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Nigerian troops have foiled a terrorist attack on Bangi community in Niger State, engaging over 300 bandits in a fierce firefight that lasted for over three hours. The operation, which involved collaboration with the Air Component of the Nigerian Air Force, resulted in the deaths of 17 brave soldiers, while
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The Nigerian Army conducted a counter-terrorism operation in Bangi, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, successfully repelling a major terrorist assault led by over 300 insurgents. The operation, carried out in collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force, disrupted a planned large-scale attack and thwarted the terrorists' attempt to
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Lieutenant Angus Lapslie, a Reservist with 7th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (7 SCOTS), organized a voyage as part of Exercise Highland Express, a military adventurous training program designed to build resilience by placing soldiers in unfamiliar, high-pressure environments. The trip was just one example of how Reservists train
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As part of Armed Forces Week 2025 celebrations, Landmarc Support Service, in partnership with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), raised the Armed Forces Day flag at its base at Nesscliff Training Camp, showcasing its appreciation and support for service personnel. This annual tradition takes place across the UK's
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Reservist Abi Theaker, known as Sapper Theaker by her peers, balances her day job as a Senior Technical Officer for Network Rail with her weekly training nights as an Army Reservist at Chesterfield-based 350 Field Squadron, of 75 Engineer Regiment, the Royal Engineers. In her seven years as a Reservist,
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Soldiers from the Aboubacar Sangoule Lamizana General Camp and women from the Green Brigade of the Ouagadougou commune came together on June 25, 2025, for a sanitation day, cleaning up their living and working environment. The initiative, part of the Days of Patriotic Commitment and Civic Participation, aimed to strengthen
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Paul Shortt, a 52-year-old Scottish activist and member of Palestine Action, has been linked to a cache of inflammatory posts on social media, including one featuring a photograph of a gun. The posts have been characterised as promoting violence and threatening imagery. Shortt has a history of activism, including convictions
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Plymouth Armed Forces Day takes place this Saturday, June 28, on Plymouth Hoe, celebrating the strong relationship between the city's Armed Forces and its community. The event showcases interactive displays, Veteran and military villages, military vehicles and equipment, and recruitment information for those interested in military careers. Captain
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Chinese troops with significant UN peacekeeping experience will take part in the September 3 military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China's victory against Japanese aggression and fascism. This participation highlights China's commitment to maintaining international obligations and promoting world peace, according to Wu Zeke,
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First Bus is providing free bus travel to commemorate Armed Forces Day, taking place on Saturday, 28th June. The offer extends to anyone wearing uniform of the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force, and associated cadet forces across all UK bus networks. Additionally, free travel is allowed for
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The recent decision by an appeals court has granted United States President Donald Trump broad authority to deploy military forces in American cities, including Los Angeles, sparking concerns about the erosion of civilian governance and the potential for authoritarianism. This development is part of a broader trend of Trump'
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Pakistani security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in the South Waziristan district, leading to the deaths of two soldiers and 11 terrorists. The operation was launched on June 24, 2025, to target the Khwarij group, which was designated as Fitna-al-Khawarij by the government in July last year. The soldiers who
