The US is reportedly facing a munition crisis as the Russia-Ukraine conflict seems to be becoming America’s next forever war after Afghanistan. While Ukraine’s demand for military aid from U.S. continues, America’s supplies are depleting faster than they can be renewed. Why is U.S. unable to meet the demand? Is U.S. holding back resources for a possible clash with Russia, or China in future? Has North Korea’s recent military drills made U.S. reassess its own safety? Shivan Chanana explains.

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidQmVrOPQAVNE0" /><meta charset="utf-8" />A day after it was revealed that former British pilots were being poached by the Chinese military to train its troops, Australia has said it will also investigate such reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles said he had ordered the department to investigate claims that ex-Australian military pilots were recruited by the flight school, based in South Africa to work in China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I would be deeply shocked and disturbed to hear that there were personnel who were being lured by a pay check from a foreign state above serving their own country.&nbsp;I have asked the department to investigate these claims and come back to my office with clear advice on this matter,"&nbsp;said&nbsp;Marles.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As reported by WION, China is attempting to learn the ways of the western militaries, in case a conflict with Taiwan or any other country comes to heed.</p>

<p>Most of the pilots are being recruited through headhunters, with a flying academy named Test Flying Academy of South Africa (TFASA) acting as the centre of operations.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-luring-former-british-pilots-with-hefty-paycheques-to-help-its-military-report-526354" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: China luring former British pilots with hefty paycheques to help its military: Report</strong></a></p>

<p>According to the British Ministry of Defence (MoD), the pilots lured by China appear to have flown Typhoons, Jaguars, Harriers and Tornados</p>

<p>The sources say that the British military first became aware of the issue, back in 2019 when a small batch of former military pilots was hired.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the pandemic struck, the movement was stopped as air travel became next to possible. However, since then, China has quietly ramped up its hiring process yet again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yesterday, the British&nbsp;Ministery of Defence shot a warning saying pilots who were involved with China risked facing prosecution under the Official Secrets Act, and a national security bill would provide other paths to prosecution.</p>

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A day after it was revealed that former British pilots were being poached by the Chinese military to train its troops, Australia has said it will also investigate such reports.

A day after it was revealed that former British pilots were being poached by the Chinese military to train its troops, Australia has said it will also investigate such reports. Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles said he had ordered the department to investigate claims that ex-Australian military pilots were recruited by the flight school, based in South Africa to work in China. "I would be deeply shocked and disturbed to hear that there were personnel who were being lured by a pay check from a foreign state above serving their own country. I have asked the department to investigate these claims and come back to my office with clear advice on this matter," said Marles. WATCH | Pilots hired to help China understand how western planes operate × As reported by WION, China is attempting to learn the ways of the western militaries, in case a conflict with Taiwan or any other country comes to heed. Most of the pilots are being recruited through headhunters, with a flying academy named Test Flying Academy of South Africa (TFASA) acting as the centre of operations. Read more: China luring former British pilots with hefty paycheques to help its military: Report According to the British Ministry of Defence (MoD), the pilots lured by China appear to have flown Typhoons, Jaguars, Harriers and Tornados The sources say that the British military first became aware of the issue, back in 2019 when a small batch of former military pilots was hired. After the pandemic struck, the movement was stopped as air travel became next to possible. However, since then, China has quietly ramped up its hiring process yet again. Yesterday, the British Ministery of Defence shot a warning saying pilots who were involved with China risked facing prosecution under the Official Secrets Act, and a national security bill would provide other paths to prosecution. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>In a huge shake-up of the top brass of Pakistan's Army ahead of the change in leadership next month as Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa leaves, 12 major generals were promoted&nbsp;to the rank of lieutenant general.</p>

<p>Major Generals Inam Haider Malik, Fayyaz Hussain Shah, Nauman Zakria, Mohammad Zafar Iqbal, Ayman Bilal Safdar, Ahsan Gulrez, Syed Aamer Raza, Shahid Imtiaz, Mohammad Munir Afsar, Maj General Babar Iftikhar, Yousaf Jamal, and Kashif Nazir are among those promoted, according to ISPR.</p>

<p>It is unusual to see so many people promoted to the position of lieutenant general at once. Although these elevations are typically supposed to be done on the basis of vacancies, the promotions in the Army had been overdue for about a year, reported Dawn newspaper.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The seats vacated by the retirement of three lieutenant generals in the middle of October 2021, one in July of this year, and five at the end of September would be filled by the 12 newly promoted generals. Lt Gen Majid Ehsan, the former IG Arms, Lt Gen Amir Abbasi, the former QMG, and Lt Gen Hamooduz Zaman Khan, the former Commander of Army Air Defence Command, were among those who had retired a year earlier.</p>

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<p>After Lt. Gen. Sarfraz Ali, the corps commander of Balochistan, was killed in a helicopter crash on August 2 while carrying out flood relief operations, the tenth position became vacant.</p>

<p>To replace the anticipated four-star vacancies caused by the impending retirement of Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee Gen Nadeem Raza and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, two additional generals have been promoted in advance.</p>

<p>The COAS alone has the authority to promote soldiers at this level. However, it is customary for the chiefs to meet with other top generals informally before making the&nbsp;choices.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-something-we-take-very-seriously-us-responds-to-alleged-corruption-in-flood-relief-to-pakistan-524701">Reports of massive corruption, looting of flood relief to Pakistan from Washington serious, says US</a></p>

<p>The 12 promoted officers would make up a sizable portion of the team that the new chief would take over in November, making the most recent promotions one of Gen. Bajwa's most important decisions prior to his retirement. The posting of the promoted officers, which GHQ would soon complete, would now be the focus of all attention. A number of significant posts are presently open.</p>

<p>Immediately following his appointment in 2016, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-army-chief-hints-at-peace-with-india-without-mentioning-kashmir-523657">Gen. Bajwa</a> had the chance to promote seven major generals, which aided in the formation of his own team. Due to the elevation of two officers to four star ranks and the resignation of four other officers after being replaced, the seven slots had become vacant at that time.</p>

<p>A couple of the recently promoted officers had worked closely with Gen. Bajwa. These officers include DG ISPR Gen Babar Iftikhar, DG Perspective Planning Cell Gen Ayman Bilal Safdar, and Vice Chief of General Staff-A Gen Nauman Zikriya.</p>

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In a huge shake-up of the top brass of Pakistan's Army ahead of the change in leadership next month as Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa leaves, 12 major generals were promoted to the rank of lieutenant general.

In a huge shake-up of the top brass of Pakistan's Army ahead of the change in leadership next month as Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa leaves, 12 major generals were promoted to the rank of lieutenant general. Major Generals Inam Haider Malik, Fayyaz Hussain Shah, Nauman Zakria, Mohammad Zafar Iqbal, Ayman Bilal Safdar, Ahsan Gulrez, Syed Aamer Raza, Shahid Imtiaz, Mohammad Munir Afsar, Maj General Babar Iftikhar, Yousaf Jamal, and Kashif Nazir are among those promoted, according to ISPR. It is unusual to see so many people promoted to the position of lieutenant general at once. Although these elevations are typically supposed to be done on the basis of vacancies, the promotions in the Army had been overdue for about a year, reported Dawn newspaper. The seats vacated by the retirement of three lieutenant generals in the middle of October 2021, one in July of this year, and five at the end of September would be filled by the 12 newly promoted generals. Lt Gen Majid Ehsan, the former IG Arms, Lt Gen Amir Abbasi, the former QMG, and Lt Gen Hamooduz Zaman Khan, the former Commander of Army Air Defence Command, were among those who had retired a year earlier. Also read | India slams Pakistan at UNGA for drawing parallels over 'Kashmir' After Lt. Gen. Sarfraz Ali, the corps commander of Balochistan, was killed in a helicopter crash on August 2 while carrying out flood relief operations, the tenth position became vacant. To replace the anticipated four-star vacancies caused by the impending retirement of Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee Gen Nadeem Raza and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, two additional generals have been promoted in advance. The COAS alone has the authority to promote soldiers at this level. However, it is customary for the chiefs to meet with other top generals informally before making the choices. Also read | Reports of massive corruption, looting of flood relief to Pakistan from Washington serious, says US The 12 promoted officers would make up a sizable portion of the team that the new chief would take over in November, making the most recent promotions one of Gen. Bajwa's most important decisions prior to his retirement. The posting of the promoted officers, which GHQ would soon complete, would now be the focus of all attention. A number of significant posts are presently open. Immediately following his appointment in 2016, Gen. Bajwa had the chance to promote seven major generals, which aided in the formation of his own team. Due to the elevation of two officers to four star ranks and the resignation of four other officers after being replaced, the seven slots had become vacant at that time. A couple of the recently promoted officers had worked closely with Gen. Bajwa. These officers include DG ISPR Gen Babar Iftikhar, DG Perspective Planning Cell Gen Ayman Bilal Safdar, and Vice Chief of General Staff-A Gen Nauman Zikriya. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

12 Pakistan major generals promoted in massive overhaul of top military brass

Russian musician Walkie has died by suicide in order to avoid being drafted into the ongoing war with Ukraine. According to reports, the 27-year-old rapper shared a video on social platforms for fans explaining the motive behind his decision.

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<p>A local member of the Russian military draft committee was shot by a man in Siberia who had refused to join the Ukrainian war, according to reports.</p>

<p>The incident is said to have taken place on Monday in Irkutsk region’s Ust-Ilimsk city, a town of 85,000 people.</p>

<p>A video going viral on Twitter shows the man dressed in camouflage, shooting the Russian military officer at point blank range at the draft office while other conscripts flee.&nbsp;WION could not independently verify the authenticity of the video.</p>

<p>Moments before opening the fire, the gunman told the official, “Nobody is going to go anywhere”, a witness told the Baikal People news outlet.</p>

<p>He was immediately arrested and his rifle was seized. The gunman has been identified as 25-year-old Ruslan Zinin.</p>

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<p>Governor of the Irkutsk region Igor Kobzev through a Telegram post said that the military commissar, Alexander Eliseev, “is in intensive care, in critical condition. The doctors are fighting for his life.”</p>

<p>He added, “The shooter was immediately arrested. And he will definitely be punished!”</p>

<p>In another incident, a man reportedly tried to set immolate at a bus station in Ryazan city, about 185 km (115 miles) southeast of Moscow, saying that he does not want to fight in Ukraine, reports Reuters.</p>

<p>He was later taken away in an ambulance.</p>

<p>Local media reported that there have been instances of attacks on the draft offices in the regions of Dagestan and Yakutia. ever since President Vladimir Putin declared a partial mobilisation last Wednesday to bolster Russian forces in its fight against Ukraine.</p>

<p>Dagestan and Yakutia regions have sent the maximum number of soldiers for the Ukrainian war.</p>

<p>Human rights group OVD-Info claimed that more than 101 people were detained on Sunday in Dagestan's capital Makhachkala, in a rare example of mass dissent in the usually tightly controlled North Caucasian region, reports Reuters news agency.</p>

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A local member of the Russian military draft committee was shot by a man in Siberia who had refused to join the Ukrainian war, according to reports. The incident is said to have taken place on Monday in Irkutsk region’s Ust-Ilimsk city, a town of 85,000 people.

A local member of the Russian military draft committee was shot by a man in Siberia who had refused to join the Ukrainian war, according to reports. The incident is said to have taken place on Monday in Irkutsk region’s Ust-Ilimsk city, a town of 85,000 people. A video going viral on Twitter shows the man dressed in camouflage, shooting the Russian military officer at point blank range at the draft office while other conscripts flee. WION could not independently verify the authenticity of the video. Moments before opening the fire, the gunman told the official, “Nobody is going to go anywhere”, a witness told the Baikal People news outlet. He was immediately arrested and his rifle was seized. The gunman has been identified as 25-year-old Ruslan Zinin. Mobilized man killed a drafting office commander in Ust-Ilimsk, Irkutsk region, Russia. Alexandr Yeliseev, the commander, was shot four times almost point blank. The murderer is Ruslan Zinin, born in 1997, "partially mobilized". He decided jail is better than death in Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/s0IvHJZJBO — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) September 26, 2022 × Governor of the Irkutsk region Igor Kobzev through a Telegram post said that the military commissar, Alexander Eliseev, “is in intensive care, in critical condition. The doctors are fighting for his life.” He added, “The shooter was immediately arrested. And he will definitely be punished!” In another incident, a man reportedly tried to set immolate at a bus station in Ryazan city, about 185 km (115 miles) southeast of Moscow, saying that he does not want to fight in Ukraine, reports Reuters. He was later taken away in an ambulance. Local media reported that there have been instances of attacks on the draft offices in the regions of Dagestan and Yakutia. ever since President Vladimir Putin declared a partial mobilisation last Wednesday to bolster Russian forces in its fight against Ukraine. Dagestan and Yakutia regions have sent the maximum number of soldiers for the Ukrainian war. Human rights group OVD-Info claimed that more than 101 people were detained on Sunday in Dagestan's capital Makhachkala, in a rare example of mass dissent in the usually tightly controlled North Caucasian region, reports Reuters news agency. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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2022 Defense Expo Korea (DX Korea) featured a live fire and manoeuvre demonstration by the South Korean military. DX Korea is a platform for displaying and marketing defence products to a variety of international customers.

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<p>South Korean actor Kang Tae Oh, who shot to fame with 'My First First Love' and 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo', &nbsp;received a heartwarming send-off from the cast and crew of 'Run On' on Friday. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared photos of the reunion along with heart and cry face emojis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the now-viral photos, the actor can be seen posing in a mirror selfie with Lim Siwan, Shin Se Kyung, Girls' Generation's Sooyoung and 'Run On's director and scriptwriter. One picture shows Kang Tae holding a board filled with adorable messages from the cast and crew of 'Run On'. Through the sweet notes, his well-wishers prayed for his safety and success ahead of his mandatory military service.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some of the messages read, "Younghwa... the military.. keke", "Tae Oh~ If you go the army, we will definitely", and "Run On, Tae Oh, to the military (heart)". Take a look!</p>

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<p>For those unaware, military duty is mandatory for at least 18 months for all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 to 28 in South Korea. Several K-Pop idols and actors have served their time in the military during the peak of their careers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-house-of-the-dragon-gets-season-2-nod-from-hbo-510550" hreflang="en">'House of the Dragon' gets season 2 nod from HBO</a></p>

<p>According to reports, the South Korean actor will enlist in the military somewhere around fall this year. He is yet to reveal more details.</p>

<p>Kang Tae Oh has starred in several K-drama series. He recently grabbed headlines for playing Lee Jun-Ho in 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo'. It is available on Netflix.</p>


South Korean actor Kang Tae Oh, who shot to fame with 'My First First Love' and 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo', received a heartwarming send-off from the cast and crew of 'Run On' on Friday.

South Korean actor Kang Tae Oh, who shot to fame with 'My First First Love' and 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo', received a heartwarming send-off from the cast and crew of 'Run On' on Friday. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared photos of the reunion along with heart and cry face emojis. In the now-viral photos, the actor can be seen posing in a mirror selfie with Lim Siwan, Shin Se Kyung, Girls' Generation's Sooyoung and 'Run On's director and scriptwriter. One picture shows Kang Tae holding a board filled with adorable messages from the cast and crew of 'Run On'. Through the sweet notes, his well-wishers prayed for his safety and success ahead of his mandatory military service. Some of the messages read, "Younghwa... the military.. keke", "Tae Oh~ If you go the army, we will definitely", and "Run On, Tae Oh, to the military (heart)". Take a look! View this post on Instagram A post shared by 강태오 (@kto940620) For those unaware, military duty is mandatory for at least 18 months for all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 to 28 in South Korea. Several K-Pop idols and actors have served their time in the military during the peak of their careers. Also read: 'House of the Dragon' gets season 2 nod from HBO According to reports, the South Korean actor will enlist in the military somewhere around fall this year. He is yet to reveal more details. Kang Tae Oh has starred in several K-drama series. He recently grabbed headlines for playing Lee Jun-Ho in 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo'. It is available on Netflix.

Kang Tae Oh bids emotional adieu to 'Run On' cast before heading to military

<p>For the return of Exercise Pitch Black, the skies over Australia's Top End have been crowded with aircraft from across the globe.</p>

<p>In an effort to improve interoperability and forge solid bonds between participating military units, 16 nations will take part in Exercise Pitch Black with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-commits-another-25-million-in-emergency-aid-to-sri-lanka-takes-total-to-75-million-508249">Australia</a> from today&nbsp;until September 8.</p>

<p>This year, there will be more than 100 aircraft and 2,500 participants from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/boat-with-ak-47-rifles-that-caused-terror-scare-belongs-to-an-australian-couple-maharashtras-deputy-cm-508089">Australia</a>, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, India, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, the US, and the UK.</p>

<p>The resumption of Exercise Pitch Black, according to the exercise commander Air Commodore (AIRCDRE) Tim Alsop, is a great opportunity to fortify alliances and advance regional stability.</p>

<p>“With 16 nations participating, Exercise Pitch Black is an excellent opportunity for RAAF to work with our allies and partners, sharing tactics and procedures that will enhance interoperability between our forces. Several countries are participating in Pitch Black for the first time, and we welcome them to the exercise and the magnificent Northern Territory," he said.</p>

<p>Exercise Pitch Black and similar events acknowledge Australia's close ties, the importance placed on regional security, and the importance of fostering strong relationships across the Indo-Pacific region.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-australia-to-undertake-high-level-engagement-in-the-coming-days-508364">India, Australia to undertake high level engagement in the coming days</a></p>

<p>As per the Australian defence department, the exercise will involve both daytime and nighttime flying, and it will be carried out with care to lessen its negative effects on the surrounding area and the environment.</p>

<p>From now until September 8, the exercise will take place in the Northern Territory with the majority of the forces located at RAAF Bases Darwin and Tindal and supporting components at RAAF Amberley.</p>

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For the return of Exercise Pitch Black, the skies over Australia's Top End have been crowded with aircraft from across the globe. In an effort to improve interoperability and forge solid bonds between participating military units, 16 nations will take part in Exercise Pitch Black with Australia from today until September 8.

For the return of Exercise Pitch Black, the skies over Australia's Top End have been crowded with aircraft from across the globe. In an effort to improve interoperability and forge solid bonds between participating military units, 16 nations will take part in Exercise Pitch Black with Australia from today until September 8. This year, there will be more than 100 aircraft and 2,500 participants from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, India, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, the US, and the UK. The resumption of Exercise Pitch Black, according to the exercise commander Air Commodore (AIRCDRE) Tim Alsop, is a great opportunity to fortify alliances and advance regional stability. “With 16 nations participating, Exercise Pitch Black is an excellent opportunity for RAAF to work with our allies and partners, sharing tactics and procedures that will enhance interoperability between our forces. Several countries are participating in Pitch Black for the first time, and we welcome them to the exercise and the magnificent Northern Territory," he said. Exercise Pitch Black and similar events acknowledge Australia's close ties, the importance placed on regional security, and the importance of fostering strong relationships across the Indo-Pacific region. Also read | India, Australia to undertake high level engagement in the coming days As per the Australian defence department, the exercise will involve both daytime and nighttime flying, and it will be carried out with care to lessen its negative effects on the surrounding area and the environment. From now until September 8, the exercise will take place in the Northern Territory with the majority of the forces located at RAAF Bases Darwin and Tindal and supporting components at RAAF Amberley.

Jet set, go! Exercise Pitch Black takes off in Australia

Taiwan on Wednesday unveiled its most advanced fighter jet. The Taiwanese military demonstrated its determination to defend the democratically governed island.

US, Taiwan aim to reach 'economically meaningful outcomes'

<p>The Russian defence ministry said on Tuesday that a “detonation of aviation ammunition” was the reason behind the explosion at an airbase in Crimea which was reported by a number of eyewitnesses in the area. According to the RIA Novosti news agency, the authorities said that contrary to certain reports, it was not an attack and there were no damages or casualties.</p>

<p>Earlier, Reuters reported that there were loud explosions heard from the Russian military airbase situated at Novofedorivka in Crimea. The area was part of the annexed peninsula held by the Russian forces and this was one of the several army bases which were established by the Russian army.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-offering-100000-troops-to-help-russia-win-ukrainian-war-state-media-505028" hreflang="en">North Korea offering 100,000 troops to help Russia win Ukrainian war: State media</a></p>

<p>According to eyewitness accounts, black smoke was seen coming out of the military base and a number of videos shot from the nearby beaches were already circulated on social media.</p>

<p>According to Reuters, the eyewitnesses heard 12 explosions within a minute. Half an hour later, there were three other blasts and sirens were heard in the nearby town on Saky.</p>

<p>Sergei Aksyonov – the Kremlin-appointed governor of Crimea – posted on Telegram that he visited the military airbase after the explosions and the "circumstances are being clarified".</p>

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<p>The TASS new agency also reported that emergency services were deployed in the area.</p>

<p>Earlier, North Korea offered 100,000 "volunteer" troops to help Russia’s chances in the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. “There are reports that 100,000 North Korean volunteers are prepared to come and take part in the conflict,” Russian defence analyst Igor Korotchenko told Russian Channel One.</p>

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The Russian defence ministry said on Tuesday that a “detonation of aviation ammunition” was the reason behind the explosion at an airbase in Crimea which was reported by a number of eyewitnesses in the area.

The Russian defence ministry said on Tuesday that a “detonation of aviation ammunition” was the reason behind the explosion at an airbase in Crimea which was reported by a number of eyewitnesses in the area. According to the RIA Novosti news agency, the authorities said that contrary to certain reports, it was not an attack and there were no damages or casualties. Earlier, Reuters reported that there were loud explosions heard from the Russian military airbase situated at Novofedorivka in Crimea. The area was part of the annexed peninsula held by the Russian forces and this was one of the several army bases which were established by the Russian army. Also read | North Korea offering 100,000 troops to help Russia win Ukrainian war: State media According to eyewitness accounts, black smoke was seen coming out of the military base and a number of videos shot from the nearby beaches were already circulated on social media. According to Reuters, the eyewitnesses heard 12 explosions within a minute. Half an hour later, there were three other blasts and sirens were heard in the nearby town on Saky. Sergei Aksyonov – the Kremlin-appointed governor of Crimea – posted on Telegram that he visited the military airbase after the explosions and the "circumstances are being clarified". Also read | What is Langya, fresh zoonotic virus that infected 35 people in China? The TASS new agency also reported that emergency services were deployed in the area. Earlier, North Korea offered 100,000 "volunteer" troops to help Russia’s chances in the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. “There are reports that 100,000 North Korean volunteers are prepared to come and take part in the conflict,” Russian defence analyst Igor Korotchenko told Russian Channel One. WATCH WION LIVE HERE - (With inputs from agencies)

Russia says 'detonation of ammunition' caused blast at Crimea military airbase

Tensions have spiked pretty sharply in the Asia-Pacific after the US House speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan. Beijing has now hit back with military exercises that include live fire drills.

Air, ship routes to get impacted due to Chinese military drills

<p>The military-industrial complex is perhaps more complex than it sounds. Companies in this circle are ultimately owned by the same people. These companies own shares in one another in a way that doesn't even look illegal (as legal as it may be).</p>

<p>It is interesting that some of these companies even transcend different territories. Recently the main reaction of the western countries has been to ship weapons to Ukraine no matter how much it made sense to make peace rather than war. While Ukraine continues to be turned into a wasteland, the continuation of war is profitable to the companies that manufacture weapons for the US, the UK and even Poland,&nbsp;who have been active in this direction.&nbsp;</p>

<p>I thought to share a few of these companies and how they relate to one another so that we at least have an idea of the real winners in the continuation of the Ukraine war.</p>

<p>Let us take the number one weapons manufacturer for the US being Lockheed Martin company for instance. Lockheed manufactures the famous anti-tank Javeline missiles that have been donated by the US to Ukraine. Around March this year Lockheed Martin was faced with increasing production of these in-demand weapons. The shareholders of this Lockheed include the following investors;</p>

<p>BlackRock Inc</p>

<p>Vanguard Group</p>

<p>But then who owns BlackRock? The shareholders of Blackrock include Vanguard Group. Well, who owns Vanguard Group you ask? The shareholders of Vanguard group include Blackrock Inc. Quite a matrix.</p>

<p>Interestingly also the number one weapon manufacturer in the UK is BAE Systems Plc whose shareholders also include BlackRock above, Capital Group company etc.</p>

<p>Other shareholders of Vanguard include JP Morgan, Apple, Microsoft, Wellington Management etc. These companies, therefore, have an indirect financial interest in the US supply of weapons to Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>By the way Wellington Management's shareholders include Temasek Company which solely belongs to the Singapore Government (Ministry of Finance). So far being among two public entities that I have come across in this complex the second being UK government with 30% stake in Leonardo UK Ltd which also manufactures weapons for the UK. By the way, Temasek also owns shares in Blackrock Inc and is the fifth highest shareholder. So whether the UK sends weapons to Ukraine or the US sends weapons to Ukraine Temasek (Singapore Government) still makes profit. Holdings companies for Wellington Management include Apple Inc, Microsoft, Pfizer etc. Yes you read&nbsp;right, Pfizer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Did you know that Coca-Cola company belongs to both Vanguard Co (8.1%) and Blackrock Inc (6.4%) who are heavy investors in weapons manufacturing?&nbsp;</p>

<p>Well as was always the case,&nbsp;any opportunity to supply weapons is a profitable&nbsp;to the military-industrial complex. 2022 alone has seen revenue in this business of up to $19.5 billion. So we can only hope that is not enough incentive to perpetuate the Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;</p>

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The military-industrial complex is perhaps more complex than it sounds. Companies in this circle are ultimately owned by the same people. These companies own shares in one another in a way that doesn't even look illegal (as legal as it may be).

The military-industrial complex is perhaps more complex than it sounds. Companies in this circle are ultimately owned by the same people. These companies own shares in one another in a way that doesn't even look illegal (as legal as it may be). It is interesting that some of these companies even transcend different territories. Recently the main reaction of the western countries has been to ship weapons to Ukraine no matter how much it made sense to make peace rather than war. While Ukraine continues to be turned into a wasteland, the continuation of war is profitable to the companies that manufacture weapons for the US, the UK and even Poland, who have been active in this direction. I thought to share a few of these companies and how they relate to one another so that we at least have an idea of the real winners in the continuation of the Ukraine war. Let us take the number one weapons manufacturer for the US being Lockheed Martin company for instance. Lockheed manufactures the famous anti-tank Javeline missiles that have been donated by the US to Ukraine. Around March this year Lockheed Martin was faced with increasing production of these in-demand weapons. The shareholders of this Lockheed include the following investors; BlackRock Inc Vanguard Group But then who owns BlackRock? The shareholders of Blackrock include Vanguard Group. Well, who owns Vanguard Group you ask? The shareholders of Vanguard group include Blackrock Inc. Quite a matrix. Interestingly also the number one weapon manufacturer in the UK is BAE Systems Plc whose shareholders also include BlackRock above, Capital Group company etc. Other shareholders of Vanguard include JP Morgan, Apple, Microsoft, Wellington Management etc. These companies, therefore, have an indirect financial interest in the US supply of weapons to Ukraine. By the way Wellington Management's shareholders include Temasek Company which solely belongs to the Singapore Government (Ministry of Finance). So far being among two public entities that I have come across in this complex the second being UK government with 30% stake in Leonardo UK Ltd which also manufactures weapons for the UK. By the way, Temasek also owns shares in Blackrock Inc and is the fifth highest shareholder. So whether the UK sends weapons to Ukraine or the US sends weapons to Ukraine Temasek (Singapore Government) still makes profit. Holdings companies for Wellington Management include Apple Inc, Microsoft, Pfizer etc. Yes you read right, Pfizer. Did you know that Coca-Cola company belongs to both Vanguard Co (8.1%) and Blackrock Inc (6.4%) who are heavy investors in weapons manufacturing? Well as was always the case, any opportunity to supply weapons is a profitable to the military-industrial complex. 2022 alone has seen revenue in this business of up to $19.5 billion. So we can only hope that is not enough incentive to perpetuate the Ukraine conflict. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Military-industrial complex, the ultimate beneficiary of Ukraine conflict arms supply

There has been a lot of debate around BTS and their military service status. Recently, the seven-member boy band went on an indefinite hiatus. Does this mean that the boys are going on military service soon? Let's find out!

Is military service the reason behind the BTS split? What's the raging debate all about?

Talks between Pakistan's military and outlawed organization TTP is underway. As per reports, headways in the talks will be debated in the Parliament.

Pakistan: Military to negotiate with the outlawed organization TTP

US President Joe Biden pledged more American troops, warplanes and warships for Europe to bolster regional security after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

US pledges to boost military in Europe as NATO strengthens defences

<p>On Saturday, several protesters in the northeastern state of Bihar ransacked offices and damaged public property in a railway station in order to express their outrage over a new military recruitment plan with a demand from the government to reverse course, reported Reuters.</p>

<p>Thousands of protesters attacked and damaged train coaches, burned tyres, and clashed with the officials at the railway station. Considering the unrest, the authorities cancelled close to 360 trains.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A senior police official, Sanjay Singh, who oversees law and order in the state, told Reuters that nearly 12 protesters were arrested and at least four policemen injured in the attack.</p>

<p>"Around 2,000 to 2,500 people entered the Masaurhi railway station and attacked the forces," he added.</p>

<p>The Police have totally arrested at least 250 people in the neighbouring state of Uttar Pradesh as a preventive measure, and there has been one death during the protest this week. Some people have accused the police of using excessive force.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Saturday, the government announced concessions for those who will serve under the scheme in order to control the protests and outrage.</p>

<p>The federal home ministry announced that it would reserve 10 per cent of vacancies in the paramilitary forces and Assam Rifles, which is a unit in the Indian army, for those who have passed out of the army after the four years mandated in the scheme.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Indian youth protest Agnipath recruitment scheme</strong></p>

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<p>The defence ministry also declared that it would reserve 10% of its vacancies for those who have completed the scheme.</p>

<p>"Perhaps because it is a new scheme, people have misunderstood it, but we have been discussing this with everyone, including ex-servicemen," Reuters quoted Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at a conference on Saturday.</p>

<p>According to the navy chief, the protests are a result of misinformation about the new system.</p>

<p>Admiral R. Hari Kumar told ANI in a statement, "I didn't anticipate any protests like this. It is the single biggest human resource management transformation that has ever happened in the Indian military."</p>

<p>The scheme does not apply to women in combat roles, and there are no plans presently to change this.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/agnipath-indian-military-recruitment-scheme-sparks-protests-trains-burnt-infra-vandalised-488991">Agnipath: Indian military recruitment scheme sparks protests; trains burnt, infra vandalised</a></strong></p>

<p>The new scheme called Agnipath or "path of fire" has been introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government with the intention of bringing more people into the military on four-year contracts to reduce the average age of India's 1.38 million-strong armed forces.</p>

<p>Lieutenant General Anil Puri told NDTV news channel that the plan was aimed at making the military more modern and effective.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/agneepath-scheme-protest-indian-government-introduces-four-big-changes-in-recruitment-process-489424">Agneepath scheme protest: Indian government introduces four big changes in recruitment process</a></strong></p>

<p>The scheme will retain 25% of the recruited soldiers after four years of service, and the rest are said to get priority for other jobs, such as with the state police.</p>

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On Saturday, several protesters in the northeastern state of Bihar ransacked offices and damaged public property in a railway station in order to express their outrage over a new military recruitment plan with a demand from the government to reverse course, reported Reuters.

On Saturday, several protesters in the northeastern state of Bihar ransacked offices and damaged public property in a railway station in order to express their outrage over a new military recruitment plan with a demand from the government to reverse course, reported Reuters. Thousands of protesters attacked and damaged train coaches, burned tyres, and clashed with the officials at the railway station. Considering the unrest, the authorities cancelled close to 360 trains. A senior police official, Sanjay Singh, who oversees law and order in the state, told Reuters that nearly 12 protesters were arrested and at least four policemen injured in the attack. "Around 2,000 to 2,500 people entered the Masaurhi railway station and attacked the forces," he added. The Police have totally arrested at least 250 people in the neighbouring state of Uttar Pradesh as a preventive measure, and there has been one death during the protest this week. Some people have accused the police of using excessive force. On Saturday, the government announced concessions for those who will serve under the scheme in order to control the protests and outrage. The federal home ministry announced that it would reserve 10 per cent of vacancies in the paramilitary forces and Assam Rifles, which is a unit in the Indian army, for those who have passed out of the army after the four years mandated in the scheme. Watch | Gravitas: Indian youth protest Agnipath recruitment scheme The defence ministry also declared that it would reserve 10% of its vacancies for those who have completed the scheme. "Perhaps because it is a new scheme, people have misunderstood it, but we have been discussing this with everyone, including ex-servicemen," Reuters quoted Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at a conference on Saturday. According to the navy chief, the protests are a result of misinformation about the new system. Admiral R. Hari Kumar told ANI in a statement, "I didn't anticipate any protests like this. It is the single biggest human resource management transformation that has ever happened in the Indian military." The scheme does not apply to women in combat roles, and there are no plans presently to change this. Also read | Agnipath: Indian military recruitment scheme sparks protests; trains burnt, infra vandalised The new scheme called Agnipath or "path of fire" has been introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government with the intention of bringing more people into the military on four-year contracts to reduce the average age of India's 1.38 million-strong armed forces. Lieutenant General Anil Puri told NDTV news channel that the plan was aimed at making the military more modern and effective. Also read | Agneepath scheme protest: Indian government introduces four big changes in recruitment process The scheme will retain 25% of the recruited soldiers after four years of service, and the rest are said to get priority for other jobs, such as with the state police. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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After facing a backlash over its newly launched military recruitment scheme 'Agnipath', the Indian government has decided to raise the upper age to 23 for one year.

Indian government reacts to backlash over Agnipath as it raises the upper age to 23 for one year

India unveiled the “Agnipath” scheme which aims to transform the armed forces. This transformative initiative will provide a youthful profile to the armed forces. Let's have a look at the basic details.

Agnipath: India revamps military recruitment - Know eligibility, service & other details

<p>Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan on Saturday took a pot-shot at the military establishment asking them why they did not defend the country against the "conspiracy" that was hatched to topple his government.Addressing a big rally at Government Technical College Wari`s ground in Upper Dir, Khan referred to them as "neutrals" and claimed that a US-backed regime change was the reason his government was ousted. He has called for sacking US Assistant Secretary of State for Central and South Asia, Donald Lu, reported Dawn.</p>

<p>"We ask the neutrals ... when your work is to defend the country and it was discovered that this cipher had come and Donald Lu told our ambassador to oust Imran Khan ... when the National Security Committee said interference happened and issued a demarche to the US, was it not the work of those whose job it is to defend the country to stop this conspiracy instead of being neutral?" he said.</p>

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<p>He also came down hard on the coalition government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, saying record inflation had proved that he is unable to govern.</p>

<p>"Why did you take part in the conspiracy if you were not capable of running the government," the ousted PM asked, addressing PM Sharif.</p>

<p>The former PM Khan in his speech on Saturday said IMF had asked him too to increase the prices of petroleum products by Rs 10 per liter but he had turned down their demand and decreased the prices by Rs 10 instead, reported Dawn.</p>

<p>He said that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) while claiming Shehbaz Sharif to be an efficient person mentioned his habit of getting up early in the morning as evidence of this claim. But, Khan pointed out, that the country`s economy had nosedived since this "imported" government took over and sarcastically asked whether "Showbaz" Sharif worked so hard to achieve this goal. He said his (Shehbaz`s) performance was only seen in advertisements, not on the ground.</p>

<p>Khan reiterated that fair and transparent elections were the "only way out" of the crises the country was facing, reported Dawn.</p>

<p>"We will never accept this corrupt and `imported` government," Khan declared, adding the government was increasing the prices of fuel and electricity on the IMF dictation. He said since he was not ready to accept the slavery of America that`s why his government was toppled.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/shehbaz-govt-accuses-imran-khan-wife-bushra-her-friend-of-making-billions-during-pti-tenure-485643"><strong>Shehbaz govt accuses Imran Khan, wife Bushra, her friend of making billions during PTI tenure</strong></a></p>

<p>Khan said his government had tried not to put an additional burden on the common man in the shape of increased taxes and price hikes but the present government was doing so to appease its American masters.</p>

<p>Referring to the recent Moody`s report, he said the national economy had attained negativity during the past few weeks. While during the PTI government, he added, the economy was booming.</p>

<p>The PTI chief asked the party workers to be prepared for the general elections and get united against the rulers.</p>

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Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan on Saturday took a pot-shot at the military establishment asking them why they did not defend the country against the "conspiracy" that was hatched to topple his government.

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan on Saturday took a pot-shot at the military establishment asking them why they did not defend the country against the "conspiracy" that was hatched to topple his government.Addressing a big rally at Government Technical College Wari`s ground in Upper Dir, Khan referred to them as "neutrals" and claimed that a US-backed regime change was the reason his government was ousted. He has called for sacking US Assistant Secretary of State for Central and South Asia, Donald Lu, reported Dawn. "We ask the neutrals ... when your work is to defend the country and it was discovered that this cipher had come and Donald Lu told our ambassador to oust Imran Khan ... when the National Security Committee said interference happened and issued a demarche to the US, was it not the work of those whose job it is to defend the country to stop this conspiracy instead of being neutral?" he said. Also read | Pakistani politician ready for 'suicide attacks': Imran Khan’s aide threatens Shehbaz Sharif He also came down hard on the coalition government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, saying record inflation had proved that he is unable to govern. "Why did you take part in the conspiracy if you were not capable of running the government," the ousted PM asked, addressing PM Sharif. The former PM Khan in his speech on Saturday said IMF had asked him too to increase the prices of petroleum products by Rs 10 per liter but he had turned down their demand and decreased the prices by Rs 10 instead, reported Dawn. He said that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) while claiming Shehbaz Sharif to be an efficient person mentioned his habit of getting up early in the morning as evidence of this claim. But, Khan pointed out, that the country`s economy had nosedived since this "imported" government took over and sarcastically asked whether "Showbaz" Sharif worked so hard to achieve this goal. He said his (Shehbaz`s) performance was only seen in advertisements, not on the ground. Khan reiterated that fair and transparent elections were the "only way out" of the crises the country was facing, reported Dawn. "We will never accept this corrupt and `imported` government," Khan declared, adding the government was increasing the prices of fuel and electricity on the IMF dictation. He said since he was not ready to accept the slavery of America that`s why his government was toppled. Also read | Shehbaz govt accuses Imran Khan, wife Bushra, her friend of making billions during PTI tenure Khan said his government had tried not to put an additional burden on the common man in the shape of increased taxes and price hikes but the present government was doing so to appease its American masters. Referring to the recent Moody`s report, he said the national economy had attained negativity during the past few weeks. While during the PTI government, he added, the economy was booming. The PTI chief asked the party workers to be prepared for the general elections and get united against the rulers. He also asked the Election Commission of Pakistan to remain impartial as people would never trust it if it showed any partiality. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Russia has abolished the upper age limit for military service in the country. The new law eliminated the age limit for both Russian citizens and foreigners of working age.

Russia scraps upper age limit for military recruits

<p>Hundreds of&nbsp;Lithuanians&nbsp;are&nbsp;clubbing&nbsp;together&nbsp;to&nbsp;buy&nbsp;an advanced military&nbsp;drone&nbsp;for&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;in its war against Russia, in a show of solidarity with a fellow country formerly under Moscow's rule.</p>

<p>Some 3 million euros ($3.2 million) have been raised in just three days - out of the 5 million euros needed - largely in small amounts, according to Laisves TV, a Lithuanian internet broadcaster that launched the drive.</p>

<p>"Before this war started, none of us thought that we would be&nbsp;buying guns. But it's a normal thing now. Something must be done for the world to get better," said Agne Belickaite, 32, who sent 100 euros as soon as the fundraising launched on Wednesday.</p>

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<p>"I've been donating to&nbsp;buy&nbsp;guns for&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;for a while now. And will do so until the victory," she told Reuters, adding she was motivated in part by fears Russia could attack Lithuania.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;drone&nbsp;has proven effective in recent years against Russian forces and their allies in conflicts in Syria and Libya, and its purchase is being orchestrated by Lithuania's Ministry of Defence, which told Reuters it planned to sign a letter of intent to&nbsp;buy&nbsp;the craft from Turkey next week.</p>

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<p>Ukraine&nbsp;has bought more than 20 Bayraktar TB2 armed&nbsp;drones from Turkish company Baykar in recent years and ordered a further 16 on Jan. 27. That batch was delivered in early March.</p>

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<p>"This is the first case in history when ordinary people raise money to&nbsp;buy&nbsp;something like a Bayraktar. It is unprecedented, it is unbelievable," Beshta Petro,&nbsp;Ukraine's ambassador to Lithuania, told Laisves TV.</p>

<p>Most of the heavy weapons that NATO countries have sent to&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;so far are Soviet-built arms still in the inventories of eastern European NATO member states, but some have recently started to supply Western howitzers.</p>

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Hundreds of Lithuanians are clubbing together to buy an advanced military drone for Ukraine in its war against Russia, in a show of solidarity with a fellow country formerly under Moscow's rule.

Hundreds of Lithuanians are clubbing together to buy an advanced military drone for Ukraine in its war against Russia, in a show of solidarity with a fellow country formerly under Moscow's rule. Some 3 million euros ($3.2 million) have been raised in just three days - out of the 5 million euros needed - largely in small amounts, according to Laisves TV, a Lithuanian internet broadcaster that launched the drive. "Before this war started, none of us thought that we would be buying guns. But it's a normal thing now. Something must be done for the world to get better," said Agne Belickaite, 32, who sent 100 euros as soon as the fundraising launched on Wednesday. Also read | Ukrainian troops may retreat from Luhansk, says region's governor "I've been donating to buy guns for Ukraine for a while now. And will do so until the victory," she told Reuters, adding she was motivated in part by fears Russia could attack Lithuania. The drone has proven effective in recent years against Russian forces and their allies in conflicts in Syria and Libya, and its purchase is being orchestrated by Lithuania's Ministry of Defence, which told Reuters it planned to sign a letter of intent to buy the craft from Turkey next week. Watch | Russia-Ukraine Crisis: 9 killed, dozens injured in fresh shelling in Kharkiv Ukraine has bought more than 20 Bayraktar TB2 armed drones from Turkish company Baykar in recent years and ordered a further 16 on Jan. 27. That batch was delivered in early March. Also read | Ukrainian officials say Russia-backed forces captured strategic town Lyman "This is the first case in history when ordinary people raise money to buy something like a Bayraktar. It is unprecedented, it is unbelievable," Beshta Petro, Ukraine's ambassador to Lithuania, told Laisves TV. Most of the heavy weapons that NATO countries have sent to Ukraine so far are Soviet-built arms still in the inventories of eastern European NATO member states, but some have recently started to supply Western howitzers. "While governments of the world's largest countries are endlessly deliberating ... Lithuanian society simply comes together and, you know, is about to fundraise 5 million euros and buy the drone - which is an impressive message to the world," said Belickaite. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Russia said on Monday that the West should not have any "illusions" that the Kremlin will simply accept the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Nordic expansion (NATO). This comes a day after Russia's neighbours Finland and Sweden announced that they will submit formal NATO membership bids.</p>

<p>President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday that Russia has no objections to Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but that the construction of military equipment on their soil would need a response from Moscow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin, addressing at a summit of the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Moscow, said NATO's expansion was a concern for Russia, and that the country needed to pay close attention to the US-led military alliance's efforts to expand its global influence.</p>

<p>Since the last day of 1999, Vladimir Putin, Russia's supreme leader, has repeatedly highlighted NATO's post-Soviet enlargement eastwards into Russia's borders as a rationale for the invasion of Ukraine.</p>

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<p>The battle, on the other hand, has sparked one of the most significant transformations in Europe's security architecture in decades: Sweden and Finland, which share a 1,300-kilometer (800-mile) border with Russia, joining the military alliance.</p>

<p>"They should have no illusions that we will simply put up with it - and nor should Brussels, Washington and other NATO capitals," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov was quoted as saying by the state RIA news agency.</p>

<p>"The general level of military tension will rise, predictability in this sphere will decrease. It is a shame that common sense is being sacrificed to some phantom provision about what should be done in this unfolding situation," Ryabkov said.</p>

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<p>Ryabkov, who oversaw talks with the US on a fatal Russian proposal to limit NATO's eastward expansion, said Helsinki and Stockholm's choice to join the alliance was a mistake.</p>

<p>Russia has given few hints as to what it would do in reaction to NATO's Nordic enlargement, stating only that a "military-technical retaliation" will be taken.</p>

<p>Last month, one of Putin's closest allies stated that if Finland and Sweden joined NATO, Russia may place nuclear weapons and hypersonic missiles in the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.</p>

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Russia said on Monday that the West should not have any "illusions" that the Kremlin will simply accept the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Nordic expansion (NATO).

Russia said on Monday that the West should not have any "illusions" that the Kremlin will simply accept the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Nordic expansion (NATO). This comes a day after Russia's neighbours Finland and Sweden announced that they will submit formal NATO membership bids. President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday that Russia has no objections to Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but that the construction of military equipment on their soil would need a response from Moscow. Putin, addressing at a summit of the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Moscow, said NATO's expansion was a concern for Russia, and that the country needed to pay close attention to the US-led military alliance's efforts to expand its global influence. Since the last day of 1999, Vladimir Putin, Russia's supreme leader, has repeatedly highlighted NATO's post-Soviet enlargement eastwards into Russia's borders as a rationale for the invasion of Ukraine. NATO, founded in 1949 to provide European security against the Soviet Union, ultimately outguns Russia in almost every military measure apart from nuclear weapons, though the backbone of the alliance's military power is the United States - whose forces are mostly deployed far from Europe. × The battle, on the other hand, has sparked one of the most significant transformations in Europe's security architecture in decades: Sweden and Finland, which share a 1,300-kilometer (800-mile) border with Russia, joining the military alliance. "They should have no illusions that we will simply put up with it - and nor should Brussels, Washington and other NATO capitals," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov was quoted as saying by the state RIA news agency. "The general level of military tension will rise, predictability in this sphere will decrease. It is a shame that common sense is being sacrificed to some phantom provision about what should be done in this unfolding situation," Ryabkov said. Watch | WION Global Summit 2022: Russian invasion of Ukraine impacts all, why are peace dialogues not efficient? Ryabkov, who oversaw talks with the US on a fatal Russian proposal to limit NATO's eastward expansion, said Helsinki and Stockholm's choice to join the alliance was a mistake. Russia has given few hints as to what it would do in reaction to NATO's Nordic enlargement, stating only that a "military-technical retaliation" will be taken. Last month, one of Putin's closest allies stated that if Finland and Sweden joined NATO, Russia may place nuclear weapons and hypersonic missiles in the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The Donbas region has been the target for the Russian military in the last few days and Ukraine made it clear on Monday that they are prepared for an increase in attacks in the eastern part of the region. The Ukrainian military have made some progress in Kharkiv, according to Kyiv, and they are looking to continue their resistance in the eastern Donbas region. Donbas has been a key target for the Russian forces since the start of the invasion, but Ukraine have kept them at&nbsp;bay till now.</p>

<p>"We are preparing for new attempts by Russia to attack in Donbas, to somehow intensify its movement in the south of Ukraine," President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address.</p>

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<p>"The occupiers still do not want to admit that they are in a dead-end and their so-called 'special operation' has already gone bankrupt," he added according to AFP.</p>

<p>According to Kyiv, the Russian military is looking to launch an attack on Donbas after facing heavy losses in Kharkiv and interior ministry adviser Vadim Denisenko went on to say that the Ukrainian forces have made so much progress in Kharkiv that they are currently near the Russian border.</p>

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<p>The Russian military also suffered setbacks in their match towards Severodonetsk, the easternmost city under Ukraine’s control, as the Ukrainian army blew up the railway bridges leading to the city.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Russia has claimed that they have destroyed four artillery munitions depots in Donetsk. The Russian defence ministry claimed in their statement that they have also destroyed 15 Ukrainian drones and two missile-launching systems in the Donetsk and Lugansk regions.</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. The Donbas region has been the target for the Russian military in the last few days and Ukraine made it clear on Monday that they are prepared for an increase in attacks in the eastern part of the region. The Ukrainian military have made some progress in Kharkiv, according to Kyiv, and they are looking to continue their resistance in the eastern Donbas region. Donbas has been a key target for the Russian forces since the start of the invasion, but Ukraine have kept them at bay till now. "We are preparing for new attempts by Russia to attack in Donbas, to somehow intensify its movement in the south of Ukraine," President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address. Also read | Sweden's ruling party backs NATO membership "The occupiers still do not want to admit that they are in a dead-end and their so-called 'special operation' has already gone bankrupt," he added according to AFP. According to Kyiv, the Russian military is looking to launch an attack on Donbas after facing heavy losses in Kharkiv and interior ministry adviser Vadim Denisenko went on to say that the Ukrainian forces have made so much progress in Kharkiv that they are currently near the Russian border. Also read | 'War inflicts more wounds on mankind': Iran's ex-prez at WION Global Summit The Russian military also suffered setbacks in their match towards Severodonetsk, the easternmost city under Ukraine’s control, as the Ukrainian army blew up the railway bridges leading to the city. On the other hand, Russia has claimed that they have destroyed four artillery munitions depots in Donetsk. The Russian defence ministry claimed in their statement that they have also destroyed 15 Ukrainian drones and two missile-launching systems in the Donetsk and Lugansk regions. (With agency inputs)

Ukraine prepares for Russian military push in Donbas region amid ongoing crisis

The head of Guinea's military government has announced the country will return to civilian rule after a 39-month or three years transition period.

Guinea leader proposes 3-year transition back to civilian rule

<p>A short-range ballistic missile has been launched by North Korea on Saturday, South Korean military said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes as the South Korean president-elect Yoon Suk-yeol is going to take office in just three days. He has vowed to take a hard stand against the North. &nbsp;</p>

<p>This missile seems to be a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), which was fired into the sea off its east coast around 0507 GMT on Saturday, the South Korean military said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The short-range missile was launched from around Sinpo, where North Korea is known to keep submarines and equipment for test-firing SLBMs, media reports said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The projectile could be a ballistic missile, tweeted Japan's defence ministry. &nbsp;</p>

<p>It fell around 0525 GMT said Japan's Coast Guard, on the basis of information from Japan's Ministry of Defense. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Shortages in North Korea's isolated economy, global problems may exacerbate</strong></p>

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<p>The projectile seems to have landed outside exclusive economic zone of Japan, said Japanese public broadcaster NHK, citing government sources. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On Wednesday, a suspected ballistic missile was launched by North Korea, media reports said citing South Korean and Japanese officials. The missile was 14th round of weapons fired by the North. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a brief statement, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the launch was made off North's eastern coast. North Korea has fired another possible ballistic missile, Japan's Defence Ministry said without giving another detail.</p>

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A short-range ballistic missile has been launched by North Korea on Saturday, South Korean military said. This comes as the South Korean president-elect Yoon Suk-yeol is going to take office in just three days.

A short-range ballistic missile has been launched by North Korea on Saturday, South Korean military said. This comes as the South Korean president-elect Yoon Suk-yeol is going to take office in just three days. He has vowed to take a hard stand against the North. This missile seems to be a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), which was fired into the sea off its east coast around 0507 GMT on Saturday, the South Korean military said. Also Read: North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile off eastern coast, say South Korean and Japanese officials The short-range missile was launched from around Sinpo, where North Korea is known to keep submarines and equipment for test-firing SLBMs, media reports said. The projectile could be a ballistic missile, tweeted Japan's defence ministry. It fell around 0525 GMT said Japan's Coast Guard, on the basis of information from Japan's Ministry of Defense. Watch: Shortages in North Korea's isolated economy, global problems may exacerbate × The projectile seems to have landed outside exclusive economic zone of Japan, said Japanese public broadcaster NHK, citing government sources. On Wednesday, a suspected ballistic missile was launched by North Korea, media reports said citing South Korean and Japanese officials. The missile was 14th round of weapons fired by the North. In a brief statement, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the launch was made off North's eastern coast. North Korea has fired another possible ballistic missile, Japan's Defence Ministry said without giving another detail. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Former prime minister (PM) Imran Khan seems to be in no mood to accept defeat. The leader is instead looking to wage a war against the "imported government". &nbsp;</p>

<p>Khan is asking to hold the elections early or else his supporters will reach the capital in a bid to overthrow current PM Shehbaz Sharif government. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The leader seems to have given an indirect warning to military establishment of the Pakistan, media reports said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>While giving the ultimatum in an hour-long speech during a rally, he has also asked to rectify their “mistake” of ousting him. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Thursday night, former PM addressed supporters of his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in rally at Minar-i-Pakistan in Lahore. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>While praising India again, Khan said, "Hindustan's foreign policy is for its people. How come our foreign policy can be for others." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>He targetted the new coalition government and those who helped them come to power. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a veiled reference to the military, the leader, said, "Those who had committed this mistake of ousting my government should rectify it by holding fresh elections without any delay." &nbsp;</p>

<p>"Wait for my call when I will invite you to Islamabad. I am not giving a call just to the PTI but all Pakistanis. I want to make it clear that I don't want confrontation. The actual party has just begun, our campaign will intensify [...] wait for my call. I don't want anything else except early elections," he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The leader thanked the people of Lahore for thronging the rally in large numbers. &nbsp;</p>

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Former prime minister (PM) Imran Khan seems to be in no mood to accept defeat. The leader is instead looking to wage a war against the "imported government". Khan is asking to hold the elections early or else his supporters will reach the capital in a bid to overthrow current PM Shehbaz Sharif government.

Former prime minister (PM) Imran Khan seems to be in no mood to accept defeat. The leader is instead looking to wage a war against the "imported government". Khan is asking to hold the elections early or else his supporters will reach the capital in a bid to overthrow current PM Shehbaz Sharif government. The leader seems to have given an indirect warning to military establishment of the Pakistan, media reports said. Also Read: Imran Khan spent USD 5 million on helicopter rides to home, alleges minister While giving the ultimatum in an hour-long speech during a rally, he has also asked to rectify their “mistake” of ousting him. On Thursday night, former PM addressed supporters of his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in rally at Minar-i-Pakistan in Lahore. While praising India again, Khan said, "Hindustan's foreign policy is for its people. How come our foreign policy can be for others." He targetted the new coalition government and those who helped them come to power. Watch: Pakistan Political drama: Shehbaz Sharif vs Imran Khan over foreign gifts × In a veiled reference to the military, the leader, said, "Those who had committed this mistake of ousting my government should rectify it by holding fresh elections without any delay." "Wait for my call when I will invite you to Islamabad. I am not giving a call just to the PTI but all Pakistanis. I want to make it clear that I don't want confrontation. The actual party has just begun, our campaign will intensify [...] wait for my call. I don't want anything else except early elections," he said. The leader thanked the people of Lahore for thronging the rally in large numbers. (With inputs from agencies)

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US President Joe Biden is all set to meet top military leaders at annual dinner with US military chiefs. Meanwhile, Biden is expected to announce Ukraine aid package soon.

US President Joe Biden to meet top military leaders at annual dinner with US military chiefs

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