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'Politicians have turned the SANDF into a Mickey Mouse force' - top general speaks out
Speaking at the funeral of Staff Sergeant Ishmael Molahlehi held in the Free State over the weekend, Maphaha warned the government that borders were not protected, leaving many vulnerable.
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan gets 14-year prison sentence in corruption case
Former cricket star turned politician Imran Khan and his wife face lengthy prison sentences in a landmark corruption case, amid claims of political persecution. The verdict comes as Khan's party leads in popularity despite a widespread crackdown, raising tensions in Pakistan's political landscape.
Syrian armed opposition in power proposes to disband all armed groups - representative
The Syrian opposition representatives who came to power are discussing steps to transfer power and prevent anarchy in Syria, including the decision to disband all paramilitary groups and all opposition associations, an opposition representative told Sputnik on Monday.
World leaders react to Lebanon war ceasefire
A top UN official welcomed the ceasefire agreement, but warned that ‘considerable work lies ahead’ to implement the deal.
Proliferation of white racist military training camps should be condemned
The infrastructure that supports these white racist military training camps should be shut down and those involved should be criminally charged, writes Carl Niehaus.
SA Navy gets another boost in fight against piracy, smuggling
Damen Shipyards Cape Town hosted the blessing ceremony for the third multi-mission inshore patrol vessel (MMIPV) to be delivered as part of the SA Navy’s Project Biro.
Australia outlines plans for biggest army since World War II
Australia plans on increasing its military capacity to the biggest the country had since the end of the second World War, according to Defence Minister Richard Marles.
Gaza girl, 6, missing along with rescuers after car comes under fire
The last time six-year-old Hind Rajab was heard from she was surrounded by dead relatives and trapped in the family's car in war-ravaged Gaza City.
Three women and four children killed in Pakistan missile strike on Iran - state media
At least three women and four children were killed on Thursday in a missile attack by Pakistan on Iran's southeast border region, Iranian state media reported.
The Year in Review, 2023: Conflicts and war that made headlines
While many celebrate their holidays and festive season, there are people in war-torn and conflict-ridden countries that can’t say the same thing. We take a look at some of the conflicts and wars that dominated news headlines this year.
Sudan’s displaced forced to flee again as safe zone’s shrink
The months-long conflict in Sudan between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his former deputy, RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo has left at least 12,000 people dead and millions displaced.
Rwanda, Mozambique forces stamp out Islamic State in Cabo Delgado
A joint operation between the Rwandan and Mozambican military has managed to reclaim up to 95% of territory seized by Islamic State-linked insurgents following years-long armed struggle.
Outcomes of the Ukraine conflict
OPINION: Russia is equally concerned about an imminent threat to its national security resulting from the integration and arming of the Ukrainian military by Nato, as well as the nationalist degeneration of the political system over the past decade, writes Dr André Thomashausen.
Corruption Watch calls for closer look into global arms industry, calls for ceasefire in Gaza
The South African non-profit organisation said the escalation of violence was fuelled by corruption in the arms industry.
Chinese navy evacuates more than 670 nationals from conflict-hit Sudan to Saudi
More than 670 Chinese nationals and citizens of other countries have been evacuated from conflict-hit Sudan, with more expected to be retrieved over the weekend.
WATCH: Russia will not fire hypersonic missile from Richards Bay during joint naval exercise
President Vladimir Putin has called the Zircon, which can travel at more than five times the speed of sound, ‘unstoppable’.
LOOK: Ramaphosa pats the army on the back for sacrifices across the continent during Armed Forces Day commemoration
The president said unlike the apartheid-era SADF, the modern democratic South African National Defence Force is committed to forging peace and supporting development.
LOOK: Russia carries out new air strikes on Ukrainian energy facilities
‘Ukraine is under fire by the occupiers. They continue to do what they do best - terrorise and kill civilians. ’
SANDF says use of uniform not allowed after poster of hip hop artist wearing army general’s jacket
The artist, Vaal President, real name Bernette Macholo released a video on YouTube on apologising for the incident, stating that he did not suggest the graphic design for the poster.
WATCH: EU's Josep Borrell calls for end to Armenia-Arzebeijan hostilities after 49 killed
The European Union's foreign policy chief called for a ceasefire between Armenia and Azerbaijan after fresh border clashes between the regional rivals left dozens dead.
Mali massacre survivors say white mercenaries involved in killings
It was market day in the town of Moura in central Mali when Malian troops backed by white mercenaries descended in helicopters and opened fire on bewildered residents, according to witnesses' accounts.
Uganda slams 'disappointing' US move to sanction top spy
Uganda's military on Tuesday slammed a decision by the United States to impose sanctions on a top intelligence official over human rights violations, saying it was “disappointed” by the move.