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18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Risch Statement on Uganda Elections
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
PAF gets 5 more 'Black Hawk' helicopters
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Lethal Kinetic Strike, Jan. 23, 2026
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Co Gaza reconstruction talks must not distract from massive needs, say UN aid agencies UN News 23 Jan 2026 -- Amid reconstruction talks on Gaza linked to President Trump's just-launched Board of Peace, UN aid agencies insisted on Friday that what Gazans need most is immediate relief from the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe there. Lethal Kinetic Strike, Jan. 23, 2026 SOUTHCOM 23 Jan 2026 -- On Jan. 23, at the direction of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations. USAF to introduce Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0 US Air Force 23 Jan 2026 -- Beginning this year, the Air Force is introducing Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, an improved version of our legacy deployment construct, as its new wing unit of action. AEW 2.0 will be implemented in fiscal year 2027. PAF gets 5 more 'Black Hawk' helicopters Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The helicopter fleet of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) was further strengthened as the service formally accepted into service five more brand-new S-70i "Black Hawk" utility helicopters during a joint turnover and blessing ceremony at Villamor Air Base, Pasay City Friday. UN Warns Of Unprecedented Protest Death Toll As US 'Armada' Heads To Iran RFE/RL 23 Jan 2026 -- US warships are heading toward Iran as Iranian officials defend a brutal suppression of anti-leadership protests that the United Nations is calling the deadliest crackdown by the Islamic republic on its people since it took power during the 1979 revolution. Treasury Escalates Pressure on Iranian Regime for Killing Peaceful Protestors US Treasury 23 Jan 2026 -- Today, amidst the Iranian regime's brutal crackdown on peaceful protestors and its complete shutdown of internet access to conceal its abuses against the Iranian people, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is increasing pressure on the regime's shadow fleet. OFAC is targeting nine shadow fleet vessels and their respective owners or management firms that have collectively transported hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian oil and petroleum products to foreign markets. This revenue, which rightfully belongs to the Iranian people, is instead diverted to fund its regional terrorist proxies, weapons programs, and security services, instead of the basic economic services the Iranian people have bravely demanded. US threatens to block Iraq's oil revenues if pro-Iran parties join new government: Report Press TV 24 Jan 2026 -- The United States has reportedly warned Iraq that it could block the country's access to its oil revenues held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York if political factions linked to Iran are included in the next Iraqi government. Anger And Chaos As Thousands Displaced Ahead Of Pakistani Military Operation RFE/RL 23 Jan 2026 -- Tens of thousands of people traveling in crammed cars and on packed buses have left a remote valley in northwestern Pakistan ahead of a planned military operation against suspected militants active in the area. USA migrant crackdown: UN Human Rights Chief decries dehumanisation, harmful policies and practices OHCHR 23 Jan 2026 -- UN Human Rights Chief Volker T�rk on Friday called on the United States to ensure that its migration policies and enforcement practices respect human dignity and due process rights, decrying the dehumanising portrayal and harmful treatment of migrants and refugees. UAE hosts first Russia-U.S.-Ukraine talks since conflict began People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Friday with the heads of delegations taking part in trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine, which opened later in the day in Abu Dhabi, the UAE's state news agency WAM reported. Fujian coast guard conducts routine patrol in waters near Kinmen Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- The coast guard of east China's Fujian Province on Saturday conducted routine law-enforcement patrols in waters near Kinmen in accordance with the law, said a spokesperson for a regional bureau of China Coast Guard. PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 24 Jan 2026 China voices concerns over developments in northeastern Syria People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- China is concerned about developments in northeastern Syria that have given rise to security risks, a Chinese envoy said on Thursday. Danish PM visits Greenland, vows support in "difficult time" People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Friday delivered a brief statement to the media during her visit to Nuuk, capital of Greenland, stressing solidarity and a shared political future within the Danish realm. Israeli tank fires on Lebanese army during joint UN mission in south Lebanon: Report Press TV 24 Jan 2026 -- An Israeli tank opened fire on a Lebanese army unit as it was carrying out a joint field mission with UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, Lebanon's official news agency has reported. Chinese PLA, Coast Guard launch joint rescue of capsized foreign cargo vessel with 21 Philippine crew in South China Sea Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command and the China Coast Guard (CCG) launched a joint emergency rescue operation on Friday after a foreign cargo vessel carrying 21 Philippine crew members capsized in waters near China's Huangyan Dao, with 17 people rescued as of 12:30 pm, according to official statements. Communist Party of Vietnam wraps up 14th national congress People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) concluded in Hanoi on Friday afternoon, Vietnam News Agency reported. Iran certain to deliver decisive response to Trump's threats: Senior commander Press TV 24 Jan 2026 -- A senior Iranian military commander has vowed that the Islamic Republic is certain to decisively respond to US President Donald Trump's threats and rhetoric. U.S. expands sanctions targeting Iran's oil trade, maritime networks People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- The Trump administration on Friday expanded its sanctions targeting Iran's oil trade and maritime networks, issuing a new Iran-related general license and updating its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list with entities and oil tankers tied to Iran's petroleum sector. China voices three 'oppositions' at UN Human Rights Council special session on Iran Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- China's permanent representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva elaborated on China's position and voiced three points of opposition during a special session held by the United Nations Human Rights Council on Friday to address the deteriorating human rights situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran. French gov't survives no-confidence votes over budget issue People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- The French government led by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes on Friday after deputies in the National Assembly rejected the motions. Preparations for Ninth Congress of WPK Brisk in DPRK KCNA 24 Jan 2026 -- The entire Party, all the people and the whole army are accelerating their revolutionary advance towards the historic Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea that will provide an epochal landmark in further boosting the great driving force for strengthening the WPK and achieving the comprehensive rejuvenation of the socialist state. Xi urges China, Brazil to better safeguard shared interests of Global South, jointly maintain UN's core role, intl fairness, justice in phone talks with Lula Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- Amid the current turbulent international situation, China and Brazil - both important countries in the Global South - are a constructive force in safeguarding global peace and stability and improving global governance, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday, according to the Xinhua News Agency. Chinese Mission to the EU expresses strong dissatisfaction, firm opposition to EP resolution on Hong Kong Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- A spokesperson for the Chinese Mission to the EU on Saturday slammed the European Parliament (EP)'s resolution related to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and urged the EP to stop interfering in the HKSAR's judiciary and China's internal affairs. Venezuela has right to choose partners, Chinese FM on US official's claim of not allowing 'undercut' oil prices Global Times 23 Jan 2026 -- Venezuela is a sovereign country and has the right to independently choose its cooperation partners, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday, when asked to comment on that a US official claimed on Thursday that the US government would allow China to purchase Venezuelan oil but not at the "undercut" prices at which crude oil was sold during the Maduro administration. Readout of Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Concludes Visit to Singapore DoD 23 Jan 2026 U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star marks 50 years of service, begins Operation Deep Freeze 2026 US Coast Guard 23 Jan 2026 -- The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) began icebreaking operations in the Southern Ocean in support of Operation Deep Freeze 2026 and marked its 50th year of commissioned service Saturday by freeing and escorting a cruise ship trapped in pack ice. Connecticut Guard Home to Specialized Aircraft Maintenance Facility Army News 23 Jan 2026 -- At the Connecticut National Guard's 1109th Aviation Classification and Repair Depot, or AVCRAD, workers refurbish and maintain the U.S. Army's fleet of rotary-wing aircraft, a unique job that can save the Department of War, or DOW, millions of dollars a year. Nevada Army Guard 321st Signal Company activated to support 17th Sustainment Brigade Army News 23 Jan 2026 -- The Nevada Army National Guard activated the 321st Signal Company during an uncasing ceremony in December, formally establishing a new signal unit assigned to the 17th Sustainment Brigade. Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen: A new NATO accelerator site in Finland will combine technology, defence and economic growth Finnish MoD 23 Jan 2026 -- A new NATO accelerator site was inaugurated in Espoo, Finland, on 22 January 2026. Finland's Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen gave a speech at the event. Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen's speech at the opening of Finland's NATO DIANA Innovation Accelerator Finnish MoD 23 Jan 2026 -- Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen held a speech at the opening gala of Finland's NATO DIANA Innovation Accelerator on 22 January 2026. Minister of National Defence R. Kaunas to see Federal Minister of Defence of Germany Lithuania MND 23 Jan 2026 -- On January 26 Minister of National Defence Robertas Kaunas will pay a visit to Berlin where he will meet with Federal Minister of Defence of Germany Boris Pistorius. The Chief of Defence, at the MCCS in Brussels Romania - Ministry of National Defence 23 Jan 2026 -- On the second day of the NATO Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session (MCCS), the Chief of Defence Staff, General Gheorghi?? Vlad, participated in the sessions dedicated to cooperation with NATO partners. Army developing more potent drone capabilities Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The Philippine Army (PA) will be developing more potent drone capabilities to help in its mission to secure the country, its spokesperson said on Friday. AFP reiterates commitment to fighting extremism at all fronts Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- With the conviction of the Tacloban court of two militant activists for terrorism financing, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday reiterated its commitment to protecting Filipinos against all forms of terrorism and violent extremism. PH eyes peacekeeping, defense collaboration with Germany Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The Philippines is exploring possible peacekeeping and defense industry cooperation with Germany as part of efforts to expand its security ties with friendly nations, the Department of National Defense (DND) has said. Secretary Rubio's Call with Haitian Prime Minister Fils-Aim� US Dept. of State 23 Jan 2026 Secretary Rubio's Call with Colombian Foreign Minister Villavicencio US Dept. of State 23 Jan 2026 23 January 2026 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 23 Jan 2026 Demolition of UNRWA premises is symbolic of Israel's attack on the United Nations system: UN expert OHCHR 23 Jan 2026 -- The UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territory, Francesca Albanese, today expressed grave concern about the ongoing, systematic attack against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), the UN system and the Palestinian people, after Israeli forces forcibly entered and began demolishing the UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem this week. Albanese is calling on the General Assembly to convene a special session to consider next steps after these unprecedented attacks on UNRWA and the wider UN. She issued the following statement: US threat to Iran's Leader will ignite entire region: Hezbollah Press TV 23 Jan 2026 -- The political wing of the Hezbollah resistance movement in the Lebanese Parliament has warned that the United States' rhetorical threats against Iran and Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei risk escalating tensions in West Asia. Trump disinvites Canada from Gaza board after PM Carney's blistering critique of US hegemony Press TV 23 Jan 2026 -- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has been abruptly disinvited from US President Donald Trump's newly launched "Board of Peace," a move that has highlighted growing international unease over an initiative widely viewed as coercive and politically compromised. Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Syria, Mozambique, UNOCHA 23 Jan 2026 2 Filipinos dead as cargo ship capsizes near Scarborough Shoal Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- Two of the 21 Filipino crew members aboard a Singaporean-flagged cargo vessel that capsized near Scarborough Shoal have been confirmed dead, while search and rescue operations continue for those still missing. PCG deploys ships, aircraft to search, rescue Filipino mariners in WPS Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Friday dispatched two vessels and two aircraft for the search and rescue (SAR) of the remaining missing Filipino crew of a capsized foreign cargo vessel in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) before dawn on Friday. Army chief condemns ambush of 4 soldiers in Lanao Norte Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- Philippine Army (PA) commander Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete condemned the "heinous and cowardly" ambush by Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute Group (DI-MG) terrorists that killed four government troops in Munai, Lanao del Norte this Friday. lombia Must Protect Former Combatants and Speed Rural Reform as Peace Agreement Reaches 10 Years, Special Representative Tells Security Council
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Heavy vehicles, lighter footprint
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Contracts for Jan. 23, 2026
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Risch Statement on Uganda Elections
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
PAF gets 5 more 'Black Hawk' helicopters
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Lethal Kinetic Strike, Jan. 23, 2026
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
Co Gaza reconstruction talks must not distract from massive needs, say UN aid agencies UN News 23 Jan 2026 -- Amid reconstruction talks on Gaza linked to President Trump's just-launched Board of Peace, UN aid agencies insisted on Friday that what Gazans need most is immediate relief from the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe there. Lethal Kinetic Strike, Jan. 23, 2026 SOUTHCOM 23 Jan 2026 -- On Jan. 23, at the direction of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations. USAF to introduce Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0 US Air Force 23 Jan 2026 -- Beginning this year, the Air Force is introducing Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, an improved version of our legacy deployment construct, as its new wing unit of action. AEW 2.0 will be implemented in fiscal year 2027. PAF gets 5 more 'Black Hawk' helicopters Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The helicopter fleet of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) was further strengthened as the service formally accepted into service five more brand-new S-70i "Black Hawk" utility helicopters during a joint turnover and blessing ceremony at Villamor Air Base, Pasay City Friday. UN Warns Of Unprecedented Protest Death Toll As US 'Armada' Heads To Iran RFE/RL 23 Jan 2026 -- US warships are heading toward Iran as Iranian officials defend a brutal suppression of anti-leadership protests that the United Nations is calling the deadliest crackdown by the Islamic republic on its people since it took power during the 1979 revolution. Treasury Escalates Pressure on Iranian Regime for Killing Peaceful Protestors US Treasury 23 Jan 2026 -- Today, amidst the Iranian regime's brutal crackdown on peaceful protestors and its complete shutdown of internet access to conceal its abuses against the Iranian people, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is increasing pressure on the regime's shadow fleet. OFAC is targeting nine shadow fleet vessels and their respective owners or management firms that have collectively transported hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian oil and petroleum products to foreign markets. This revenue, which rightfully belongs to the Iranian people, is instead diverted to fund its regional terrorist proxies, weapons programs, and security services, instead of the basic economic services the Iranian people have bravely demanded. US threatens to block Iraq's oil revenues if pro-Iran parties join new government: Report Press TV 24 Jan 2026 -- The United States has reportedly warned Iraq that it could block the country's access to its oil revenues held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York if political factions linked to Iran are included in the next Iraqi government. Anger And Chaos As Thousands Displaced Ahead Of Pakistani Military Operation RFE/RL 23 Jan 2026 -- Tens of thousands of people traveling in crammed cars and on packed buses have left a remote valley in northwestern Pakistan ahead of a planned military operation against suspected militants active in the area. USA migrant crackdown: UN Human Rights Chief decries dehumanisation, harmful policies and practices OHCHR 23 Jan 2026 -- UN Human Rights Chief Volker T�rk on Friday called on the United States to ensure that its migration policies and enforcement practices respect human dignity and due process rights, decrying the dehumanising portrayal and harmful treatment of migrants and refugees. UAE hosts first Russia-U.S.-Ukraine talks since conflict began People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Friday with the heads of delegations taking part in trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine, which opened later in the day in Abu Dhabi, the UAE's state news agency WAM reported. Fujian coast guard conducts routine patrol in waters near Kinmen Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- The coast guard of east China's Fujian Province on Saturday conducted routine law-enforcement patrols in waters near Kinmen in accordance with the law, said a spokesperson for a regional bureau of China Coast Guard. PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 24 Jan 2026 China voices concerns over developments in northeastern Syria People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- China is concerned about developments in northeastern Syria that have given rise to security risks, a Chinese envoy said on Thursday. Danish PM visits Greenland, vows support in "difficult time" People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Friday delivered a brief statement to the media during her visit to Nuuk, capital of Greenland, stressing solidarity and a shared political future within the Danish realm. Israeli tank fires on Lebanese army during joint UN mission in south Lebanon: Report Press TV 24 Jan 2026 -- An Israeli tank opened fire on a Lebanese army unit as it was carrying out a joint field mission with UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, Lebanon's official news agency has reported. Chinese PLA, Coast Guard launch joint rescue of capsized foreign cargo vessel with 21 Philippine crew in South China Sea Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command and the China Coast Guard (CCG) launched a joint emergency rescue operation on Friday after a foreign cargo vessel carrying 21 Philippine crew members capsized in waters near China's Huangyan Dao, with 17 people rescued as of 12:30 pm, according to official statements. Communist Party of Vietnam wraps up 14th national congress People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) concluded in Hanoi on Friday afternoon, Vietnam News Agency reported. Iran certain to deliver decisive response to Trump's threats: Senior commander Press TV 24 Jan 2026 -- A senior Iranian military commander has vowed that the Islamic Republic is certain to decisively respond to US President Donald Trump's threats and rhetoric. U.S. expands sanctions targeting Iran's oil trade, maritime networks People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- The Trump administration on Friday expanded its sanctions targeting Iran's oil trade and maritime networks, issuing a new Iran-related general license and updating its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list with entities and oil tankers tied to Iran's petroleum sector. China voices three 'oppositions' at UN Human Rights Council special session on Iran Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- China's permanent representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva elaborated on China's position and voiced three points of opposition during a special session held by the United Nations Human Rights Council on Friday to address the deteriorating human rights situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran. French gov't survives no-confidence votes over budget issue People's Daily 24 Jan 2026 -- The French government led by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes on Friday after deputies in the National Assembly rejected the motions. Preparations for Ninth Congress of WPK Brisk in DPRK KCNA 24 Jan 2026 -- The entire Party, all the people and the whole army are accelerating their revolutionary advance towards the historic Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea that will provide an epochal landmark in further boosting the great driving force for strengthening the WPK and achieving the comprehensive rejuvenation of the socialist state. Xi urges China, Brazil to better safeguard shared interests of Global South, jointly maintain UN's core role, intl fairness, justice in phone talks with Lula Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- Amid the current turbulent international situation, China and Brazil - both important countries in the Global South - are a constructive force in safeguarding global peace and stability and improving global governance, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday, according to the Xinhua News Agency. Chinese Mission to the EU expresses strong dissatisfaction, firm opposition to EP resolution on Hong Kong Global Times 24 Jan 2026 -- A spokesperson for the Chinese Mission to the EU on Saturday slammed the European Parliament (EP)'s resolution related to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and urged the EP to stop interfering in the HKSAR's judiciary and China's internal affairs. Venezuela has right to choose partners, Chinese FM on US official's claim of not allowing 'undercut' oil prices Global Times 23 Jan 2026 -- Venezuela is a sovereign country and has the right to independently choose its cooperation partners, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday, when asked to comment on that a US official claimed on Thursday that the US government would allow China to purchase Venezuelan oil but not at the "undercut" prices at which crude oil was sold during the Maduro administration. Readout of Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Concludes Visit to Singapore DoD 23 Jan 2026 U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star marks 50 years of service, begins Operation Deep Freeze 2026 US Coast Guard 23 Jan 2026 -- The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) began icebreaking operations in the Southern Ocean in support of Operation Deep Freeze 2026 and marked its 50th year of commissioned service Saturday by freeing and escorting a cruise ship trapped in pack ice. Connecticut Guard Home to Specialized Aircraft Maintenance Facility Army News 23 Jan 2026 -- At the Connecticut National Guard's 1109th Aviation Classification and Repair Depot, or AVCRAD, workers refurbish and maintain the U.S. Army's fleet of rotary-wing aircraft, a unique job that can save the Department of War, or DOW, millions of dollars a year. Nevada Army Guard 321st Signal Company activated to support 17th Sustainment Brigade Army News 23 Jan 2026 -- The Nevada Army National Guard activated the 321st Signal Company during an uncasing ceremony in December, formally establishing a new signal unit assigned to the 17th Sustainment Brigade. Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen: A new NATO accelerator site in Finland will combine technology, defence and economic growth Finnish MoD 23 Jan 2026 -- A new NATO accelerator site was inaugurated in Espoo, Finland, on 22 January 2026. Finland's Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen gave a speech at the event. Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen's speech at the opening of Finland's NATO DIANA Innovation Accelerator Finnish MoD 23 Jan 2026 -- Minister of Defence Antti H�kk�nen held a speech at the opening gala of Finland's NATO DIANA Innovation Accelerator on 22 January 2026. Minister of National Defence R. Kaunas to see Federal Minister of Defence of Germany Lithuania MND 23 Jan 2026 -- On January 26 Minister of National Defence Robertas Kaunas will pay a visit to Berlin where he will meet with Federal Minister of Defence of Germany Boris Pistorius. The Chief of Defence, at the MCCS in Brussels Romania - Ministry of National Defence 23 Jan 2026 -- On the second day of the NATO Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session (MCCS), the Chief of Defence Staff, General Gheorghi?? Vlad, participated in the sessions dedicated to cooperation with NATO partners. Army developing more potent drone capabilities Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The Philippine Army (PA) will be developing more potent drone capabilities to help in its mission to secure the country, its spokesperson said on Friday. AFP reiterates commitment to fighting extremism at all fronts Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- With the conviction of the Tacloban court of two militant activists for terrorism financing, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday reiterated its commitment to protecting Filipinos against all forms of terrorism and violent extremism. PH eyes peacekeeping, defense collaboration with Germany Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The Philippines is exploring possible peacekeeping and defense industry cooperation with Germany as part of efforts to expand its security ties with friendly nations, the Department of National Defense (DND) has said. Secretary Rubio's Call with Haitian Prime Minister Fils-Aim� US Dept. of State 23 Jan 2026 Secretary Rubio's Call with Colombian Foreign Minister Villavicencio US Dept. of State 23 Jan 2026 23 January 2026 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 23 Jan 2026 Demolition of UNRWA premises is symbolic of Israel's attack on the United Nations system: UN expert OHCHR 23 Jan 2026 -- The UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territory, Francesca Albanese, today expressed grave concern about the ongoing, systematic attack against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), the UN system and the Palestinian people, after Israeli forces forcibly entered and began demolishing the UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem this week. Albanese is calling on the General Assembly to convene a special session to consider next steps after these unprecedented attacks on UNRWA and the wider UN. She issued the following statement: US threat to Iran's Leader will ignite entire region: Hezbollah Press TV 23 Jan 2026 -- The political wing of the Hezbollah resistance movement in the Lebanese Parliament has warned that the United States' rhetorical threats against Iran and Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei risk escalating tensions in West Asia. Trump disinvites Canada from Gaza board after PM Carney's blistering critique of US hegemony Press TV 23 Jan 2026 -- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has been abruptly disinvited from US President Donald Trump's newly launched "Board of Peace," a move that has highlighted growing international unease over an initiative widely viewed as coercive and politically compromised. Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Syria, Mozambique, UNOCHA 23 Jan 2026 2 Filipinos dead as cargo ship capsizes near Scarborough Shoal Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- Two of the 21 Filipino crew members aboard a Singaporean-flagged cargo vessel that capsized near Scarborough Shoal have been confirmed dead, while search and rescue operations continue for those still missing. PCG deploys ships, aircraft to search, rescue Filipino mariners in WPS Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Friday dispatched two vessels and two aircraft for the search and rescue (SAR) of the remaining missing Filipino crew of a capsized foreign cargo vessel in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) before dawn on Friday. Army chief condemns ambush of 4 soldiers in Lanao Norte Philippine News Agency 23 Jan 2026 -- Philippine Army (PA) commander Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete condemned the "heinous and cowardly" ambush by Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute Group (DI-MG) terrorists that killed four government troops in Munai, Lanao del Norte this Friday. lombia Must Protect Former Combatants and Speed Rural Reform as Peace Agreement Reaches 10 Years, Special Representative Tells Security Council
18 JAN 2026 | Global Security
E-2D Hawkeye: The Navy?s New AWACS
06 JUL 2021 | Defence Industry Daily
F-35 Lightning: The Joint Strike Fighter Program
06 JUL 2021 | Defence Industry Daily
Australia?s MH-60R Maritime Helicopters
05 JUL 2021 | Defence Industry Daily
France?s Rafale
05 JUL 2021 | Defence Industry Daily
Japan?s Next F-X Fighters: F-35 Wins Round 1
05 JUL 2021 | Defence Industry Daily
The USA?s NGJ Strike Jammers: Raytheon?s Mid-Band Win
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