Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 5, 2025.
MIL-OSI Russia: Marat Khusnullin: Traffic has been launched on four-lane sections of the M-9 “Baltia” highway from Moscow to the Rzhev Memorial
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. The section of the highway from Moscow to the Rzhev Memorial to the Soviet Soldier has been expanded May 3, 2025 The section of the highway from Moscow to the Rzhev Memorial to the […]
MIL-OSI Video: Coast Guard Aviation Did What?
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements) ————— @U.S.CoastGuardAncient Albatross Award honorees talk about the importance of Coast Guard aviation crews and their critical role at Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City, N.C. #DYK the Coast Guard Ancient Albatross Award was instituted in 1966 and honors active-duty aviators, both officers and enlisted personnel, who […]
MIL-OSI Video: Own the night!
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 Video: True American Hero – Army Capt. Daniel Ken Inouye
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements) @usarmy Capt. Daniel Inouye’s military and public service lasted more than half a century. During a #WWII battle in Italy, amidst heavy fire, Inouye led his platoon with unmatched bravery, taking out an enemy position and refusing to evacuate despite being severely wounded. For his courage and […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s the difference between the XM7 and the XM4?
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 Asia-Pac: Strengthening India-Belgium Partnership: Shri Piyush Goyal Meets Belgian Minister of Foreign Trade Mr. Theo Francken and Minister-President of Flanders Mr. Matthias Diependaele
Source: Government of India Posted On: 04 MAY 2025 7:55PM by PIB Delhi Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, held a productive meeting in Brussels on 2nd May 2025 with Belgian Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade Mr. Theo Francken and Minister-President of the Flanders region Mr. Matthias Diependaele to strengthen the […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Raksha Mantri to hold bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart in New Delhi
Source: Government of India Posted On: 04 MAY 2025 5:11PM by PIB Delhi Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will hold a bilateral meeting with Japan’s Minister of Defense Mr Gen Nakatani in New Delhi on May 05, 2025. Both sides will exchange views and ideas on the current regional & international security situation and discuss […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: ACT welcomes tangible investment in Defence Force capability
Source: ACT Party Welcoming the Government’s decision to replace the Defence Force’s ageing maritime helicopters, ACT Leader David Seymour says: “At a time of growing global uncertainty, it’s great to see tangible investment in our national security. ACT has long campaigned for a serious commitment to defence, and now, with ACT in Government, that’s becoming […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: New helicopters a commitment to global security
Source: New Zealand Government The Defence Force’s ageing maritime helicopters will be replaced to increase the defensive and offensive capability and surveillance range of New Zealand’s frigates, Defence Minister Judith Collins announced today.“The replacement of the Seasprite helicopters will also extend the Navy’s ability to support non-combat tasks such as humanitarian assistance and disaster relief,” […]
MIL-OSI China: Xi urges all-out search, rescue efforts following boat capsizing in SW China
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, May 4 — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday urged all-out efforts to search those falling into water and treat the injured after two boats capsized in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. The tourist boats capsized on a river in a tourist attraction in Qianxi City, […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Opening date set for Thornlie-Cockburn Link and inner Armadale Line elevated rail stations
Source: Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority The new Thornlie-Cockburn Link will open on Monday, June 9, marking the latest major milestone in METRONET’s transformation of Perth. Perth’s first east-west cross line connection includes two new stations at Nicholson Road and Ranford Road, with upgrades to Thornlie, Cockburn Central, as well as Perth Stadium stations – […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Thousands of veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments 3 Press release Thousands of veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network Veterans across the UK will have easier access to essential care and support under a new VALOUR system being announced today, as part of the Government’s commitment to renew the nation’s contract with those […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Royal Canadian Navy Commemorates 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic
Source: Government of Canada News May 4, 2025 – Ottawa, ON – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Today, Canadians and sailors from coast to coast to coast commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic. We pause with solemn reverence to honour the courage and sacrifice of the sailors of the Royal […]