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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project by the Military Police brings guidance on violence against women to students in Monte Alegre

Students in Monte Alegre, Brazil, are participating in a project by the Military Police focusing on awareness and prevention of violence against women.

Mar 10 • 17:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'I am against the war just as much as I am against repression by the Islamic Republic': how Iranian academics view the conflict in the country

Iranian women's rights activist Mansoureh Shojaee criticizes external military intervention as a means to achieve democracy in Iran, emphasizing the country's long-standing fight against totalitarianism.

Mar 9 • 23:53 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The Situation in the Middle East: Recent Events

Recent events in the Middle East include the death of Iranian military leaders in a strike in Beirut, protests against the war on International Women's Day, casualties in Saudi Arabia, and comments from Donald Trump regarding Iran's future leadership.

Mar 8 • 19:07 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

After six years at the front, here is what nobody tells you about being a woman at war

A Ukrainian servicewoman reflects on her six years of experiences in the military and the evolving roles of women in combat.

Mar 8 • 17:06 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

The powerful women of the West have betrayed feminism

The article critiques Western female leaders for their muted responses to military actions affecting women in conflict zones, questioning their commitment to feminist principles.

Mar 8 • 14:31 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Number of women in Armed Forces of Ukraine has increased over 2025

The number of women serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine has significantly increased, with over 75,000 women currently involved in military service as of 2026.

Mar 8 • 11:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Army to have the first woman general in the history of the country; learn about the nominated medical colonel

Colonel Cláudia Lima Gusmão Cacho has been proposed for promotion to Brigadier General, potentially becoming the first woman to hold this rank in the Brazilian Army.

Mar 8 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The first of all: who was Maria Quitéria, pioneering Brazilian Army soldier 200 years ago

Maria Quitéria, disguised as a man, enlisted in the Brazilian Army in 1822 and remained a symbol of women's contributions to the military.

Mar 8 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women in the FAB: the routine of the sergeant and the lieutenant who command air missions that save lives

The article highlights two women, Sergeant Ana Clara and Lieutenant Karoline Loureiro, serving in the Brazilian Air Force, overseeing crucial aerial missions.

Mar 8 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

TESTS: Taught vegetarianism, fought, and worked in the diplomatic service. How much do you know about the brave women of 20th century Latvia?

The article presents a quiz about courageous Latvian women in the 20th century who contributed to society in various fields including vegetarianism, military service, and diplomacy.

Mar 8 • 03:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Kyiv campaign for 8 March highlights stories of women in the armed forces – photos

A campaign in Kyiv features the stories of female military personnel to celebrate International Women's Rights Day.

Mar 7 • 10:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Islamic terrorists wreak havoc in Nigeria, abduct 300 people

Islamic terrorists attacked a town in Nigeria's northeast Borno state, abducting over 300 people, including women and children, in retaliation for the military killing three Boko Haram commanders.

Mar 7 • 02:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

South Sudan Army Acknowledges Officers' Responsibility for Killing 16 Civilians

The South Sudan Army has admitted that some of its officers are responsible for the killing of 16 civilians, including eight children and five women, during an attack in Jonglei State.

Mar 6 • 07:16 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Boko Haram Kills Soldiers, Abducts Women, Children in Borno

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have attacked a military base and an IDP camp in Nigeria's Borno State, resulting in casualties among soldiers and the abduction of women and children.

Mar 6 • 04:49 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
World

Iran women’s soccer team silent for national anthem at Asian Cup game

The Iranian women’s national soccer team remained silent during their national anthem before a match against South Korea, amidst escalating military tensions in Iran.

Mar 3 • 19:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Iranian Women's Team's 'Silent Protest', Boycotts National Anthem

The Iranian women's national football team staged a silent protest by refusing to sing their national anthem during the Asian Cup opening match in response to recent military attacks by Israel and the United States.

Mar 3 • 08:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First female class of the Aeronautics Specialists School, from FAB, begins training: 'unique opportunity'

Twenty women have begun their training as the first female recruits at Brazil's Aeronautics Specialists School in Guaratinguetá, São Paulo.

Mar 2 • 18:53 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Israeli Female Pilots Against the Ayatollahs: Here Are the True Feminists Fighting Islamists

Over 30 female pilots and combat navigators in the Israeli Defense Forces are participating in military operations against the Iranian regime, highlighting a significant and symbolic narrative of women's empowerment in conflict.

Mar 2 • 18:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First Class of Female Combatants in the Brazilian Army Graduates in Salvador

The Brazilian Army has celebrated the graduation of its first class of female combatants in Salvador, where 57 women will now serve as recruit soldiers.

Mar 2 • 12:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women are incorporated into the Armed Forces for the first time through military service

For the first time, women are being officially incorporated into the Brazilian Armed Forces during a ceremony in Brasília, marking a significant step towards gender equality in military service.

Mar 2 • 12:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Abortion, the Military, and Capitalism in Focus: Check Out the Crazy Messages for 'Night March'

Ahead of International Women's Day, the fAKTIV collective announces another 'Night March' that promotes an anti-state, anti-war, anti-capitalist message beyond women's rights.

Mar 2 • 09:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious Warning for the Baltic Sea - 'We Must Prepare Men and Women for This'

Germany is preparing for the possibility of increased Russian aggression against NATO in the Baltic Sea.

Mar 2 • 05:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Iran says 153 were killed in primary school, and Israel claims to be unaware of operations in the area

Iran claims that 153 people died following missile attacks on a women's school in Minab, while Israel denies any involvement.

Mar 1 • 17:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RJ leads recruitment and will incorporate 159 women as soldiers in the Army for the first time

From March 2nd, for the first time, young women will officially join the Brazilian Armed Forces as soldiers, led by Rio de Janeiro, which has the highest number of female recruits.

Feb 27 • 08:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

These women will not be able to escape if war breaks out in Finland: See if you belong to this group

Many Finnish women will be unable to flee the country in the event of war breaking out, including those who have not served in the military and many mothers of young children.

Feb 25 • 12:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Kelsang Pedron is the first pilot of a Chinese fighter jet in Xizang: 'My dream is to protect the sky'

Kelsang Pedron has become the first pilot of a Chinese fighter jet in Xizang, expressing her aspiration to safeguard the skies.

Feb 25 • 02:37 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ramadan 6: A Young Man Opens Sindh and Women’s Cries Ruin Amuriyah

On Ramadan 6, a historical event unfolded as the young military leader Muhammad bin Qasim achieved victory in Sindh, marking a pivotal moment in Islamic history.

Feb 23 • 02:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PM arrests suspects selling 24 marijuana brigadeiros to revelers at megablocks in SP

Two women were arrested by the Military Police in São Paulo for allegedly selling marijuana-infused brigadeiros during post-carnival festivities.

Feb 22 • 18:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Pakistan launched air strikes in Afghanistan: dozens died

Pakistan's airstrikes in Afghanistan resulted in numerous casualties among civilians, including women and children, amidst a backdrop of escalating violence in the region.

Feb 22 • 09:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Kosiniak-Kamysz was frightened by gender in the army. After the hysteria of the right, the Ministry of Defense withdrew from training.

Following backlash from conservative factions, Poland's Ministry of Defense has canceled training on human rights and gender perspectives for soldiers, despite an increasing number of women in the military.

Feb 19 • 06:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Should universal conscription be reinstated? Gen. Leon Komornicki: It should have been already. Including women

General Leon Komornicki argues for the reinstatement of universal conscription in Poland, advocating for mandatory military training for both men and women amid the ongoing threat from Russia.

Feb 18 • 13:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Women of Okinawa Who Do Not Remain Silent: "The U.S., whose soldiers have assaulted young Japanese women, now wants to push us into a war against China"

A group of elderly women in Japan is protesting against U.S. military presence and urging the government to resist being drawn into potential conflict with China.

Feb 17 • 23:09 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Rescuing wounded: Ukrainian defenders Kara and Laiza killed on Zaporizhzhia front

Two female Ukrainian defenders, known as Kara and Laiza, were killed in a Russian drone strike on the Zaporizhzhia front while trying to rescue wounded soldiers.

Feb 17 • 10:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rejects the release of three accused of being part of the gang that led to the suicide of the custodian of the Quinta de Olivos

A federal judge in San Isidro denied bail requests for three women accused of being part of an extortion gang linked to the suicide of a military custodian at the presidential residence.

Feb 16 • 12:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

This is the Ivalo barracks, which will also welcome women in the future

Ivalo barracks has been renovated to accommodate female soldiers, with new facilities ensuring privacy and support for both genders.

Feb 13 • 15:38 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

From drone pilot to combat medic: The stories of 4 women killed fighting Russia

The article narrates the poignant stories of four Ukrainian women, including drone pilot Lana Chornohorska, who lost their lives in the fight against Russia.

Feb 12 • 12:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ban on Defamation of Japanese Military 'Comfort Women' Victims Passes Legal Committee

A legal amendment to prohibit denying or distorting the experiences of Japanese military 'comfort women' has passed the National Assembly's Legal Committee in South Korea.

Feb 11 • 13:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Photo] Weekly Protest in Front of the ‘Statue of Peace’... After 4 years and 3 months

A regular weekly protest for the resolution of the Japanese military sexual slavery issue resumed at the Statue of Peace in Seoul after a hiatus of over four years, amidst ongoing tensions with counter-protesters.

Feb 11 • 08:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Visit to the Paratroopers: 'Camaraderie Dragged Through the Mud'

A visit to the paratroopers in Zweibrücken highlights camaraderie amidst concerns over misconduct and issues facing women in the ranks.

Feb 8 • 18:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The first female general, Moon Han-ok, takes office as the South Korean deputy commander of the ROK-U.S. Army Corps

Moon Han-ok has become the first female general to serve as the South Korean deputy commander of the ROK-U.S. Army Corps.

Feb 8 • 06:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'I divided myself between son, home, and work,' says the 1st and only woman to pass the Tactical Force course of the PM in PI

Gabriela Lopes Soares has made history by becoming the first and only woman to pass the Tactical Force course of the Military Police in Piauí, Brazil.

Feb 7 • 11:32 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

My Feminism

Alice Schwarzer shares her views on gender ideology and other feminist topics in her new book, discussing women's rights in the military and causes of eating disorders among girls.

Feb 7 • 07:54 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Something as Fundamental as Food Can No Longer Be Enjoyed by Every Third Girl"

Alice Schwarzer addresses the epidemic of eating disorders among girls in her new book, discussing the links to gender ideology and calling for women's inclusion in the military since 1979.

Feb 7 • 07:54 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Even the ABBA Star Had to Flee

The article discusses the complex relations between soldiers and civilian women during military occupations, with a focus on the brutal experiences in Norway and Denmark during the Nazi invasion.

Feb 7 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PM Battalion in the West Zone of Boa Vista has a woman in command for the first time in history

For the first time, the 2nd Battalion of the Military Police of Roraima, responsible for patrolling the West Zone of Boa Vista, is commanded by a woman, Lieutenant Colonel Camila Thomé de Oliveira.

Feb 6 • 15:42 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

Canadian female fighter at the forefront of Ukraine's drone war

The article features Brittney Shki-Giizis, a Canadian volunteer and former military tank instructor, who joined the Ukrainian military to serve as a drone pilot and shares her experiences and insights on women in war and drone warfare.

Feb 6 • 15:12 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

The development of battles (1441st day): Patriots have run out, only alcoholics, men without women, but with debts are signing up for the army

The article discusses the current state of the military conflict in Ukraine, highlighting a shortage of motivated soldiers, as well as the ongoing battles in Kupiansk and Kostyantynivka.

Feb 4 • 13:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Criminal group from Bahia located in Northern Minas with pistols, ammunition, and drugs

A criminal group from Bahia was found by the Military Police in Salinas, Northern Minas, leading to the arrest of three women and two men during an operation.

Feb 4 • 10:58 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
World

Israel strikes Gaza, killing 19, mostly women and children, after saying Hamas violated deal

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 19 Palestinians, primarily women and children, following Israel's claims that Hamas had violated a ceasefire agreement.

Feb 4 • 10:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Punishment for Spreading False Information about Japanese Military 'Comfort Women' Victims Passed First Hurdle in National Assembly

The National Assembly has initiated legislation to punish the dissemination of false information about the victims of Japanese military 'comfort women,' addressing the need for state support given the vulnerability of elderly survivors to historical denial and hate speech.

Feb 4 • 08:02 UTC

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