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nbcnews.comworld7 hrs ago
Iran Tracked U.S. Military Phones Across Middle East Using SS7 Protocol
@MarioNawfal reported new data showing Iran obtained location information on phones used by U.S. personnel. The activity involved signals in Gulf networks including Bahrain beginning in February.
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pewresearch.orgtechnology1 day ago
Iran used SS7 protocol flaws to locate U.S. military personnel, report says
Iran exploited known vulnerabilities in global cellphone networks to track and strike U.S. military personnel in Iraq, Bahrain, and other Middle East locations before and during the Iran War, according to Financial Times reporting.
winnipegfreepress.comworld1 day ago
U.S. wildfire activity rises in July as managers shift crews to high-risk zones
More than 2,000 fires have started since July 1. National preparedness level reached 4, with 16 incident teams overseeing nearly 17,000 personnel across more than a dozen states.
jns.orgpolitics1 day ago
Saudi Arabia Strikes Houthi Targets in Yemen Following Reported Iranian Aircraft Activity
Saudi Arabia conducted strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen following concerns over Iranian aircraft allegedly transporting weapons and military personnel. Houthi forces responded with missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia. President Trump expressed support for Saudi Crown Prin…
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en.globes.co.ilpolitics2 days ago
Shin Bet Opens Investigation Into Alleged Wartime Intelligence Leak
The Israel Security Agency has begun an internal probe after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed it to examine how details about the start date of Operation Roaring Lion reached an unnamed media outlet. The agency determined that questioning would be limited to defense per…
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Al-Monitorworld2 days agoUpdated
U.S. Representative Ro Khanna briefly stopped by civilians and released after Israeli forces cleared West Bank road
Democratic Representative Ro Khanna said Israeli settlers held his group for 75 to 90 minutes near Zanuta on July 10. Settlers blocked the van and displayed rifles while military personnel arrived at the scene.
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Al Jazeeraworld5 days agoUpdated
Fire at Shoe Factory in Jinjiang Kills at Least 28, Over 200 Evacuated
A blaze at the Huiteng Footwear factory in southeastern China killed at least 28 people on Thursday. More than 500 rescue personnel responded after the fire broke out around noon local time.
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nypost.compolitics6 days ago
Arizona Supreme Court Ends Appeals Stay, Orders Return of Recorder’s IT Staff Under New Protocol
The Arizona Supreme Court on Tuesday dissolved a stay on an April ruling that ordered the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors to return election personnel and systems to Recorder Justin Heap. The decision accepts an interim protocol for upcoming primary elections.
axios.comsports7 days ago
Washington Commanders hire Demitrius Washington as senior personnel executive
The team added Demitrius Washington to its front office as a senior personnel executive. He replaces Scott Fitterer, who departed for Athletes First. Washington previously worked with the team's general manager in San Francisco and spent four years with the Vikings.
forbes.compolitics7 days ago
Army Sets Waist-to-Height Ratio Standard for Soldiers
The U.S. Army introduced a waist-to-height ratio requirement of 0.55 or lower for all soldiers. Non-compliant personnel will receive nutrition counseling through an existing body composition program.
jpost.comworld8 days ago
Israeli High Court Reviews Petition on Detained Gazan Doctors
Israel's Supreme Court is weighing a petition to release several Gazan medical personnel held in custody. The case centers on doctors captured during operations in Gaza and still held without formal charges.
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news.sky.comworld9 days ago
Police Increase Security at Utah Courthouse Ahead of Hearing
Multiple law enforcement agencies deployed personnel outside the Fourth District Courthouse in Provo, Utah. The presence coincides with a scheduled preliminary hearing for a defendant in a murder case.
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Fox Newspolitics10 days ago
U.S. Law Requires State Department to List Countries Paying Cuba for Medical Missions and Bars Aid After Two Years
Congress passed legislation in February 2026 that directs the State Department to identify nations using Cuban medical personnel. Countries remaining on the list for two consecutive years face loss of U.S. foreign aid and other sanctions. Several Caribbean and Latin American nati…
news.sky.compolitics11 days ago
Royal Navy Tests Nyan One Way Effector Drone Launch from Ship
The Royal Navy launched a pre-programmed Nyan One Way Effector drone from the XV Patrick Blackett off England's south coast. GB News reported the trial involved joint Army and Navy personnel as part of the Defence Investment Plan.
globalnews.caworld12 days ago
Three Provinces Send Firefighters to Help Quebec Battle Wildfires
British Columbia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island are dispatching 101 wildland firefighters to Quebec this week. The reinforcements will support 640 local personnel already fighting 200 active fires, many burning underground.
time.comworld12 days ago
U.S. Marks 250th Anniversary With Heightened Security at July Fourth Events
Federal agencies are deploying radiation-detecting aircraft, drone-control systems, and thousands of personnel for weekend celebrations. The National Mall events have been designated a National Special Security Event.
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dailydot.compolitics12 days ago
Washington Marks America 250 with Fireworks and National Special Security Measures
Cbs News reported that America 250 celebrations in Washington, D.C., will feature a fireworks display expected to draw hundreds of thousands. The events carry the highest security designation with thousands of personnel deployed.
world12 days ago
Wildfires prompt repeated evacuations across western states
Residents in several western states have faced multiple evacuations as fires spread under dry conditions. Firefighters continue to battle more than 50 large blazes with over 9,000 personnel deployed.
algemeiner.compolitics12 days ago
Israel Says It Blew Up Hezbollah Tunnel and Drone Site Near Mosque in South Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces on June 19 revealed and destroyed an Iranian-designed Hezbollah tunnel in Majdal Zoun capable of launching lethal drones. The discovery also highlighted alleged ties between UNIFIL personnel and Hezbollah operations in the area.
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Armed Group Says It Shot U.S. Pilot and Burned Plane in Papua
The West Papua National Liberation Army said it shot down a U.S. pilot and set fire to the civilian aircraft after it landed in Yahukimo. The group alleged the plane had carried Indonesian military personnel. Seven Papuan passengers were also aboard; their condition remains unkno…
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news.sky.comworld13 days ago
EMS Responded to Cardiac Arrest Call at McConnell Residence on June 14
Emergency personnel answered a dispatch call before 9 a.m. on June 14 reporting an unconscious person in cardiac arrest at Sen. Mitch McConnell's address. A spokesperson said the senator was hospitalized and receiving care, and he was described as engaged with Senate business the…
bleedingcool.comsports13 days ago
New York Mets owner discusses 2026 season performance
The owner of the New York Mets appeared on a podcast to address the team's current season. The discussion covered team management and recent personnel decisions.
freepressjournal.inpolitics13 days ago
Vice President Addresses Troops in Virginia Beach
Vice President JD Vance spoke to military personnel on Wednesday and described an internal conflict over whether to include partisan remarks in his remarks.
news.google.compolitics14 days ago
China Trained Russian Soldiers at Military Sites in 2025
A training program for about 200 Russian personnel took place at facilities in Beijing, Nanjing, and Bengbu. The sessions covered radiological, chemical, and biological defense topics and involved at least four generals.
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espn.comworld14 days ago
Woman Meets Georgia First Responders Who Saved Her After Lightning Strike
A woman met the emergency personnel who treated her after she was struck by lightning outside a church in Georgia. The reunion occurred after her recovery from the incident.
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sana.syworld16 days ago
International aid increases for Venezuelan earthquake survivors
Search and rescue operations continue after back-to-back earthquakes struck Venezuela last week. International assistance has expanded as relief organizations coordinate supplies and personnel.
forbes.comworld16 days ago
Remulla Says Student Managers May Become Witnesses Instead of Respondents in Ateneo Drownings Case
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla said student managers and utility personnel may be removed from the list of those facing charges in the June 8 deaths of two Ateneo student-athletes. The PNP CIDG had recommended charges against 11 people under the Anti-Hazing Act.
Fox Newsworld16 days ago
U.S. Military Sends Personnel and Equipment to Venezuela for Earthquake Relief
U.S. Southern Command said military assets are arriving in Venezuela to support relief operations requested by the Venezuelan government. The effort is coordinated with the State Department and described as self-sustaining.
vanguardngr.comworld16 days agoUpdated
British and Israeli Teams Join Venezuela Earthquake Rescue
British and Israeli search and rescue teams have arrived in Venezuela to assist recovery after twin earthquakes killed nearly 1,000 people and displaced tens of thousands. A UK Royal Air Force plane carrying 68 personnel, dogs, and drones departed Friday evening.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld17 days ago
Gun battle at Karachi Rangers compound kills six militants and four personnel
Pakistani security forces killed six militants and captured one after foiling an attack on a Sindh Rangers compound in Karachi. Four paramilitary personnel died in the roughly 90-minute clash, the first major terrorist incident in the city since October 2024.
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Al Jazeeraworld18 days ago
Attack on Karachi Rangers Compound Kills Three Soldiers and Four Assailants
Gunmen stormed a paramilitary facility in the eastern district of Karachi on Saturday evening. Pakistani police said three Rangers personnel and four attackers died in the assault.
fantasypros.compolitics18 days ago
Draft Board of Peace resolution proposes legal immunity for members and contractors in Gaza
A four-page draft resolution obtained by The Guardian outlines legal protections for Board of Peace personnel operating in Gaza. The document also seeks access to public property without payment.
thehindu.comworld18 days ago
Turkish Military Aircraft Depart for Venezuela Carrying Search and Rescue Teams
Two Turkish Air Force Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft left for Venezuela with 67 personnel and equipment. The detachment includes teams from multiple Turkish agencies and two search dogs.
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pravdareport.comworld18 days ago
U.S. Military Sends C-17 Jets and Search Teams to Venezuela After Earthquakes
C-17 cargo aircraft have delivered U.S. urban search and rescue personnel and equipment to Venezuela following two major earthquakes. The U.S. Southern Command is coordinating the response with the State Department.
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news.sky.comworld19 days ago
Colombian Rescue Team Departs for Venezuela Carrying Aid
A Colombian urban search-and-rescue team left for earthquake-affected Venezuela on June 26 aboard two military aircraft. The group included personnel from the army, navy, national police and civil defense along with more than 12 tons of supplies. @sentdefender reported the depart…
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France 24world19 days ago
South Korea to Issue Personal Drones to Every Soldier and Train 500,000 Troops
South Korea will equip all soldiers with personal drones, train 500,000 troops, and build more than 100,000 units in three years. France 24 reported the initiative addresses shrinking personnel numbers while countering North Korea.
Euronewsworld19 days ago
France and Italy Resist EU Plan to Bar Russian Combatants While Eleven Other States Seek Tougher Visa Rules
France and Italy have raised legal and technical concerns over a proposed EU ban on current and former Russian military personnel entering the bloc. The measure forms part of the 21st sanctions package targeting Russia over its war in Ukraine.
koreatimes.co.krworld19 days ago
South Korea to train 500,000 troops as drone operators
The defense ministry announced plans to train all authorized military personnel across every branch to operate drones. Officials cited recent conflicts and North Korean capabilities as reasons for the change.
morningstaronline.co.ukworld20 days ago
Study Finds Special Operations Troops Have 18% Higher Cancer Rate but Lower Cancer Death Rate Than Other Service Members
A U.S. Special Operations Command study of health records found elevated cancer rates among special operators compared with conventional forces. The analysis examined more than 231,000 special operations personnel and over 5 million non-special operations service members.
jpost.comworld20 days ago
Former Mossad chief says spies trained in Africa for 2018 Iran nuclear archive operation
Yossi Cohen stated that Mossad personnel conducted training exercises in Africa ahead of the 2018 seizure of Iranian nuclear documents. The operation preceded the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement.
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foxnews.compolitics20 days ago
Acting Intelligence Director Begins Personnel Changes at ODNI
Bill Pulte, also serving as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has started dismissing senior staff at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Questions have been raised about whether he holds legal authority for the role under the statute governing succe…
247wallst.compolitics21 days ago
Representative Charged With Assault After Altercation With Immigration Agents
A member of Congress faces federal charges after an incident involving immigration enforcement personnel. The case carries a potential sentence of up to 17 years despite no reported injuries.
newser.compolitics21 days ago
Acting intelligence chief starts staff reductions at spy-agency office while keeping housing-finance posts
Pulte took the role on June 20 and has moved to reduce personnel at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. He retains leadership of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac while carrying out the changes directed by President Trump.
nypost.comworld23 days agoUpdated
American Airlines Flight from Charlotte Lands in Philadelphia After Passenger Incident
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from Charlotte bit another traveler and tried to fight others as the plane approached Philadelphia on Sunday. The pilot requested emergency personnel meet the aircraft upon landing.
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Syrian officials report organ removals from detainees under prior regime
Syrian officials stated that military personnel and medical staff removed organs from prisoners held during the previous government. The organs were said to have been used for transplants benefiting individuals connected to senior regime figures.
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france24.comtechnology24 days ago
Japan Recruits Over 11,000 for Self-Defense Forces in Fiscal 2025
Recruitment rose 14.9 percent from the prior year while officer candidates increased roughly 35 percent. Japan is also expanding uncrewed systems to offset long-term personnel shortfalls.
nypost.compolitics25 days ago
Russian President Appears in Kazan After Reduced Public Schedule
The Russian president greeted a crowd outside a church in Kazan this week, his first street encounter in nearly a year. Security personnel were recorded referring to the assembled people as extras before the walkabout.
abcnews.go.comai26 days ago
Defense Department reports AI tool use rose to 1.5 million personnel since December 2025
The U.S. Department of Defense said 1.5 million personnel now use commercial AI tools, up from 80,000 in December 2025. Adoption remains below 50 percent of the agency's 3.5 million employees.
koreatimes.co.krworld26 days ago
Seoul court sentences ex-defense minister to three years, less than prosecutors sought, for leaking military secrets
The Seoul Central District Court on June 19, 2026, handed down a three-year prison term after finding Kim guilty of handing over names of more than 40 intelligence personnel to a retired general ahead of the failed December 2024 martial law declaration.
foxnews.compolitics26 days ago
Pentagon Ends Mandatory Flu Shots for Service Members; Over 160 Trainees at Lackland Contract Influenza
The outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base follows the April policy change that made flu vaccination voluntary for active-duty, reserve, and civilian personnel.
Nbc Sportssports27 days ago
Team promotes two personnel executives to assistant general manager
The organization filled two front-office vacancies by elevating Willie Schneider and Matt Berry. Both executives have long tenures with the team and have held multiple scouting and personnel roles.
Washington Examinerpolitics28 days ago
DEI Initiatives Face Ongoing Scrutiny in U.S. Schools
Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have influenced school policies for much of the past decade. Reports describe examples of curriculum content, sports participation rules, and personnel decisions tied to these programs.
theyeshivaworld.comtechnology28 days ago
White House App to Be Installed Automatically on Homeland Security Devices
The Department of Homeland Security will automatically install the White House app on staff work phones. An email notice went out to personnel on June 16 describing the app as a way to access official communications.
The Japan Timespolitics28 days ago
Over Half of Japan National Government Employees Reluctant to Relocate for Work
A December survey by the National Personnel Authority found that more than half of Japan's national government employees do not want to relocate. The agency urged government bodies to review whether customary transfers remain necessary.
Euronewsworld28 days ago
UN reports 58 states and territories contaminated by landmines
The UN recorded 945 deaths and 4,325 injuries from landmines and explosive remnants of war in 2024. At least 58 states and territories remain contaminated by anti-personnel mines.
ESPNsports29 days ago
Vikings Hire Former Bears GM Pace as Adviser
The Minnesota Vikings added Ryan Pace as a football adviser this week. Pace previously served as Chicago Bears general manager from 2015 to 2021 and spent the past four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons personnel department.
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Military.comworld30 days ago
Ecuadorian Fishing Crews Report Drone Strikes and Detention by U.S. Vessels
Two Ecuadorian fishing boats sank in March after crews described drone attacks and hours aboard a vessel whose personnel spoke English. U.S. authorities have denied involvement in the sinkings or any detention of the fishermen.
news18.comworld31 days ago
Indian Air Force Plane Crashes on Landing at Jorhat Base
An Indian Air Force An-32 transport aircraft crashed and caught fire while landing at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam. Five personnel were killed and the co-pilot sustained serious injuries.
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foxnews.comworld31 days ago
Veterans complete 12-week sailing expedition around Britain
A crew of injured and wounded veterans and serving personnel finished a 12-week charity voyage covering 2,000 nautical miles. The expedition supported more than 500 injured veterans and raised funds for the Turn to Starboard charity.
France 24world31 days agoUpdated
G7 Summit Set to Open in Evian-les-Bains
Swiss and French authorities deployed thousands of security personnel and closed most border crossings ahead of the three-day meeting. Demonstrators organized by the No-G7 coalition marched Sunday to oppose the gathering.
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