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NATO Eastern Sentry Advances with UK Typhoon Deployment and Multi-Nation Reinforcements
On September 16, the UK Ministry of Defense confirmed Typhoon contributions to Eastern Sentry, joining allies for patrols over Poland after the prior…
Sep 16 • 
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US Military Conducts Kinetic Strike in SOUTHCOM Area Targeting Alleged Drug Traffickers
The operation targeted a vessel in international waters transporting illegal narcotics, resulting in three male individuals killed and no reported harm…
Sep 16 • 
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Arrests in Utah Bomb Plot Targeting News Vehicle
Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and local bomb squad, coordinated the response. Investigations continue to assess the scope of the threat.
Sep 15 • 
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Terrorist Attack on Pakistani Military Convoy in South Waziristan
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack.
Sep 13 • 
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Russia-Belarus Joint Zapad 2025 Military Exercises Involving Iskander Missile Systems
Polish armed forces deployed fighter jets and helicopters in response to potential airspace violations, with allied aircraft assisting in monitoring…
Sep 13 • 
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Colombia: Over 80 Killed, 20 Injured After Peace Talks Collapse Between Government and ELN
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Telecommunications Cables Linking Finland To Europe, and Lithuania And Sweden Cut. European Countries Working Together Counter Russian…
Nov 18, 2024 • Donald Standeford
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Operation Midnight Hammer: U.S. Strategic Strike on Iranian Nuclear Facilities
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CIA Analyst Pleads Guilty To Leaking Israeli Plans To Attack Iran
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Israeli Drone Strike Targets Vehicle in Aita al-Jabal, Southern Lebanon
These incidents occurred amid reported violations of the November 2024 ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
Sep 12 • 
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Escalations at Poland-Belarus Border Amid Zapad 2025 Exercises and Russian Border Reopening Demands
The drills, with official announcements citing around 13,000 participants while Lithuanian intelligence estimates suggest up to 30,000, focus on…
Sep 11 • 
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FBI Investigation into Fatal Shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
The incident took place during an event on campus, where Kirk was targeted by an individual using a high-powered bolt-action rifle.
Sep 11 • 
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NATO Activates Article 4 Consultations Following Russian Drone Intrusion into Polish Airspace
The incursion marked the first direct engagement by alliance forces against Russian aerial assets in member territory.
Sep 11 • 
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US Coast Guard Interdictions Including Targeted Boat Destruction in Caribbean Amid Venezuela Tensions
These actions resulted in the seizure of nearly 13,000 pounds (5,897 kilograms) of cocaine and the apprehension of seven suspected smugglers
Sep 10 • 
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At Least 50 Killed in ADF Rebel Attack in Eastern Congo, with Reports Varying Up to Over 80
The incident reflects ongoing violence in the mineral-rich eastern region, where multiple militias compete for control.
Sep 9 • 
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Venezuelan Military Jets Approach US Navy Ship Amid Anti-Drug Operations and Vessel Strike in Caribbean
Earlier, on September 2, 2025, US forces sank a boat associated with the Tren de Aragua cartel, killing 11 members aboard.
Sep 5 • 
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U.S. Coast Guard Monitors Increased Chinese Research Vessel Activity In Arctic Waters
Assets were deployed by the United States to monitor the Chinese vessels.
Sep 4 • 
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US Strike In Southern Caribbean, Military Buildup, Venezuelan Response in SOUTHCOM Region
On September 01, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, during a news conference, described the U.S. naval deployment as a notable continental challenge…
Sep 2 • 
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European Commission Accuses Russia of GPS Jamming on President's Plane Over Bulgaria
The incident occurred during von der Leyen’s four-day tour of European Union (EU) nations bordering Russia and Belarus, including Latvia, Finland…
Sep 2 • 
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Gunfire from Venezuelan Shore Targets Guyana Election Ballot Escort in Upper Cuyuni River
Nine commission officials were aboard the vessels during the event. The patrol returned fire and maneuvered to safety without injuries or damage to…
Sep 1 • 
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U.S. Typhon Missile System Temporary Deployment to Japan for Joint Exercises
This marks the first deployment of the Typhon system to Japan, following its earlier use in the Philippines in 2024. China asked the U.S. and Japan not…
Aug 31 • 
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US Forces Reposition from Baghdad Bases Amid Iraq Transition Plan Ending September 2025
Sites prepared for handover are proceeding according to the established schedule, with movements shifting from Union III in Baghdad and Ayn al-Asad to…
Aug 30 • 
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Venezuela Deploys Iranian-Designed Drones and Warships Amid U.S. Naval Buildup in Caribbean
Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López announced the mobilization, including significant drone assets and naval patrols with larger vessels…
Aug 29 • 
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Pentagon Terminates Digital Escorts Program Involving Chinese Nationals Amid Joint Advisory on State-Sponsored Cyber Threats
The program, intended to support cloud maintenance, had operated until revelations in 2025 prompted action.
Aug 28 • 
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Shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis Classified as Domestic Terrorism
The attack occurred at the Catholic church, with the shooter using multiple firearms before dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Aug 28 • 
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