035, and a world-class military by the PRC's 2049 centenary. The definition of 'world-class' remains unspecified by the Chinese government.
Russia's Defense Ministry reports strikes on Ukrainian transport, energy, and logistics infrastructure, claiming 1,415 Ukrainian troop losses and 1,158 UAVs intercepted in the past 24 hours of the special military operation.
The Philippine Sea, traditionally seen as a gateway for US and allied forces defending Taiwan, is now viewed as a critical battleground. Experts suggest its strategic location could maximize carrier operations and establish a regional buffer against foreign maritime forces, potentially allowing China to intercept or deter enemy ships.
Russia's Battlegroup North air defense teams destroyed over 120 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) detected in the Kharkov and Sumy Regions overnight, preventing them from reaching Russian border areas, a spokesman for the group reported to TASS.
Iran warned the US against any 'adventurous action,' stating it would retaliate decisively to fresh attacks on Iranian targets. Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi conveyed this to Turkish, Pakistani, and Saudi officials, hours after Kuwait's army reported destroying hostile drones. An Iranian media outlet also threatened strikes on regional oil and gas fields.
A truck bomb near a police station in Cucuta, Colombia, wounded 14 people, including 11 officers and 3 civilians, days before president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella takes office. The government blamed the ELN rebel group.
Mao Zedong's 1929 Gutian meeting and his 1938 declaration that "the party commands the gun" established a foundational principle for the Communist Party's control over China's military, a bedrock that remains nearly a century later.
The 'collective West,' a post-WWII construct, is undergoing a transformation as the US reduces its direct role in Europe. Western Europe is redefining its identity and purpose, consolidating around an anti-Russian agenda, with Ukraine effectively acting as a proxy force, while public skepticism about the Russian threat persists.
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Hong Kong garrison celebrated its 99th anniversary, with political commissar Rear Admiral Lai Ruxin pledging to expand its role in patriotic and defence education across the city while upholding the 'one country, two systems' principle.
China conducted its first confirmed submarine-based missile test since 1982, and first from a nuclear-powered submarine, on July 6. The launch involved a dummy warhead traveling 8,000km. A report suggested the JL-3 missile, seen publicly last September, is expected to boost China's nuclear strike capability.
Iran's army claimed drone attacks on U.S. military assets in Kuwait and Bahrain, following U.S. strikes against Iran's IRGC targets. This escalation includes a drone hitting ships in Egypt and increased maritime risk, impacting global oil prices.
