Syrian minister rejects Kurdish-led SDF's proposal for own military blocIntegrating Kurdish fighters into Syria's armed forces is a government priority, but complex negotiations and regional tensions complicate the process.
South Korea arrests ex-defense minister over martial law DW 12/08/2024Former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun has been arrested amid investigations into President Yoon Suk Yeol's controversial martial law decree.
Taiwan separatists will be 'crushed': China defense minister DW 06/02/2024China's Defense Minister vows to forcefully stop Taiwan independence, criticizes foreign powers and Taiwan separatists.
China says top military official suspended, placed under investigationChina is investigating high-ranking military official Miao Hua, emphasizing a significant anti-corruption campaign targeting the armed forces.
Taiwan separatists will be 'crushed': China defense minister DW 06/02/2024China's Defense Minister vows to forcefully stop Taiwan independence, criticizes foreign powers and Taiwan separatists.
China says top military official suspended, placed under investigationChina is investigating high-ranking military official Miao Hua, emphasizing a significant anti-corruption campaign targeting the armed forces.
Germany suspects sabotage after undersea internet cables are severedGermany's defense minister suggests deliberate sabotage of undersea cables raises security concerns in Eastern Europe.
A Frank Assessment of Israel's Goals in Gaza From the Former Defense MinisterNetanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to eroded trust between them amidst ongoing tensions in Gaza.
Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu fires Defence Minister Yoav GallantNetanyahu fires defense minister Gallant due to lost confidence in managing wars in Gaza and Lebanon.
Israel: PM Netanyahu dismisses Defense Minister Gallant DW 11/05/2024Netanyahu dismissed Defense Minister Gallant due to eroded trust amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
Who is Israel Katz, Israel's new defense minister?Netanyahu's new defense minister, Israel Katz, lacks qualifications, raising concerns about political bias impacting military strategy in Israel.
Netanyahu ousts defense minister, a political rival and fierce war criticNetanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Gallant reflects a deepening political crisis amid ongoing military conflicts, prioritizing political survival over national security.
Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister Yoav Gallant Amid Iran FearNetanyahu's firing of Gallant signals political motives overshadowing national security in Israel, as tensions with Iran escalate.
A Frank Assessment of Israel's Goals in Gaza From the Former Defense MinisterNetanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to eroded trust between them amidst ongoing tensions in Gaza.
Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu fires Defence Minister Yoav GallantNetanyahu fires defense minister Gallant due to lost confidence in managing wars in Gaza and Lebanon.
Israel: PM Netanyahu dismisses Defense Minister Gallant DW 11/05/2024Netanyahu dismissed Defense Minister Gallant due to eroded trust amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
Who is Israel Katz, Israel's new defense minister?Netanyahu's new defense minister, Israel Katz, lacks qualifications, raising concerns about political bias impacting military strategy in Israel.
Netanyahu ousts defense minister, a political rival and fierce war criticNetanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Gallant reflects a deepening political crisis amid ongoing military conflicts, prioritizing political survival over national security.
Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister Yoav Gallant Amid Iran FearNetanyahu's firing of Gallant signals political motives overshadowing national security in Israel, as tensions with Iran escalate.
Netanyahu Is Said to Consider Firing Israel's Defense MinisterNetanyahu is considering dismissing Defense Minister Gallant due to their contrasting views on the war against Hamas, amid rising internal pressures.
Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav GallantNetanyahu dismissed defense minister Gallant due to a crisis of trust amid ongoing conflicts, signaling deep divisions in Israel's leadership.
By Firing Gallant, Netanyahu Removes One Threat but Risks AnotherNetanyahu's removal of Gallant enables a firmer wartime stance but invites potential backlash and public discontent.
A Timeline of Clashes Between Netanyahu and Gallant, Israel's Former Defense MinisterNetanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Gallant signifies a breakdown of trust amid ongoing conflict and differing views on security strategy.
Netanyahu Is Said to Consider Firing Israel's Defense MinisterNetanyahu is considering dismissing Defense Minister Gallant due to their contrasting views on the war against Hamas, amid rising internal pressures.
Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav GallantNetanyahu dismissed defense minister Gallant due to a crisis of trust amid ongoing conflicts, signaling deep divisions in Israel's leadership.
By Firing Gallant, Netanyahu Removes One Threat but Risks AnotherNetanyahu's removal of Gallant enables a firmer wartime stance but invites potential backlash and public discontent.
A Timeline of Clashes Between Netanyahu and Gallant, Israel's Former Defense MinisterNetanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Gallant signifies a breakdown of trust amid ongoing conflict and differing views on security strategy.
Russia Makes Surprising Gains in UkraineRussia launched a surprise offensive in northeast Ukraine near Kharkiv, with advancing troops and President Putin replacing the defense minister.
Putin reassigns defense minister Shoigu in shakeup of Kremlin security teamPutin appoints Sergei Shoigu to lead Russia's security and defense council, replacing him as defense minister.The move signifies a major government shake-up in the Kremlin's security team.
EU sanctions Iran over alleged missile transfers to RussiaThe EU imposed sanctions on Iranian officials and entities for allegedly supplying missiles to Russia, intensifying international pressure against military support for the Ukraine conflict.
Russia's Putin to remove Shoigu as defence ministerPutin reshuffles cabinet appointing Belousov as defense minister and Shoigu as Security Council secretary.
The Technocrat Who's Taking Control of Putin's War EffortPresident Putin appointed a non-military technocrat as the defense minister to lead Russia's economy towards the war effort.
The goal is not peace': What's behind Putin's wartime Russia reshuffle?President Putin reshuffles cabinet, appoints Andrei Belousov as new defense minister, signaling continuity in Russia's military strategy.
Russia Makes Surprising Gains in UkraineRussia launched a surprise offensive in northeast Ukraine near Kharkiv, with advancing troops and President Putin replacing the defense minister.
Putin reassigns defense minister Shoigu in shakeup of Kremlin security teamPutin appoints Sergei Shoigu to lead Russia's security and defense council, replacing him as defense minister.The move signifies a major government shake-up in the Kremlin's security team.
EU sanctions Iran over alleged missile transfers to RussiaThe EU imposed sanctions on Iranian officials and entities for allegedly supplying missiles to Russia, intensifying international pressure against military support for the Ukraine conflict.
Russia's Putin to remove Shoigu as defence ministerPutin reshuffles cabinet appointing Belousov as defense minister and Shoigu as Security Council secretary.
The Technocrat Who's Taking Control of Putin's War EffortPresident Putin appointed a non-military technocrat as the defense minister to lead Russia's economy towards the war effort.
The goal is not peace': What's behind Putin's wartime Russia reshuffle?President Putin reshuffles cabinet, appoints Andrei Belousov as new defense minister, signaling continuity in Russia's military strategy.
Captain's gender didn't cause ship to sink, New Zealand minister saysOnline trolling of the female naval captain after the vessel sinking is condemned, emphasizing that her gender did not contribute to the incident.
Ukraine updates: Deadly daytime strike hits Kharkiv DW 05/23/2024At least six people died in a Russian missile attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine, during peak traffic hours.
Why Putin chose an economist as Russia's defense minister DW 05/14/2024Andrei Belousov, an economist without military experience, appointed as Russia's defense minister under Putin's direction towards a wartime economy.
Who is Russia's new defence minister and why did Putin appoint him?Putin appointed civilian Andrei Belousov as new defense minister in an economic efficiency move.
Why Putin chose an economist as Russia's defense minister DW 05/14/2024Andrei Belousov, an economist without military experience, appointed as Russia's defense minister under Putin's direction towards a wartime economy.
Who is Russia's new defence minister and why did Putin appoint him?Putin appointed civilian Andrei Belousov as new defense minister in an economic efficiency move.
Putin taps economist Andrei Belousov to lead defense ministry in wartimePutin surprised by appointing economist Belousov as defense minister, showing a shift to war economy and emphasis on arms manufacturing race with the West.
Putin replaces his defense minister as he starts his 5th term in officePutin replaced Shoigu as defense minister with a civilian, emphasizing innovation.
Putin in Cabinet shakeup moves to replace defense minister as he starts his 5th term in officePutin replaced Shoigu as defense minister in a Cabinet shakeup.
Putin replaces his defense minister as he starts his 5th term in officePutin replaced Shoigu as defense minister with a civilian, emphasizing innovation.
Putin in Cabinet shakeup moves to replace defense minister as he starts his 5th term in officePutin replaced Shoigu as defense minister in a Cabinet shakeup.
Russia's Putin Reappoints Mikhail Mishustin, Low-Profile Technocrat, as Prime MinisterMishustin reappointed as Russian prime minister with low political ambitions.