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Nigerian Armed Forces Eliminate 224 Terrorists and Liberate 279 Hostages in Recent Campaigns
Nigerian military operations during the second quarter resulted in the neutralization of 224 terrorists, the arrest of 423 suspects, and the rescue of 279 kidnapped victims across various regions of the country.
Military intercepts 675 litres of petrol intended for insurgents in Adamawa
Troops from the 247 Reconnaissance Battalion recovered 675 litres of petrol in Adamawa State after suspected smugglers abandoned the cargo to evade capture.
Israeli Defence Chief Declares Indefinite Military Presence in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza
Defence Minister Israel Katz has confirmed that Israeli military forces will occupy security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza indefinitely to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens.
Air Superiority and Surveillance Facilitated Borno Student Rescue, Says CAS
The Nigerian Air Force credits successful air support and surveillance for the safe rescue of students kidnapped from a Borno secondary school during their exams.
Nigerian Air Force Strike Eliminates Numerous Bandits Near Border
A military airstrike at the Niger-Kaduna-Zamfara border neutralized many bandits who had gathered to plan attacks, destroying over a hundred motorcycles in the process.
Mahdi Shehu Urges Forceful Military Response to Suppress Terrorism
Public affairs commentator Mahdi Shehu has rejected calls for amnesty for terrorists, insisting that superior military firepower is the only way to effectively address the growing threat of insecurity in Nigeria.
Nigerian military saves six kidnap victims in Katsina following militant retreat
Nigerian troops liberated six kidnap victims after terrorists abandoned them during a military operation in Katsina State.
Long-awaited UK defence investment strategy set for Tuesday release
After significant delays and internal government friction, a major UK defence investment plan will be unveiled on Tuesday, focusing on drone technology and modernised maritime capabilities.
Nigeria’s Military Clarifies US Report on Neutralized Jihadists
Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters confirms that the recent US disclosure of 199 neutralized jihadists refers to a joint counter-terrorism operation conducted in May 2026.
Ugandan General Demands Beyonce and Challenges Jay-Z to a Duel
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has sparked controversy by demanding Jay-Z hand over his wife, Beyonce, and challenging the rapper to a fight.