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The chief of the Latvian State Police, Armands Ruks, suggests implementing a registration system for drone buyers to mitigate public and national security risks.

Gunmen in Edo State, Nigeria, killed a traditional chief and abducted his two daughters, prompting community leaders to discuss security measures.

The Chief Justice of Latvia urges a comprehensive assessment of the judges' pension law to ensure judicial independence and financial security for judges.

Kristi Noem, the Chief of the Department of Homeland Security, remains in her position due to her unwavering loyalty to Trump, despite ongoing controversies surrounding the ICE's actions.

Police commanders allege that the former Deputy Operational Director (DAO) improperly favored the current commissioner of Citizen Security when appointing the chief in Ceuta.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reaffirms the alliance's support for Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, stating that military, economic, and humanitarian assistance is crucial for the country.

The EU plans to restrict the Russian diplomatic mission to 40 staff members and prevent former Russian soldiers from entering the Schengen area, according to EU chief diplomat Kaja Kallas.

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the city hosts thousands of people daily for work, trade, healthcare, and education, including laborers who struggle to prepare meals due to their busy work schedules.

Mexican government reports the death of the most wanted cartel leader, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, as a significant victory in its fight against organized crime.

The Military Special Investigation Unit has charged several military personnel, including former Defense Security Command chief Jeong Seong-woo, for directing an effort to seize control of the Central Election Commission and the National Assembly during the state of emergency.

A former royal security chief has called for a comprehensive investigation into Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability from the highest levels of government.

A 20-year-old man has been charged for allegedly throwing a lit incendiary device during the Chief of Navy Vice-Admiral Mark Hammond's speech at a defense industry conference in Canberra.

The Nigerian police chief has committed to ensuring the protection of oil sector facilities during a meeting with lawmakers.

Bari Weiss, CBS News editor-in-chief, canceled her lecture at UCLA due to security concerns.

The United States is conducting rapid reaction drills in the Caribbean using the USS Iwo Jima following a significant visit to Venezuela by General Francis L. Donovan, the highest-ranking US military official to visit the country in decades.

The U.S. Southern Command chief, General Francis Donovan, visited Caracas to discuss security, migration, and energy cooperation with Venezuelan authorities.

Russia's security chief has made comments suggesting that military responses may be provoked due to NATO's actions against alleged Russian vessels in the Baltic Sea.

A former head of the Finnish Security Intelligence Service (supo), Saana Nilsson, discloses in her book the discovery of a document mistakenly thought to be the infamous Tiitinen list, which rather turned out to be a list of the best lunch spots in Helsinki.

US Southern Command Chief General Francis Donovan visited Venezuela for the first time since the ousting of President Nicolas Maduro, engaging in talks with interim leaders on security and cooperative measures.

U.S. Southern Command Chief Francis Donovan visited Venezuela to meet with interim government officials and discuss security and a three-phase plan initiated by President Trump.

General Francis L. Donovan, the chief of the US Southern Command, made an unexpected visit to Caracas amid heightened tensions and recent military actions in the Caribbean.

Former Ukrainian commander Valery Zaluzhny has accused President Zelensky of threatening him through a raid by the Security Service in 2022.

Saana Nilsson, the former chief of the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service (Supo), reveals her romantic involvement with her supervisor in her new memoir.

Ukraine's Security Service confirmed visiting a hidden command location of former military chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi in 2022 without conducting any searches, resolving the matter internally.

Saana Nilsson, the former chief of Finland's Security Intelligence Service, disclosed her romantic relationship with her superior, which resulted in his resignation from the agency.

Saana Nilsson, the former Chief of Staff at the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service (Supo), reveals in her memoir that she experienced harassment during her tenure.

Valerii Zaluzhnyi discusses tensions with President Zelenskyy stemming from a 2022 raid by security officers at a military command post in Kyiv.

In a speech at the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the state's transformation under his government, criticizing previous administrations for their failure to maintain order and security.

Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir faced an embarrassing moment at the Munich Security Conference when security personnel halted him for ID verification, leading to widespread mockery on social media.

The EU's foreign policy chief rebuffs US criticisms of Europe, emphasizing the importance of European involvement in resolving the Ukraine conflict and responding to recent remarks by US officials at the Munich Security Conference.

Iranian Security Chief Ali Larijani stated that Israeli espionage networks took advantage of a decrease in vigilance within certain Iranian institutions, while affirming that Tehran is now more prepared.

European Union foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallasa warns that Russia is achieving more at the negotiation table than on the battlefield, reflecting on the consequences of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine during the Munich Security Conference.

EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas has dampened Ukraine's hopes for a specific accession date to the EU, stating that member states are currently not ready to provide one.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas criticized the US narrative of a 'civilisational erasure' of Europe, asserting its resilience against such assumptions during the Munich Security Conference.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas emphasized that Russia's real advantage lies in negotiations rather than military success, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by Moscow.

Estonia's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, emphasizes that Russia's most significant threat lies in its potential diplomatic gains, urging a robust European security strategy against Russian aggression.

European Union foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas emphasized the need for Europe to strengthen itself in light of Russian aggression, highlighting defense needs starting with Ukraine.

General Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, faced embarrassment at the Munich Security Conference when a guard requested him to show his ID.

A shooting at the 'Sala de Despecho' bar in Puebla was confirmed to be a premeditated attack by police, with perpetrators planning for a month.

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addressed the impact of violent politics on development in Kerala, expressing hope for a new era of dignity and security in the state.

The Egyptian Chief of Staff, General Ahmed Khalifa, met with retired General Khalifa Haftar in Benghazi during a visit to participate in a Mediterranean and Sub-Saharan Africa military conference.

At the Munich Security Conference, IAEA Director Rafael Grossi stated that while it is possible to negotiate about inspecting Iran's nuclear facilities, it remains a very challenging task.

The chief envoy of the Peace Council, Nikolai Mladenov, warned at the Munich Security Conference that without progress on Trump's plan, the region may face renewed conflict.

Latvia's State Border Guard chief emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance against illegal border crossings despite a temporary decline in such activities.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized continued support for Ukraine and criticized Russia's military performance during a security forum in Munich.

Ukraine has appointed its delegates for the upcoming talks in Geneva with the US and Russia regarding security and military matters.

Former police chief Kobi Shabtai testified that National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir intervened unusually in police appointments, claiming it led to conflicts over each candidate's selection.

Former police chief Kobi Shabtai has testified that National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir unusually intervened in police appointments, creating a situation where candidates felt they needed to align with the minister to progress in their careers.

Nigeria's Army Chief emphasizes the importance of regional collaboration to combat security issues during Liberia's Armed Forces Day event.

Mrinak Sharma, the former security chief of Anthropic, has resigned and issued a cautionary letter regarding the risks posed by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence.