Former House Deputy Speaker Michael Odylon “Mikee” Romero was confirmed as a reserve brigadier general by the Commission on Appointments. He was among 38 senior military officers, both regular and reserve, to be confirmed.
The Department of War rejected Senator Mark Kelly's claims that Pete Hegseth targeted women and Black military officers, citing merit-based promotion policies.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government is undertaking a review of the promotion process for senior officers within the country's military. The review aims to ensure fairness and efficiency in career advancement.
The United States has intensified its military actions against Iran, launching multiple strikes on Iranian military targets and disabling a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as Iran reports retaliatory attacks and warns of an existential war with the US, further escalating the conflict between the two nations.
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stated that the memory of the five military officers killed in the 2002 helicopter crash near Kouklia remains a lasting point of reference for both the Republic of Cyprus and the National Guard.
A Portuguese association of military officers has issued a second communiqué in less than a month, accusing Defense Minister Nuno Melo of "anomalous silence" regarding their salary negotiations, contrasting his inaction with ongoing talks in the Ministry of Internal Administration.
Retired military officers and associates of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar have cautioned Nigerians against blaming the North for the country’s worsening insecurity, emphasizing that terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping are national issues.
Polish military officers suggest that it is a matter of 'when, not if' conscription will be reinstated, leading to discussions on who will join the army, civil defense, or critical state institutions.
Two military officers and a businessman have appeared before an Accra Circuit Court in Ghana, facing charges related to their alleged involvement in a robbery amounting to more than GHC1 million at East Legon.
China has introduced new regulations aimed at strengthening discipline and control over senior military officers. These rules are designed to ensure greater accountability and adherence to party directives within the armed forces.
A man in the UK has been charged with making antisemitic threats, including threatening to kill Jews on a London bus and to cut their throats, as well as sending threatening messages to the Israeli embassy, Muslim organizations, and an MP's office. This incident highlights a new wave of terror faced by Britain's Jewish community.
Mali has launched an investigation into several of its soldiers and military officers. They are suspected of collaborating with jihadist groups to carry out coordinated attacks on military bases.
Retired military officers, human rights activists, lawyers, and other concerned Nigerians have condemned and expressed outrage over the Federal Government's reintegration of repentant terrorists into society.
President Xi Jinping called on senior Chinese military officers to deepen ideological rectification and political refining to achieve a 'brand new look' for the People's Liberation Army's centenary goal, following a sweeping anti-corruption drive.
Pete Hegseth is leading a shake-up in military education, moving away from Ivy League institutions and embracing Hillsdale College for the training of senior U.S. military officers.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed 22 universities, including Harvard and MIT, from the Pentagon's list for military officer education, citing 'anti-American' sentiments and proposing new partnerships.
China has removed 19 officials, including nine military officers, from their positions in a new wave of purges ahead of the country's largest annual political gathering next week.
Antonio Tejero, who died at 93, was part of rightwing network whose efforts were thwarted by King Juan Carlos
The Spanish officer who led his armed followers into the Spanish congress in a failed military coup in 1981 has died on the same day that the socialist-led government declassified documents relating to the murky attempt to overthrow the country’s post-Franco democracy.
Antonio Tejero, who was 93, was part of a network of rightwing police and military officers whose efforts to seize po...
The Philippine Commission on Appointments (CA) has elected new officers and committee leaders, and subsequently confirmed the appointments of General Nafarrete and 37 other generals and officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan chaired the Supreme Military Council, which approved the promotion and retirement of senior military officers and replaced the air force chief in its annual meeting.
The Ohanaeze organization commemorated the 60th anniversary of the deaths of military officers Aguiyi-Ironsi and Fajuyi, highlighting their sacrifices on July 29, 1966, as examples of patriotism and selfless leadership in Nigeria's history.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held multiple special meetings with corps commanders and weapons manufacturers to discuss military leadership and defense production. These meetings come amid ongoing efforts to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda promoted two Lithuanian army officers to higher general ranks on Thursday. Flotilla Admiral Giedrius Premeneckas, Chief of the Defense Staff, and Brigadier General Ži, Head of the Training and Doctrine Command, received the promotions.
A corruption investigation into Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship free meals program has widened, with prosecutors naming an active police brigadier general as a suspect and referring a case involving a military officer.
An 80-year-old man in France shot and wounded two military officers, convinced that President Macron had been deposed and a revolution had begun, before surrendering to authorities.
Polish military officers suggest that the reinstatement of conscription is a matter of 'when, not if,' making it crucial to determine who will serve in the army, civil defense, or essential state institutions in case of war.
Four Indonesian military officers have been jailed for an acid attack on a rights activist, with prosecutors arguing in court that the soldiers were motivated by anger over the activist's work.
EU member states have given the green light to begin accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, overcoming previous blockades, particularly from Hungary. This decision marks a significant step forward in the two countries' paths toward joining the European Union.
Pete Hegseth has blocked the promotions of Black and women military officers, citing an anti-DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) push. This action has removed these officers from the promotion list.
Fiji police are reportedly closing in on military officers as part of their investigation into the Vakarisi death. This development suggests progress in the high-profile probe.
Nigeria's government is under increasing pressure as 36 senior military officers stand trial before a specially convened court martial for their alleged involvement in a coup attempt against President Bola Tinubu.
The President has officially presented general nominations to military officers. The ceremony included a notable remark from the President directed towards the Prime Minister.
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has inaugurated a general court-martial to begin the trial of 36 military personnel accused of plotting a coup against President Tinubu. Journalists were reportedly barred from covering the proceedings.
Several vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days after reaching agreements with Iran. A Swedish shipping company, Stena Bulk, with ships in the Persian Gulf, remains cautious.
The Indonesian military has detained four soldiers in connection with an acid attack on an activist, indicating an ongoing investigation into the incident.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his 13-year-old daughter, Kim Ju Ae, participated in a father-daughter activity, testing new sniper rifles and distributing weapons to military officers.
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Nineteen deputies, including nine military officers, have been removed from China's legislature ahead of its annual meeting, signaling internal political shifts.
China has removed nine senior military officers from its rubber-stamp parliament, including a commander of a unit crucial for a potential Taiwan invasion, as President Xi Jinping expands his crackdown.
The cool-headed founder of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel expanded the criminal enterprise, pushing it far beyond drug trafficking. It had tentacles across the entire country and was capable of assassinating judges, politicians, and military officers
The corruption trial of former South African defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has progressed to the State's corroborating witnesses, including retired military officers, family members of a defence contractor, and professionals involved in the case.
A report reveals hidden and pivotal aspects of the personal life of an Army colonel who allegedly rallied fellow military officers to stage a coup against the Nigerian government last year, as recounted by his longtime allies.
Senior Philippine military officers have emphasized continuity in leadership ahead of the expected retirement of Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jnr, which comes at a sensitive time for President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr.
The Nigerian Senate has expressed grave concern over the country’s worsening security situation, warning that the abduction and killing of retired military officers by terrorists and criminal gangs represent a dangerous escalation.
President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption purge in China has widened, with six top military officers, a former financial regulator, and a former Politburo member stripped of their legislative posts. This move targets key figures within the nation's political and military structures.
Families of military officers detained over an alleged coup plot are raising concerns about the health of the suspects, citing injuries, poor eyesight, and respiratory issues in custody.
Polish military officers suggest that the reinstatement of conscription is a matter of 'when, not if,' prompting discussions on who would serve in the army, civil defense, or critical state institutions.
Retired Army officer HS Panag has weighed in on the 'Captain proposal row,' recalling how he handled similar cases during his service, adding to the growing number of retired senior military officers defending Bhardwaj.
The Five Eyes intelligence partnership, including the U.S., has issued a rare joint warning about China using fake profiles and job offers to target military officers, spies, and others with access to classified information.
A rare meeting between a high-ranking US general and Cuban military officials took place at the edge of Guantanamo Bay. This marks an unusual direct military contact between the two nations.
Nigerian military officers have alleged delays in promotions due to mandatory training bottlenecks, though the Defence Headquarters has dismissed these claims, clarifying that the policy is not new.
Turkey has jailed seven individuals in Kayseri province, including teachers and military officers, after an appeals court upheld their prison sentences for alleged links to the faith-based Gülen movement.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has called on the Federal Government to stop the planned trial of 36 military officers. These officers are accused of involvement in a coup plot and are slated to appear before a General Court Martial.
Bundeswehr youth officers are visiting schools in Germany to discuss topics like war, conscription, and moral questions with young people, a practice that has seen increased demand during times of crisis.
The Philippine Commission on Appointments has approved the ad interim appointments and nominations of 57 military generals and senior officers, among them Colonel Jacquelyn Cloma, a relative of Toma Cloma.
Ireland's Minister for Defence and Foreign Affairs, Helen McEntee, is set to propose to cabinet the establishment of a network of defense attachés, sending military officers to the US, Britain, and France for the first time.
Gerald Brown, a 65-year-old former US Air Force fighter pilot, was arrested in Indiana upon returning from China, accused of training Chinese military personnel.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that there is no proposal for a 20-year cooling-off period for retired military officers who wish to write books.