Article Category: war

The United Nations Human Rights Council recently voiced its displeasure with United States military operations in Venezuela, noting that such actions “undermine international law and heighten tensions within the region”. This warning from an authoritative UN body showcases growing unease about America’s interventionsism and possible violations to Venezuelan sovereignty by international actors like itself –...

Official statements from both countries’ defense authorities confirm a joint military operation conducted between Britain and France to strike at an underground arms bunker connected to Islamic State (IS) in Syria, in an act which symbolizes their continued efforts against extremist threats across Europe. This operation represents another demonstration of collaboration among European allies amid...

After an attack in northern Syria that claimed three American lives – two soldiers and one civilian interpreter – former President Donald Trump has promised swift and forceful retaliation against those responsible. The incident, which happened earlier this week, has further escalated tensions in an already volatile region and reignited conversations regarding U.S. military presence...

A small convoy of ambulances carrying medical aid and winter supplies made its way into Ukraine’s frontline region this week, symbolizing international solidarity during this ongoing conflict. Essential medicines, warm clothing, food supplies and personal gifts were distributed as essential supplies. It was an unlikely but striking scene: four men dressed in khaki military uniforms...

Ukrainian soldiers and civilians recently showed their defiance by raising their national flag in Mariupol despite Russia’s claims over it, sending a powerful signal that their resistance is far from over. A powerful gesture meant to show that despite Russian claims over Mariupol, Ukrainian spirit remains alive and their fight for sovereignty will not end...

On 19 November 2025, Britain’s defence landscape was shaken up when Russian intelligence-gathering vessel Yantar was reported as having targeted pilots from the Royal Air Force (RAF). Utilising laser beams directed from within their vessels near Scotland, Yantar directed lasers directly towards them while operating near British waters on 19 November. [Sources: Reuters + 2...

Al Jazeera reported on a dramatic explosion at a major oil facility in Russia’s Samara region, roughly 1,000 kilometres from Ukraine’s border, that featured video footage showing a large fireball and plumes of smoke erupting from the site. Al Jazeera did not immediately provide more details.What we know so farA facility near Novokuybyshevsk on the...

Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently expressed doubt over whether or not the United States and Venezuela could enter direct military conflict, despite ongoing tensions between their nations. Instead, Trump emphasised diplomatic channels and sanctions as more viable solutions for dealing with Venezuela’s current crisis. Trump’s remarks came amid mounting geopolitical tensions in South America,...

Volodymyr Zelensky has highlighted the defense of an important town in Donbas as Russia increases its offensive in eastern Ukraine. As part of his efforts to safeguard Ukrainian territory against further Russian incursions, Zelensky confirmed the deployment of special forces units to strengthen defensive lines and safeguard Ukrainian sovereignty from Russian aggression. This marks an...

As Russia intensifies its military campaign in Ukraine with an intensified blitzkrieg strategy, appeasement policies reminiscent of 1930s have once more come back into public discourse. Critics maintain that recent diplomatic overtures to Moscow may mirror failed strategies of yesteryear and embolden Russia’s aggressive actions further. Russian Aggression Increased significantly this past year Russia has...