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In 2025, global military spending surged to nearly $2.9 trillion, continuing an upward trend for the 11th consecutive year, driven by increasing insecurity and rearmament efforts.
Halyna Kharshenko shares her harrowing experience at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, recalling the chaos and danger following the 1986 explosion.
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reports that military expenditure has hit an unprecedented level in 2025, with ongoing trends raising concerns.
The assassination of Mali's Defence Minister comes as the nation faces a troubling increase in coordinated attacks by jihadist and separatist groups.
In a significant move, Russia's defense minister and the chairman of the State Duma have visited North Korea to enhance military relations, including discussions on a new defense agreement.
The assassination of Sadio Camara underscores the persistent instability in Mali, raising serious concerns about the safety of government officials and the region's security.
Recent gunfire and explosions have been reported in Mali, with the army asserting that the situation is under control. Ulf Laessing from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation provides insights.
Fighting has resumed in Kidal, northern Mali, where the army is engaged in clashes with Tuareg rebels. This escalation comes amid a series of coordinated attacks across the nation.
Markus Söder, the Bavarian state premier, has voiced his disapproval of the government's voluntary military service initiative, calling for a return to compulsory service.
Historian Galia Ackerman discusses the Soviet regime's efforts to conceal the truth about the Chernobyl disaster in a recent interview.
An Al-Qaeda-linked group has reportedly allied with Tuareg rebels to conduct attacks against the Malian military, indicating a troubling escalation in violence.
On April 25, 2026, coordinated assaults by jihadists targeted key cities in Mali, including Bamako and Kati, raising significant concerns for the ruling junta.
The process of clearing mines from the strategic Strait of Hormuz is expected to take several weeks, even with potential assistance from hesitant European allies.
Unidentified armed groups have launched significant attacks on military positions in Mali, including the capital, resulting in ongoing clashes and heightened tensions.
Following a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of two individuals believed to be CIA agents, Mexico has stated these agents were not authorized to operate within its borders.
A groundbreaking study from the University of Stirling and the Max Planck Institute has compiled the largest dataset on great ape cognition, potentially reshaping our understanding of human intelligence origins.
Mali's army is reportedly engaged in combat against terrorist groups as gunfire is reported across Bamako and other cities, raising questions about the junta's stability.
Recent explosions and gunfire near Mali's primary military base have raised concerns, yet the reasons behind these incidents remain unclear with no group claiming responsibility.
In a recent announcement, German Defense Minister Pistorius confirmed that naval ships will be deployed to the Mediterranean to bolster security efforts in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Chernobyl disaster on April 26, 1986, marked a pivotal moment in the history of nuclear energy, prompting significant changes in global safety regulations.