Category : Defence Security


Benin government says coup attempt 'foiled'

Benin's government says armed forces have foiled a coup attempt after soldiers appeared on national TV claiming power. Gunfire heard in Cotonou. Follow the latest developments.

China-Japan Radar Lock Incident Over Okinawa

Japan alleges a Chinese fighter jet locked its fire-control radar on Japanese F-15s in a major escalation. Read the full details of the dangerous encounter and rising tensions.

Exclusive inside Ukraine's secret underground military base

Sky News gains rare access to a top-secret subterranean base in Donbas as Ukrainian forces prepare to move. Lieutenant Colonel Lemko details the brutal fight against Russia's 'advantage in numbers' and warns Europe of hybrid war. Read the full report.

Sudan drone strike kills 50 at nursery

At least 50 people, including 33 children, killed in a paramilitary drone attack on a nursery in South Kordofan. Humanitarian groups report further strikes on paramedics and civilians.

Rightwing Takeover of Pentagon Press Corps

Traditional journalists have surrendered their Pentagon press passes, replaced by rightwing pundits who agreed to strict new reporting rules. Explore the implications for US defence scrutiny.

11 killed in South African hostel shooting

At least 11 people, including a three-year-old child, were killed in a brutal attack on a hostel in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects linked to violence at illegal bars.

Chernobyl shelter damaged, can't block radiation

The protective shelter at Chernobyl has lost its ability to contain radioactive material after a Russian drone attack, the UN's nuclear watchdog confirms. Read the latest on the safety crisis.

Germany Passes Controversial Military Service Law

Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.

Germany brings back voluntary military service

Germany has approved a voluntary conscription model, sending forms to young men from January 2025. This move aims to bolster its military amid rising European security concerns. Read the full analysis.

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