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Middle East: Video contradicts IDF on aid workers' deaths

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The Palestinian Red Crescent said the footage shows ambulances driving with emergency lights on, contradicting the Israeli military's account that it opened fire on suspicious vehicles. A video released by the Palestinian Red Crescent has cast doubt over the Israeli military's account of the killing of 15 paramedics and civilian defense workers in Gaza. The video, shared by the rescue service on X, shows clearly marked ambulances and a fire engine driving with their headlights and blue emergency lights switched on. The Israeli military said at the time that its forces had opened fire on several vehicles after they suspiciously approached troops without coordination or headlights. Israeli officials said the soldiers had killed members of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. In other news, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly set to visit the White House on Monday to discuss the Gaza war and tariffs with US President Donald Trump. H...

Trump's Pick for Joint Chiefs Chairman Pledges Bipartisan Stance, Addresses Signal Controversy

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President Trump’s pick for the next chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine, informed senators on Tuesday that he recognizes his status as an unfamiliar and atypical candidate. However, he emphasized that the nation faces extraordinary and unparalleled challenges, stating his readiness to defend against them. During his confirmation hearing to become the leading U.S. military official, he stated that he would provide frank advice to Trump and pledged to remain nonpartisan. Although Caine refrained from directly condemning senior officials for utilizing a Signal conversation to plan an assault on Yemen’s Houthi insurgents, he informed senators under examination that he consistently uses appropriate communication methods. Caine is an esteemed F-16 fighter pilot with experience leading numerous special operations units and participating in several highly confidential projects at the Pentagon. Although Caine doesn’t fulfill all th...

China Conducts Military Drills From Multiple Directions Around Taiwan, Challenging U.S. Resolve

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On Tuesday, the Chinese military announced that they had initiated combined drills encompassing their army, navy, air force, and missile corps near Taiwan. This move was described as a "firm warning." The exercises came just days after U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pledged to oppose "China’s aggressive actions" during his inaugural trip to Asia. China's military will "move closer" towards the autonomous island from "various angles" during the exercises and training simulations, which include "attacks on marine and land objectives" as well as "blockades of critical regions and waterways," according to a statement posted on social media by China's People's Liberation Army Eastern Theater Command. This is aimed at assessing the integrated operational skills of their personnel. "It serves as a strong deterrent against 'Taiwan Independence' secessionist groups and is a justified and essential ...

DoD Plans to Ax Oracle and Leidos Contract as Part of Cost-Saving Initiative: Report

The U.S. Department of Defense intends to terminate a several-year agreement with Leidos Holdings. NYSE: LDOS ) and Oracle ( NYSE: ORCL As part of a cost-cutting initiative, as stated in a report by Bloomberg. Oracle’s cloud human resources software was chosen to oversee the management of 900,000 civilian personnel at the Pentagon. Meanwhile, Leidos would be responsible for providing services and support for this initiative, as stated in the report. Nonetheless, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth released a memorandum on March 20th stating that the project had exceeded its budget and fallen behind schedule. Hegseth stated, "The software development initiative for the Defense Civilian Human Resources Management System along with related ongoing contracts at the Defense Human Resources Activity is presently six years delayed and has exceeded the allocated budget by over $280 million (780%). It’s projected that another two years will be needed for additiona...

Warfare Review: Intense Real-Time Film Plunges You into the Heart of Hell

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Here’s a tip: catch Warfare from one of the front seats at the movie theater to fully immerse yourself in this captivating film. Sure, 'immersive' might be excessively used to the point where it makes you queasy, yet it aptly describes this movie. The film plunges you right into the heart of a Navy SEAL mission in Iraq back in 2003, unfolding minute by minute. It’s shot with handheld cameras, featuring intense close-ups, jarring explosions, and whizzing bullets (while sound design isn’t typically glamorous, it deserves recognition for being phenomenal here). You feel like you can almost detect the scent of gunpowder. The movie "Warfare" is co-written and helmed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, an Iraq War veteran. Mendoza, who previously served as a Navy SEAL, drew from a true event for the screenplay—when his platoon's sniper position was unexpectedly attacked by Iraqi forces. D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai portrays Mendoza in a performance that is likely t...

NATO's New Ally Deploys War-Ready Gripens to Patrol Alliance Borders for First Time

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For the first time, Sweden is sending its Gripen fighter jets to participate in a NATO air defense mission. The jets were created with the intention of combating Russia and will now be deployed over Polish airspace. Sweden became part of NATO as a reaction to Russian aggression, particularly due to the invasion of Ukraine. The most recent addition to NATO has sent out a combat aircraft specifically meant for confronting Russia to safeguard the alliance’s frontiers for the very first time. Sweden's military stated that six of its Jas 39 Gripen fighter jets arrived at an airbase in Malbork, Poland, on Wednesday to participate in a NATO airborne monitoring operation. NATO stated that this marks the first occasion where Sweden’s fighter jets have taken part in the organization's "enhanced Air Policing mission" while operating from within another member nation's territory. since it became part of the group in March 2...

Israel's Role in Airstrike Revealed Through Official Signals App Chat

WASHINGTON—Israel supplied crucial intelligence from a confidential informant in Yemen regarding a significant Houthi military leader who was the target of an assault. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz discussed this incident in an uncategorized Signal message exchange with high-ranking officials from the former Trump administration, according to two U.S. officials. Soon after the American military operations kicked off , Waltz messaged that one of the main targets of the assaults, a Houthi missile specialist, was spotted going into his girlfriend’s apartment complex, which he mentioned had been demolished. Israel has expressed private concerns to American officials about the publication of Waltz’s text, according to a U.S. official. Israel’s contribution in providing intelligence that aided in tracking the militant underscores the sensitive nature of certain revelations within the documents and prompts queries regarding the Trump administration’s assertion that no...

'Welcome to the Summit': US Greenland Base Readies for JD Vance Arrival

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The Thule Air Base in Greenland , previously known as Thule Air Base, serves as a key element in U.S. Arctic defenses and has become a focal point for increasing political tensions due to visits from the Vice President. JD Vance And his spouse Usha are set to head over to the key outpost later this week. The visit will encompass a security briefing along with meetings with U.S. service members, occurring amid the presidency of Donald Trump Continues to publicly support the idea of purchasing Greenland, a region with significant mineral resources and strategic importance due to its proximity to potentially lucrative Arctic shipping routes that become increasingly valuable as global warming reduces polar ice cover. This area holds considerable economic promise for Denmark, which has sovereignty over this semiautonomous entity. "Many other nations have intimidated Greenland, threatening to utilize its territories and waterways against both the United States and Canada,...

Commanders Eye Edge Rusher With Massive Potential

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The Washington Commanders urgently require assistance at the edge rusher position. Majority of experts and supporters think that the Commanders will very likely select an edge rusher with their No. 29 overall choice in April’s 2025 NFL Draft. Nevertheless, the abundance of edge rushers in this draft might enable Washington to explore innovative ways to bolster their pass rushing corps. Instead of waiting and hoping prospects such as James Pearce Jr. (Tennessee), Mike Green (Marshall), or Donovan Ezeiruaku (Boston College) will drop down to them, General Manager Adam Peters and his team are pursuing every possible avenue. Based on NFL draft analysis from Tony Pauline at Sportskeeda This week, the Commanders attended the University of Miami's pro day. However, they weren’t there to evaluate quarterback Cam Ward. Instead, the team met with edge rusher Tyler Baron. Pauline mentioned that the Commanders had an extensive meeting with Baron on Monday. Standing tall at 6 fee...

Cornwall's Navy Sailors Set to Join Strike Operation

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The Royal Navy has stated that it will be sending 260 personnel from an airbase located in Cornwall to East Asia for a strike mission. Pilots from RNAS Culdrose will link up with the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales in late spring, and they aren’t anticipated to come back until the end of the year. The navy stated that the objective was to collaborate with international partners and enhance the UK's ties with these countries. Cmdr Al Woodward from 820 Naval Air Squadron stated that he had been waiting his whole career for this moment. "Primarily, today holds great significance for me because I have assumed command of the squadron earlier this morning," he stated. This is something I have anticipated throughout my whole career, and I have prepared myself to return to flight status and link up with the squadron here before we deploy. Cmdr Woodward, who has resided in Cornwall since 2008, commented: "There’s a bit of nervousness and anxiety as ...

U.S. vs. Iran: 5 Warning Signals of Impending Confrontation

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The increasing strain between the United States and Iran These events have raised concerns about a possible military conflict. Indications suggest that both countries are gearing up for a significant showdown through increased military deployments, strategic strikes, imposition of economic embargoes, displays of armed strength, and deterioration in diplomatic relations. gudangmovies21 reached out to the State Department and Iran's foreign ministry for comments. Why It Matters The U.S. has long been concerned about Tehran's nuclear ambitions, viewing them as a threat to regional and global security. In 2018, President Donald Trump opted out of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action ( JCPOA ), the issue of the Iran nuclear agreement, pointing to accusations of non-compliance from Tehran. Consequently, stringent economic sanctions have been imposed on Iran. In spite of this pressure, Iran has intensified its actions, asserting that its nuclear program is in...

What Tulsi Gabbard Revealed About North Korea’s Nukes

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Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard cautioned legislators on Tuesday that North Korea is poised to gain a more robust military and diplomatic position as a result of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and it is probably ready to carry out its first nuclear test since 2017. gudangmovies21 contacted the North Korean embassy in Beijing, China, via email for comments outside regular working hours. Why It Matters Since its initial nuclear test in 2006, Pyongyang has carried out five additional ones—with four occurring during the tenure of its present leadership. Kim Jong Un , defying a strict United Nations sanctions system designed to stop its advancement. Kim has cited U.S. military presence in the area as grounds for enhancing his stockpile of intercontinental ballistic missiles, with officials believing that some of these are now capable of attack objectives throughout North America. What To Know On Tuesday morning, Gabbard and CIA Director J...

Europe's Billions-Dollar Defense Push: Can It Exclude U.S. Firms?

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As Europe intends to invest billions of dollars in defense, numerous local leaders are advocating that this funding should be utilized within their own countries. Industry observers indicated to gudangmovies21decoupling that detaching European defense initiatives from U.S. companies might not be an easy task. A strategic analyst anticipates seeing "forceful" actions from U.S. defense firms aiming to sustain their position within the European market. As Europe prepares to invest billions of dollars in defense, numerous local leaders advocate for allocating funds within their region. However, certain analysts believe it’s unavoidable that American firms will profit from this upcoming surge in security spending. Last week, a parliamentary vote took place regarding historic debt reform cleared the way for increased defense expenditures in Germany. Additionally, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged to increase Britain's national expenditure on de...

China Unveils Advanced Fighter Jet Shortly After U.S. Announces F-47

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China's upcoming J-36 fighter plane has been seen in the air for the third time following the U.S.'s disclosure about its latest combat jet, the F-47. The Chinese armed forces did not provide an immediate response. gudangmovies21 's request for comment. Why It Matters U.S. President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated on March 21 that Boeing has received a crucial contract to develop the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter plane for the U.S. Air Force , which is labeled as the F-47. The airplane, which has been covertly test-flying in its prototype form for close to half a decade, boasts features surpassing those of any other country’s aerial vehicles, according to Trump. The Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) initiative aims to supersede Lockheed Martin's F-22, a stealth fighter jet that became operational roughly twenty years back. In China , which boasts the biggest airpower in the Indo-Pacific ar...

Jet Tempur Terbaik Dunia, F-47, Dapat Investasi Triliunan dari AS

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Presiden Amerika Serikat, Donald Trump , dan Menteri Pertahanan, Pete Hegseth , mengungkapkan pekan ini tanda tangani perjanjian bernilai US$ 20 miliar dengan Boeing guna mendukung pengembangan F-47 , pesawat tempur generasi keenam terbaru yang bakal menggantikan tersebut F-22 Raptor milik Angkatan Udara AS. + Klik di sini untuk menonton video presentasi F-47 Kontrak ini merupakan bagian dari program Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) dan menjadi kemenangan strategis bagi Boeing, yang mengalahkan Lockheed Martin dalam proses tender. + Video: Rostec Mengirim Sistem Pertahanan Udara Pantsir-S Baru kepada Tentara Rusia Setelah Melalui Uji Coba Ketat Pesawat terbaru bernama F-47 ini akan bekerja sama dengan pesawat tanpa awak (drone), serta bakal jadi elemen penting dalam sistem pertempuran udara maju yang mengutamakan kemajuan teknologis di atas negara-negara seperti China dan Rusia. Meskipun rincian proyek masih dirahasiakan, F-47 diperkirakan akan d...

Daftar Perwira TNI yang Menjabat Penting di Kementerian dan BUMN

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gudangmovies21 , Jakarta - Ketua DPR RI Puan Maharani pada akhirnya menyetujui perubahan UU TNI (Tentara Nasional Indonesia). RUU TNI ) pada sidang pleno yang diselenggarakan Kamis, 20 Maret 2025. Sesuai dengan peraturan baru ini, tentara TNI aktif boleh mengisi jabatan di 14 kementerian atau lembaga (K/L) yang telah ditentukan. Sekilas sebelumnya, Menteri Hukum Menhum Supratman Andi Agtas menyebutkan bahwa saat merancang Rancangan UU tentang Perubahan atas Undang-Undang No. 34 Tahun 2004 terkait dengan Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI), awalnya ada 16 Kementerian dan Lembaga lainnya yang dapat ditempati oleh perwira aktif. Akan tetapi, beberapa lembaga tersebut nantinya direvisi atau digabung untuk memperjelas maksud mereka. "Totalnya sekarang adalah 14, sementara awalnya direncanakan 16. Ini karena Kementerian Pertahanan dan Dewan Pertahanan Nasional merupakan satu kesatuan. Lalu seperti halnya Menteri Sekretaris Negara, nantinya po...

Figur Kunci: 13 Kolonel TNI yang Mendapatkan Promosi dan Jabatan Baru dari Panglima

5.180.24.3 Sosok 13 Kolonel TNI AD pecah bintang satu menjadi perwira tinggi atau Brigjen TNI. Pecah bintang itu berdasarkan Surat Keputusan Panglima TNI Nomor Kep/333/III/2025 tanggal 14 Maret 2025 tentang pemberhentian dan pengangkatan dalam jabatan di tubuh TNI. 13 kolonel pecah bintang itu memiliki rekam jejak prestasi yang berbeda. "Rotasi dan mutasi ini telah ditetapkan oleh Panglima TNI, sebanyak 86 Pati, terdiri dari 53 Pati TNI AD, 12 Pati TNI AL, dan 21 Pati TNI AU," ujar Kapuspen TNI Mayjen Hariyanto dalam pernyataannya di Markas Besar TNI, Cilangkap, Jakarta Timur, Minggu (16/3/2025). Kata dia, Panglima TNI Jenderal Agus Subiyanto melakukan rotasi dan mutasi terhadap 86 perwira tinggi (pati) pada posisi strategis di lingkungan TNI. Dari 86 perwira tinggi (Pati) dan perwira menengah (pamen) ini, sebanyak 13 Kolonel TNI AD naik pangkat menjadi jenderal bintang satu. Berikut daftarnya. 1. Kolonel Inf Bangkit Rahmat Tri Widodo. Jabatan Lam...