Army

Potemkin's Jewish Cossacks: The story of the Israelovsky Regiment

One of the most curious episodes of Jews bearing arms in a military capacity occurred 250 years ago in the Russian Empire under the Romanovs. It was Potemkin's Israelovsky Regiment.

What to pack in your duffel bag before boarding the bus to basic training?

As the August draft cycle approaches, it's time to pack your duffel bag. What are the essentials to bring? What can wait? And, most importantly, how much will it cost?

28/07/2024

Captain Roy Miller, from Herzilya, fell in Gaza combat

The fallen soldier's mother urged unification of the nation of Israel in honor of her son's memory.

04/07/2024

Pakistan army promotes first Christian woman to brigadier general

A Christian woman was promoted to brigadier general, Pakistan's army confirmed. Although minorities have equal rights under Pakistan’s constitution, Christians in Pakistan have often faced targeting.

By ARSHAD MEHMOOD/THE MEDIA LINE
03/06/2024

Sudan's army refuses to return to negotiation table despite US request

Sudan's army rejected peace talks with the RSF after General Burhan's call with US Secretary Blinken, despite ongoing heavy fighting and a dire humanitarian crisis.

By REUTERS
29/05/2024

Former general criticizes Canada’s failure to combat antisemitism

Retired General Rick Hillier criticized Canadian leadership for failing to combat antisemitism and fostering hate, warning this inaction threatens all Canadians and societal unity.

Saudi delegation visits Pakistan to bolster military ties, discuss defense and Gaza cease-fire

Saudi Assistant Defense Minister Al Otaibi visits Pakistan for defense talks, following closely after a trip by Saudi FM to enhance economic ties. Both visits underscore a deepening relationship.

By ARSHAD MEHMOUD/THE MEDIA LINE
20/04/2024

Massive blaze erupts at Indonesian ammunition site, media says

Indonesian firefighters strugle to extinguish a massive fire that broke out at a military ammunition facility outside of Jakarta.

By REUTERS
30/03/2024

Smotrich – Gantz is the government's 'weak link'

The US administration wishes to drive a wedge between the government and Israeli society using Gantz, says Smotrich. Knesset discusses the issue of the haredi IDF draft on Monday.

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi: Questions over future of Ukraine's 'Iron General'

A series of Western and Ukrainian media reports this week said that President Volodymyr Zelensky had asked Zaluzhnyi to step aside this week, a request he declined.

By REUTERS
01/02/2024
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