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‘Several hundred’ North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces

A couple hundred North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces against Ukraine have been killed or wounded during battle in the Kursk border region, a senior military official said on Tuesday. The official didn't provide details on exactly how many have been killed, but said the North Korean forces don't appear to be battle-hardened, which contributes to the number of …

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A couple hundred North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — A couple hundred North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces against Ukraine have been killed or wounded during battle in the Kursk border region, a senior military official said Tuesday. The official didn’t provide details on exactly how many have been killed, but said the North Korean forces don’t appear to be battle-hardened, which contributes to the number …

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Grassroots funding for Ukraine’s military declines as groups looks for creative ways to raise money

Live Mint

KYIV, Ukraine — The concert took place in an old movie studio in Kyiv, the location kept secret until the final moment in case it was the target of a Russian attack. More than 1,000 soldiers and young people gathered to listen to the artists who joined forces with a military brigade in an innovative effort to raise funds for …

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Grassroots funding for Ukraine’s military declines as groups look for creative ways to raise money

Live Mint

KYIV, Ukraine — The concert took place in an old movie studio in Kyiv, the location kept secret until the final moment in case it was the target of a Russian attack. More than 1,000 soldiers and young people gathered to listen to the artists who joined forces with a military brigade in an innovative effort to raise funds for …

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The man whose job it is to make sure American’s can fly home for Christmas

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy David Seymour's job over the next few weeks is making sure that American Airlines flights take …

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For first time, France's Macron calls 1944 killings of West African troops by French massacre

Deccan Chronicle

Dakar : French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday for the first time recognised the killing of West African soldiers by the French Army in 1944 as a massacre in a letter addressed to the Senegalese authorities. Macron's move, on the eve of the 80th anniversary of the World War II killings in Thiaroye - a fishing village on the outskirts …

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For the first time, France’s Macron calls 1944 killings of West African troops by French as massacre

Associated Press

DAKAR, Senegal — French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday for the first time recognized the killing of West African soldiers by the French Army in 1944 as a massacre in a letter addressed to the Senegalese authorities. Macron’s move, on the eve of the 80th anniversary of the World War II killings in Thiaroye — a fishing village on the …

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Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing, facing ICC arrest warrant request

Hindustan Times

* Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing, facing ICC arrest warrant request ICC seeks arrest warrant for crimes against humanity * Min Aung Hlaing faces sanctions from EU and US * Anti-junta forces gain ground with ethnic armies' support By Shoon Naing, Devjyot Ghoshal Nov 27 - Just days after the United Nations accused his military of brutally driving what …

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Ukraine is relying on drones to hold back Russian advances. Troops on the frontline are fearing the worst

CNN

Pokrovsk, eastern Ukraine CNN — The Russian assault, caught in grainy feeds from multiple drones, is relentless and daily. “The situation is very critical,” said East, the callsign of a commander of a drone unit with Ukraine’s 15th National Guard working around Pokrovsk. That’s why we often see situations where the enemy uncontrollably penetrates vulnerable areas.” East, a commander of …

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Ukraine is relying on drones to hold back Russian advances. Troops on the frontline are fearing the worst

CNN

Pokrovsk, eastern Ukraine CNN — The Russian assault, caught in grainy feeds from multiple drones, is relentless and daily. That’s why we often see situations where the enemy uncontrollably penetrates vulnerable areas.” East, a commander of a Ukrainian drone unit working around Pokrovsk. One commander said Selydove, a key town outside of Pokrovsk taken by Russia in October, was defended …

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Army Chief presents President's colours to four mechanised infantry battalions

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Recognizing the exemplary services of four Mechanised Infantry Units of the Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, on Wednesday presented the prestigious President's Colours to four battalions of the Mechanised Infantry during a solemn ceremony at the Mechanised Infantry Centre and School, Ahilyanagar. On behalf of President Droupadi Murmu, the President's Colours were awarded …

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Once ‘elite’ Russian units becoming ‘obsolete’ as a result of Putin’s war strategy in Ukraine

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Russian units fighting in Ukraine …

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Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines? Trump’s Defense pick reignites the debate

LA Times

President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has reignited a debate that many thought had been long settled: Should women be allowed to serve their country by fighting on the front lines? Duckworth, who flew combat missions in Iraq and lost both legs when her helicopter was hit, added, “It just shows how out of touch he is …

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Here’s a look at the number of women serving in U.S. military combat roles

LA Times

The Pentagon and the surrounding area is seen in this aerial view in Washington, Jan. 26, 2020. President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has been outspoken about his opinion that women should not serve in combat roles. Here’s a look at how many women are in such roles in the U.S. military, as of the 2024 budget …

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1000 days of Russia-Ukraine war: Why infantry is crucial even in era of drones and missiles

Firstpost

Despite the surge in unmanned systems, artillery and air power, the gritty realities of close combat, territorial control and urban warfare have shown that infantry remains indispensable Servicemen of the 24th Mechanized Brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fire a BRM-1K infantry fighting vehicle towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, …

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Here’s a look at the number of women in military combat roles

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has been outspoken about his opinion that women should not serve in combat roles. Here’s a look at how many women are in such military roles, as of the 2024 budget year: Women serving in special operations — Navy Special Warfare combat crew: 2 — Air Force special operations: …

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Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines? Trump’s defense pick reignites the debate

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has reignited a debate that many thought had been long settled: Should women be allowed to serve their country by fighting on the front lines? Here’s a look at the number of women in select military combat roles Navy Special Warfare combat crew: 2 Serving in Army infantry, armor …

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Pete Hegseth: Trump’s Pentagon pick aims for clash with top military leadership

CNN

CNN — President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth has railed against women in combat, voiced support for troops accused and in some instances, convicted of war crimes, and advocated for the firing of the military’s most senior officers accused of supporting so-called woke policies. Hegseth told radio host Hugh Hewitt in June that he believes roughly a …

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Trump’s Defense Secretary Pick Was Removed From Biden’s Inauguration For A Truly Wild Reason

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING The Fox News host who President-elect Donald Trump just announced would be his nominee for secretary of defense was not allowed to work security at President Joe Biden’s 2021 inauguration, supposedly because of a tattoo that military higher-ups believed might have been an extremist symbol. According to Pete Hegseth, the “Fox & Friends Weekend” host and potential …

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Pete Hegseth: Fox News host, ex-Army veteran is Trump's new Defense Secretary

India Today

US President-elect Donald Trump has picked Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and military veteran, as his choice for defence secretary, continuing his trend of selecting loyalists in key positions. Hegseth began co-hosting a Fox News weekend morning talk program on a regular basis in late 2016. Hegseth has also played a key role in the network’s expansion into streaming …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Trump builds out national security team with picks of Hegseth for Pentagon, Noem for DHS

Associated Press

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — President-elect Donald Trump moved to build out his national security team Tuesday, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary and former Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe to lead the Central Intelligence Agency. “I look forward to John being the first person ever to …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shivajinagar road in Bengaluru to be partially closed for 30 days; Check alternate routes here

Hindustan Times

Starting Monday, i.e., November 11, one side of the road near Shivaji Circle and Jyothi Cafe in Shivajinagar will be closed for all types of vehicular movement to accommodate the ongoing Namma Metro construction by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited, the Bengaluru traffic police said. Restricted Routes: - Vehicles traveling from Balekundri towards the Shivajinagar BMTC Bus Stand via …

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Indian Navy gifts two Fast Interceptor Crafts to Mozambique

India Today

India gifted two waterjet propelled Fast Interceptor Crafts to Mozambique in order to strengthen the maritime security in the Indian Ocean region. The vessels were transhipped by INS Gharial, were presented at a formal ceremony in Mozambique's Nacala on Friday, attended by key officials including India’s High Commissioner to Mozambique, Robert Shetkintong, Defence Adviser Colonel Puneet Attri, and Commander Rajan …

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Never seen before painting by Sita Ram on view

Hindustan Times

On view from November 14 to 17 at the Art Mumbai fair held at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse, DAG will be exhibiting their show titled ‘Iconic Masterpieces of Indian Modern Art,’ featuring rare works of Indian art. Never seen before painting by Sita Ram on view The star of the show is a never seen before painting by the artist Sita …

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‘Several hundred’ North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces

A couple hundred North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces

Grassroots funding for Ukraine’s military declines as groups looks for creative ways to raise money

Grassroots funding for Ukraine’s military declines as groups look for creative ways to raise money

The man whose job it is to make sure American’s can fly home for Christmas

For first time, France's Macron calls 1944 killings of West African troops by French massacre

For the first time, France’s Macron calls 1944 killings of West African troops by French as massacre

Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing, facing ICC arrest warrant request

Ukraine is relying on drones to hold back Russian advances. Troops on the frontline are fearing the worst

Ukraine is relying on drones to hold back Russian advances. Troops on the frontline are fearing the worst

Army Chief presents President's colours to four mechanised infantry battalions

Once ‘elite’ Russian units becoming ‘obsolete’ as a result of Putin’s war strategy in Ukraine

Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines? Trump’s Defense pick reignites the debate

Here’s a look at the number of women serving in U.S. military combat roles

1000 days of Russia-Ukraine war: Why infantry is crucial even in era of drones and missiles

Here’s a look at the number of women in military combat roles

Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines? Trump’s defense pick reignites the debate

Pete Hegseth: Trump’s Pentagon pick aims for clash with top military leadership

Trump’s Defense Secretary Pick Was Removed From Biden’s Inauguration For A Truly Wild Reason

Pete Hegseth: Fox News host, ex-Army veteran is Trump's new Defense Secretary

Trump builds out national security team with picks of Hegseth for Pentagon, Noem for DHS

Shivajinagar road in Bengaluru to be partially closed for 30 days; Check alternate routes here

Indian Navy gifts two Fast Interceptor Crafts to Mozambique

Never seen before painting by Sita Ram on view