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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Meeting at the Ministry of National Defence: Firm Declaration on the Security of Poles

The Polish Ministry of National Defence held a meeting focusing on the security of Polish citizens amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 3 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

The Ministry of Defence was vandalized with pink paint - costing tens of thousands

The facade of the historically significant Ministry of Defence building in Helsinki was vandalized with red paint, leading to repair costs in the tens of thousands of euros.

Mar 3 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Navy to receive VL-Shtil missile, Coast Guard to get 6 helicopters... deal worth 5083 crores

The Indian Ministry of Defence signed two significant deals worth 5083 crores, securing advanced helicopters for the Coast Guard and vertical launch surface-to-air missiles for the Navy.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Ministry of Defence vandalized - Police report

The Ministry of Defence in Finland was vandalized, leading to ongoing police investigations and multiple arrests.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Leonardo, order of 1 billion in the UK

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded Leonardo a ยฃ1 billion contract for the New Medium Helicopter program, enhancing the capabilities of the British Armed Forces with 23 new AW149 helicopters.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Qatar says it has repelled Iranian air attack

Qatar's Ministry of Defence reported successfully intercepting multiple Iranian aircraft, missiles, and drones targeting its territory.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

According to the Ministry of Defence, the errors pointed out by the National Audit Office have been corrected

The Estonian Ministry of Defence claims that issues identified by the National Audit Office have been resolved.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

London reports a "suspected drone strike" on a military base in Cyprus

The UK Ministry of Defence reported a suspected drone strike on its Akrotiri military base in Cyprus, prompting heightened defensive measures.

Mar 2 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

RAF base in Cyprus hit by drone strike

The RAF base in Akrotiri, Cyprus was struck by a drone, prompting the relocation of families stationed there, according to the UK Ministry of Defence.

Mar 2 โ€ข 01:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK military base in Cyprus has been hit by a suspected drone strike

A suspected drone strike targeted the UK military base RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, but there were no casualties reported.

Mar 2 โ€ข 01:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

UK engages in Iran war as RAF Typhoon fighter 'takes out' drone

The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed that an RAF Typhoon jet successfully shot down an Iranian drone approaching Qatar, marking the UK's first active engagement in the Middle East conflict since recent escalations.

Mar 1 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Over 500 Iranian drones and 167 missiles targeted UAE, defence ministry says

The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that Iranian drone and missile strikes resulted in three fatalities and numerous injuries in the UAE.

Mar 1 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russian Defence Ministry claims to have downed about 100 Ukrainian drones, 40 over Crimea

The Russian Defence Ministry asserts that its air defense systems have intercepted approximately 100 Ukrainian drones, with significant interceptions reported over Crimea and other regions.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Approaching pain point: Ukraine's Defence Ministry to step up pressure on Russia's shadow fleet

Ukraine's Defence Ministry is intensifying efforts to disrupt Russia's shadow fleet, which has been circumventing Western energy sanctions since the 2022 invasion.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

MoD launch probe into whether Jeffrey Epstein used RAF bases for 'Lolita Express' flights

The UK Ministry of Defence is investigating allegations that Jeffrey Epstein utilized RAF bases for flights associated with his 'Lolita Express,' following a dossier presented by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Zakharova: The deployment of British troops in Ukraine will prolong, not end, the war

Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, argues that the presence of British troops in Ukraine will extend the conflict rather than resolve it, contradicting UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's perspective.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Who will supply military rolling stock for PKP Cargo?

The Polish Ministry of National Defence plans to support PKP Cargo's purchase of railway rolling stock worth 400 million PLN, aiming to acquire locomotives and heavy-duty platforms for military logistics.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Putin orders FSB to step up protection for Russian Defence Ministry and defence industry officials

Putin has directed the FSB to enhance security for high-ranking officials in the Russian Defence Ministry and the defense industry amid escalating threats.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Defence Ministry outlines Ukraineโ€™s three wartime goals: protect skies, stop Russia and cut off its resources

Ukraine's Defense Ministry has announced three primary objectives for its wartime strategy: enhancing air defense, halting Russian advances, and reducing Russia's economic capabilities to sustain the war.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

UK Defence Ministry chief: I want to be defence secretary who deploys British troops to Ukraine

UK Defence Secretary John Healey expresses his desire to be the first to send British troops to Ukraine, indicating a potential end to the war.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia's Defence Ministry: 77 Ukrainian drones downed overnight

The Russian Defence Ministry has reported the interception of 77 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions and occupied territories, claiming their air defense systems were successful in these operations.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Bundeswehr: Drone deal to proceed โ€“ despite Peter Thiel

Germany's Defense Ministry considers concerns about Peter Thiel's involvement in Stark Defence resolved, moving forward with a drone deal.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Program SAFE and the Conditionality Mechanism? Sล‚awomir Cenckiewicz Warns Against 'Nuclear Weapon'

The Polish Senate has adopted several amendments to the SAFE program bill, ignoring opposition proposals and modifying funding conditions to exclude the Ministry of National Defence budget.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

R. ลฝemaitaitis changed his mind again regarding the Kapฤiamiesฤio polygon

Lithuanian politician R. ลฝemaitaitis expressed skepticism over the Kapฤiamiesฤio polygon claims and upcoming meetings with the Ministry of National Defence.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Media: The Ministry of National Defence Announced a Tender for the Expertise of the Road to the Rลซdninkai Polygon

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has launched a tender to assess the condition of the road leading to the Rลซdninkai military polygon due to previously identified defects.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia launched record number of ballistic missiles against Ukraine in January, says Kyiv

In January, Russia fired a record 91 ballistic missiles at Ukraine, according to Kyiv, prompting a response from Ukraine's Ministry of Defence regarding missile supply enhancements.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

India will buy 114 Rafale aircraft

India's Ministry of Defence has approved the acquisition of 114 French Rafale fighter jets for $39 billion ahead of Emmanuel Macron's visit to New Delhi next week.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Respect me, Natasha walks out of Senate budget session

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan walked out of a Senate budget session after a confrontation with Senator Patrick Ndubueze during a budget defence for the Ministry of Steel.

Feb 11 โ€ข 23:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The book by MM Naravane leaked under conspiracy, investigation reaches abroad

The leak of retired General MM Naravane's book is escalating into a serious conspiracy as a preliminary investigation reveals it was leaked without the Ministry of Defence's mandatory clearance.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG vows continuous security presence after school attacks

The Nigerian government is enhancing school security through the Safe Schools Initiative in collaboration with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps following recent attacks.

Feb 11 โ€ข 19:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Loans for armament from SAFE partially canceled? The head of the Ministry of National Defence hopes for it

The Polish government is considering the cancellation of part of loans taken from the EU's SAFE program for defense projects, with discussions taking place at high levels of government.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Somalia Moves to Adopt a National Civilian Protection Policy

Somalia's defence ministry is working on a National Policy aimed at enhancing civilian protection during armed conflicts.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russians launching FPV drone from Gerbera UAV recorded on video

A video released by Ukrainian Defence Ministry adviser Serhii Beskrestnov shows a Russian Gerbera UAV launching an FPV drone over Sumy.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

KAM: The barracks construction work in Tauragฤ— district has been halted to clarify project solutions

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence confirmed the temporary halt of barracks construction in Sakalinฤ— village due to the need for project adjustments.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The Anatomy of a Polygon: The Ministry of National Defence Explains How Military Units Are Prepared

The establishment of new military polygons is essential for developing Lithuania's national division by 2030, highlighting their role in military training.

Feb 7 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's new, young defence minister has won over many sceptics: what is he expected to achieve?

Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's 35-year-old new defence minister, has gained the confidence of skeptics and is expected to deliver significant results amid ongoing conflict.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Russian lieutenant general shot in Moscow

Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev of the Russian Defence Ministry was targeted in an assassination attempt in northwest Moscow, according to the state news agency Tass.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

New information about the spy detained in the Ministry of National Defence. Who did he collaborate with?

Recent reports indicate that a 60-year-old Ministry of National Defence employee was identified as collaborating with Belarusian military intelligence, which may be involved in operations against Poland in cooperation with Russia.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
Crime & Justice

Polish defence ministry employee arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia

A 60-year-old employee of Poland's Ministry of Defence has been arrested and remanded in custody for three months on suspicion of espionage for Russian intelligence services.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Public dispute in PiS about espionage in the Ministry of National Defence. Bล‚aszczak to Dworczyk: "I am surprised, Michaล‚"

The article discusses the controversies surrounding the arrest of a long-time employee of the Ministry of National Defence suspected of espionage and the national security risks highlighted by Michaล‚ Dworczyk.

Feb 4 โ€ข 15:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russia launched record guided aerial bomb attack: 316 dropped in one day

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.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
Crime & Justice

MON employee spied for two countries? New information on the detained official

A Polish Ministry of National Defence employee was detained by Military Police on suspicion of espionage for two foreign countries.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
Crime & Justice

Polish Defence Ministry employee detained on suspicion of espionage

A long-serving employee of the Polish Ministry of National Defence has been arrested on suspicion of espionage for Russia, allegedly working in the Department of Defence Strategy and Planning.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
Crime & Justice

Counterintelligence Action. MON Employee Detained

On February 3, counterintelligence detained a Ministry of National Defence employee suspected of espionage on behalf of Russia, validated by the Ministry of Defence.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
Crime & Justice

Russian spy in the Ministry of National Defence. Longtime employee arrested

A longtime employee of Poland's Ministry of National Defence was arrested for allegedly leaking information from the department, with ongoing investigations by prosecutors.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

They Plan to Dramatically Raise the Age Limit for the Strategic Reserve: 'Many of Them Have Valuable Experience'

The British Ministry of Defence plans to raise the age limit for the strategic reserve from 55 to 65 years, allowing veterans up to 65 to be called into service in times of war or serious preparations for war.

Jan 16 โ€ข 08:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russian Defence Ministry claims to have downed over 100 Ukrainian drones

The Russian Defence Ministry reported that its air defence systems intercepted a total of 106 Ukrainian drones, primarily in Belgorod, Ryazan, and Rostov Oblasts.

Jan 16 โ€ข 04:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Greece delivered military equipment to Lebanon: Transfer of armored vehicles and vehicles to Beirut

Greece has transferred military equipment, including armored vehicles, to Lebanon in collaboration with the Ministry of National Defence and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Jan 15 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Poland approves decision to hand over up to nine MiG fighter jets to Ukraine

Poland has decided to transfer up to nine MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, pending ongoing technical discussions with the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence.

Jan 15 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Former head of Ukrainian President's Office has not contacted any recruitment office to join army, defence ministry says

Ukraine's Ministry of Defence has confirmed that Andrii Yermak, the former head of the President's Office, has not reached out to any military recruitment offices to enlist.

Jan 15 โ€ข 09:00 UTC

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