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The Israeli Defense Forces report the killing of seven senior Iranian military officials, including key leaders in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

The Israel Defence Forces conducted its largest air assault to date, deploying around 200 fighter jets to attack 500 targets in Iran.

A female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has died after being crushed by a van during a display exercise in Abuja.

Iran has launched missile attacks towards Israel, prompting actions from the Israel Defence Forces to intercept the threats.

Latvia's National Armed Forces are testing remote mining systems to enhance their defense capabilities, allowing for the rapid creation of anti-tank minefields.

The number of applications to Canada's armed forces has increased by 12.9% in the past eight months, reflecting rising global uncertainties, according to the Minister of National Defence.

Ukrainian special forces successfully targeted and destroyed key Russian air defence assets in Crimea, including a missile launcher and radar systems, in a recent operation.

Russian soldiers are being incentivized with financial bonuses for successful drone strikes against Ukrainian troops, as reported by the Defence Forces of Ukraine's South.

Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have successfully targeted and destroyed significant Russian military equipment, including air defence systems and artillery, as evidenced by recently released footage by Commander Robert Brovdi.

Russian forces targeted Ukraine with a massive assault involving a ballistic missile and numerous drones, of which Ukrainian air defences successfully intercepted the majority.

South Korea has protested against a recent military stand-off involving US forces and Chinese jets, reflecting its struggle to balance relations with the US and China.

Approximately 600 foreign soldiers contract with the Ukrainian Armed Forces each month, according to a military official.

President Zelenskyy has ordered the deployment of additional air defense forces to Sumy Oblast in response to increased Russian attacks, including a recent drone strike that resulted in civilian casualties.

The Defence Headquarters of Nigeria has conducted a workshop to enhance military collaboration and readiness among West African nations against emerging security threats.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the liberation of 300 square kilometers of territory in the south by Ukraine's defense forces amid ongoing conflict.

Teachers highlight various challenges in teaching Estonian language to conscripts in the Defence Forces, arguing that language instruction is not part of the military's core responsibilities.

Ukrainian security forces have arrested an alleged Russian FSB operative who was planning to assassinate a defense official in Kirovohrad Oblast.

Ukrainian forces have targeted Russian military installations, including a missile defense system and troop concentration zones, as part of their ongoing military efforts.

Ukrainian drones successfully targeted a Russian mobile air defence system in Donetsk Oblast, showcasing the effectiveness of Ukraine's unmanned capabilities against Russian forces.

Russian forces launched 126 drones and an Iskander-M missile at Ukraine overnight, with air defense successfully intercepting 100 of the drones.

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence has noted a shutdown of Starlink communications among Russian troops, with unsuccessful attempts to find viable alternatives.

The Ukrainian Defence Intelligence released a video showing successful drone strikes on Russian military equipment in Crimea, including a BK-16 landing craft and Pantsir-S1 air defense system.

Major General Francis Takirwa, former Deputy Commander of Uganda People's Defence Forces, was laid to rest with honors in Mbarara district.

A small, isolated group of non-combat-capable Russian forces remains in Kupiansk, Ukraine, under Ukrainian control.

The Ukrainian defense forces launched an attack on a Russian military site in Volgograd Oblast, causing significant explosions and prompting an evacuation of local residents.

Ukraine conducted military strikes on several Russian targets, including a UAV training centre and troop concentrations, extending into Russia's Kursk Oblast.

The U.S. is considering sanctions against Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, following his allegations involving the U.S. Embassy in a contentious political situation.

Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, condemned U.S. Senator Jim Risch's remarks about Uganda's military cooperation, asserting Uganda's independence and accusing the U.S. of interference.

On January 18, Russian forces dropped a record 316 guided aerial bombs on Ukraine, contributing to a total of 5,700 guided bombs dropped this month, as reported by Ukraine's Ministry of Defence.

Russian forces launched a drone attack on Ukraine, deploying 76 UAVs and causing strikes in nine locations, while Ukrainian air defense successfully intercepted 53 of them.

French President Emmanuel Macron proposes adding €36 billion to the defense budget by 2030 during his New Year address to the armed forces.

The low-cost Molniya drone from Russia poses a significant threat to Ukraine's defense by operating deep within enemy territory.

The Molniya drone, a low-cost attack drone from Russia, poses an increasing threat to Ukrainian defence forces by extending operational reach into enemy territory.

Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi emphasizes the challenges ahead in 2026 but assures that the armed forces will handle them effectively while continuing to develop despite ongoing reforms.

The Raybird hybrid drone, powered by a hydrogen electric engine, has been deployed in combat by Ukraine's defence forces for long-duration reconnaissance missions.

The situation in southern Ukraine is worsening as Russian forces intensify their artillery shelling and drone strikes against Ukrainian positions.

Ukrainian air defence forces successfully shot down a new Russian jet-powered UAV, the Geran-4, which was equipped with missile capabilities.

Ukraine's defence forces targeted the Atlant Aero drone plant in Taganrog, Russia, using Ukrainian-made missiles on the night of January 12-13.

After days of fighting in Aleppo, a ceasefire has reportedly been agreed upon, and the last Kurdish fighters of the Syrian Defence Forces (SDF) have left the city.

Ukrainian defense forces continue to control the northern part of Pokrovsk while maintaining active defense in Myrnohrad amidst ongoing combat clashes on the front.

The UK supported a US operation to seize the Russian-flagged tanker Bella 1 in the North Atlantic on January 7, according to Defence Secretary John Healey.

Ukrainian air defence successfully shot down one Russian missile and 81 drones amid ongoing attacks from Russian forces.

In December 2025, Ukrainian forces reportedly targeted and struck 128 Russian air defence systems and radar stations, marking a significant operational achievement.

Ukraine's air defence forces engaged Russian targets in Kyiv and surrounding areas while explosions were reported in Kharkiv and Poltava due to UAV threats.

A man-portable air defence system has been discovered on a Russian Shahed-type drone, indicating possible efforts by Russian forces to enhance their capabilities against Ukrainian aircraft.

British and French air forces conducted a joint operation to bomb a suspected underground weapons storage facility previously used by the Islamic State in Syria, as confirmed by the British Ministry of Defence.