Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: California stands united against chaotic and inflammatory federal takeover of California National Guard Unit
Source: US State of California Governor Jun 8, 2025 In case you missed it, last night, President Trump – disregarding Governor Newsom – federalized California National Guard troops in Los Angeles at a time when there were no unmet law enforcement needs. In fact, local law enforcement efforts successfully de-escalated the situation in Los Angeles […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada officials to hold technical briefing on defence and security priorities
Source: Government of Canada News June 8, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Government of Canada officials will hold a virtual technical briefing for media to provide information and answer questions, under embargo, related to Canada’s defence and security priorities. Date: Monday, June 9, 2025Time: 11:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT Media interested […]
MIL-OSI USA: Quiet Professionals
Source: US State of Wyoming Story and photos by A1C Michael Swingen CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Every day, people flip on a light switch, run hot water, and turn up the A/C without giving it a second thought. Phones charge. Toilets flush. Stormwater drains away. Every day, people drive on smooth, paved roads and work in […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Thailand, Cambodia reach deal on troop redeployment to ease border tensions
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH, June 8 (Xinhua) — Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to redeploy troops to ease tensions after a brief clash earlier in the border area, Thai […]
India’s transformative foreign policy: A decade of strategic diplomacy
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past eleven years, the Narendra Modi-led government has redefined India’s foreign policy, transitioning from a reactive to a proactive and assertive global stance. Guided by the principles of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas,” India’s diplomacy has become more inclusive, development-focused, […]
MIL-OSI Australia: TV interview Andrew Clennell, Sky News
Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies Andrew Clennell: Joining me live now is the Trade Minister, Don Farrell. Don Farrell, thanks for your time. Well, let’s talk about this first meeting with Donald Trump the PM is scheduled to have this week. Do you expect the meeting to occur and what do you expect to happen? […]
Colombia’s potential presidential contender Miguel Uribe shot, suspect arrested
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, as his wife said he was fighting for his life in hospital. The 39-year-old senator, who was shot during a campaign event as part of […]
MIL-OSI China: Remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang cremated
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The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday.
Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) — The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday. Xi Jinping, along with other Party and state leaders including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi, bid […]
Nari Shakti: A decade of women’s empowerment under Modi government
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has witnessed a transformative shift in women’s empowerment, redefining their role from passive beneficiaries to active nation-builders. With women and children comprising 67.7% of India’s population, the Modi government has made Nari […]
MIL-OSI Video: Coca Cola 600 Wrap Up
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements) ————— The #CocaCola600 wasn’t just a race; it was about showcasing the strength, precision, and dedication of our U.S. military and honoring our fallen. From flyovers to enlistment ceremonies, the DOD was proud to be part of @NASCAR’s Memorial Day weekend tradition, honoring those who serve and […]
MIL-OSI Video: The future of special operations aviation is here.
Source: US Army (video statements) About the U.S. Army: The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force. Interested in joining the U.S. Army? […]
MIL-OSI China: Colombian presidential candidate in critical condition after being shot
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Colombian senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, who is running for the presidency in 2026, was shot and seriously wounded at a campaign rally in Bogota on Saturday, local authorities said. Uribe Turbay was addressing a group of people when armed assailants shot him from behind, said Democratic […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions
Source: US Whitehouse MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY SUBJECT: Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions Numerous incidents of violence and disorder have recently occurred and threaten to continue in response to the enforcement of Federal law by […]