New CIA recruitment video targets Chinese military personnel
The CIA's latest YouTube video offers instructions for how to contact the agency on the encrypted Tor Browser.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa says troops will deploy to tackle crime gangs
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the military will work with the country's police force to counter 'gang wars'.

C.I.A. Video Appeals to Potential Spies in China’s Military
The agency is seeking Chinese officials who are frustrated with corruption in the People’s Liberation Army.

Anthony Albanese raises bulldozed Australian war graves with Israeli president
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese discussed the bulldozing of Australian war graves in Gaza with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, emphasizing the need for urgent repairs. The graves, primarily of soldiers who died in Palestine during World War II, were destroyed by the Israel Defense Forces in 2022.

U.S. Forces Leave Base in Syria Used in Fight Against ISIS
The military base at Al-Tanf had hosted U.S. troops fighting against the Islamic State since 2016. Some of the troops are expected to be repositioned at a Jordanian military base across the border.
RSF drone attack kills 24 people fleeing fighting in central Sudan, says doctors group
Eight children including two infants among dead in vehicle carrying displaced people, says Sudan Doctors Network A drone attack by a paramilitary group has hit a vehicle carrying displaced families in central Sudan, killing at least 24 people, including eight children, a doctors’ group said on Saturday. The attack by the Rapid Support Forces took place close to the city of Er Rahad in North Kordofan province, according to the Sudan Doctors Network, which tracks the country’s war. The vehicle was transporting displaced people who fled fighting in the Dubeiker area, the group said in a statement. Among the dead children were two infants. Continue reading...
Israel charges two over betting on military operations
A civilian and a military reservist were suspected of placing bets on future military operations.
US readying another aircraft carrier for Middle East deployment: Trump
Despite nuclear diplomacy with Iran, US president suggests Washington will send more military assets to the region.

Judge blocks US military from demoting Mark Kelly over 'illegal orders' video
After the retired Navy captain told servicemembers they don't have to obey illegal orders, Defence Secretary Hegseth moved to cut his rank.

Inside the Strike: The US Munition That Hit a Residential Building in Venezuela
A Bellingcat investigation has identified remnants of an AGM-88 series missile inside a three-storey apartment complex that was hit in Catia La Mar during the US military raid on Venezuela on Jan. 3, 2026 that reportedly killed at least one civilian. According to the Venezuelan independent media outlet, El Pitazo, Rosa Gonzalez, 79, was killed […] The post Inside the Strike: The US Munition That Hit a Residential Building in Venezuela appeared first on bellingcat.

Mexican cartels overpower police with ammunition made for the US military
Drug syndicates have used .50-caliber ammunition produced at a plant owned by the U.S. Army and smuggled across the border in attacks on Mexican civilians and police.

Two US Navy ships collide near South America
Two people involved in the operation suffered minor injuries and are in stable condition, the US military said.
‘Wake-up call’ for Greece as air force officer accused of spying for China
Christos Flessas detained in case seen as exposing Beijing’s strategy of infiltrating western military and security services A Greek air force officer arrested on suspicion of spying for China has been detained pending trial after appearing before a military judge in a case that is seen as exposing Beijing’s determination to infiltrate Europe’s security and intelligence services. Surrounded by armed escorts, a squadron leader identified as Col Christos Flessas emerged from the court late on Tuesday after giving testimony for more than eight hours. Continue reading...

Trump orders the military to make agreements with coal power plants
The administration's "reasoning" for doing so has little connection to reality.

El Paso airport closed after military used new anti-drone laser to zap party balloon
"I want to be very, very clear that this should’ve never happened."
Grand jury declines criminal charges against 6 Democrats who urged military to reject illegal orders - CBS News
Grand jury declines criminal charges against 6 Democrats who urged military to reject illegal orders CBS News
DOJ tries and fails to indict 6 Democrats over video reminding military of illegal orders - Democracy Docket
DOJ tries and fails to indict 6 Democrats over video reminding military of illegal orders Democracy Docket
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is the purpose of the C.I.A. video appealing to potential spies in China's military?
The C.I.A. video aims to recruit individuals from China's military to provide intelligence and information.
Q:Why did U.S. forces leave the base in Syria?
U.S. forces left the base as part of a strategic decision in the fight against ISIS.
Q:What was the outcome of the judge's ruling regarding Mark Kelly?
The judge blocked the U.S. military from demoting Mark Kelly over a video related to 'illegal orders.'
Q:What did Trump announce regarding military deployment in the Middle East?
Trump stated that the U.S. is preparing to deploy another aircraft carrier to the Middle East.
Q:What charges were brought against two individuals in Israel?
Two individuals in Israel were charged with betting on military operations.