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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Will Ukraine Call Women to War? Former Army Chief & Diplomat Speaks Up

As Russia and Ukraine struggle to replenish their depleted military forces, a former military top dog has hinted at a drastic move. Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ukraine's ambassador to the U. K. and ex-army chief, suggested calling up women to "save Europe from war. " His remarks came during a talk at the thi

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Inside the US Air Force Research Laboratory

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is a crucial part of the US Air Force. With over 11,500 staff and a budget of around $7 billion, it's like the brain behind the Air Force and Space Force. They work on all sorts of things, from keeping Airmen healthy to creating super-fast planes and lasers t

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

Is Yahya Sinwar Dead? Israeli Forces Investigate

Israeli military officials are looking into the possibility that Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, was killed during recent operations in Gaza. Sinwar, who took over after the death of former leader Ismail Haniyeh, has been a target for Israel due to his involvement in the October 7th attack.

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

US Airstrikes Hit Yemen's Houthis

On Wednesday evening, the US military struck Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The attacks targeted underground storage facilities filled with advanced weapons. These weapons were used to target ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. This time, the US used B-2 bombers, which are much larger and ca

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

North Korea Destroys Old Roads, Tensions Rise

In a surprising move, North Korea blew up parts of old inter-Korean roads that weren't being used. This happened as tensions between North and South Korea were rising. The South Korean military said they're keeping a close eye on things, but didn't give many details. The day before, North Korea's l

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

China's Biggest Warplane Show Around Taiwan

On Monday, China pushed the limits by flying its largest number of warplanes around Taiwan during military drills. This move was a response to Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, who spoke about protecting the island's sovereignty. The drills involved fighter jets, drones, warships, and coast guar

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Oct 15 2024CRIME

Lawyers Seek Accountability for Lewiston Mass Shooting

One year after a tragic event in Lewiston, Maine, where an Army reservist killed 18 people in a bowling alley and a bar, lawyers are taking action. They represent survivors and families of victims, alleging that the U.S. military and related institutions failed to act on warning signs from the shoot

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

Ex-Secretary Esper Warns: Trump’s Military Threats Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Mark Esper, the former Secretary of Defense, has a stark warning for the public: take Donald Trump's comments about using the military against Americans seriously. Esper, who was part of Trump's administration, shared his thoughts on CNN's "The Source" on Monday. He recalled a time in the summer of

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

US Warns Israel: Improve Gaza Aid or Risk Losing Military Support

The Biden administration recently sent a strong message to Israel, asking for urgent action to enhance the humanitarian situation in Gaza. In a letter signed by Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, the US demanded that Israel take steps within the next 30 days to

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

China's Giant Coast Guard Ship Joins War Games near Taiwan

On Monday, China added a special touch to its military exercises near Taiwan. For the first time, one of its massive coast guard ships, known as a "monster ship," joined the drills. This ship, with the hull number 2901, is the largest coast guard vessel in the world, weighing in at 12,000 tons. The

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