How Diplomacy Contributed to the Disbanding of the Armed Turkish Group PKK
A significant announcement made by the PKK on Monday marks the end of its armed struggle, a move stemming from extensive diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving a long-standing Kurdish conflict that has resulted in numerous casualties over the years. Following a decade of silence between the PKK and the government, a shift occurred in October […]
Boys in New Mexico, aged 7 and 9, involved in armed standoff with police: video
The Sheriff’s Office in New Mexico is standing by its choice not to arrest two young boys, aged 7 and 9. A video released recently by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) shows the boys, dressed in Star Wars-themed pajamas, hiding behind a covered air conditioning unit while holding a loaded gun. The almost six-minute […]
Resources, smartphones, and armed groups: the evolution of conflict in DRC
It’s been quite a turbulent week, as a peace agreement is being negotiated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo following three months of intense fighting. I had a conversation with East Africa correspondent Carlos Mureicz about the conflict, its sudden escalation, and the prospects for lasting peace. Long Shadows from the ’90s Back in […]
Ex-Florida sheriff’s deputy taken into custody, suspected of bank armed robbery: ‘Oh, my God! What is happening?’
Former Sheriff’s Aide Arrested for Armed Bank Robbery On Saturday morning, a former aide from a Florida sheriff’s office was apprehended and faced charges related to armed bank robbery. Reports indicate that the incident unfolded at TD Bank on Southeast 17th Avenue around 9:30 a.m. According to police, the suspect, identified as Christina Gates Thagard, […]
Starmer commends the ‘unwavering commitment’ of the armed forces ahead of the VE Day anniversary | VE Day
Celebrating VE Day: A New Initiative for Veterans Keir Starmer recognized the “selfless devotion” of military personnel ahead of the VE Day anniversary, as the government introduced a new £50 million support initiative for veterans. In a letter marking the 80th anniversary since the conclusion of World War II in Europe, the Prime Minister expressed […]
Leading Republican on Senate Armed Services criticizes Trump’s OMB defense budget
The leading Republicans on the Senate Armed Services Committee recently shared their thoughts on President Trump’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) after the White House unveiled its government funding proposal for fiscal year 2026. Senator Roger Wicker expressed his concerns, stating, “President Trump has done well with his peace through strength approach, but it […]
Top House Armed Forces Dem: Waltz confirmation will be an 'in-depth look at Signalgate'
Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) said the Senate's confirmation hearing for Mike Waltz's role as US ambassador will not be underestimated. Waltz, who was moved from the original post as a national security adviser, must respond to the Pentagon leak and address the ongoing use of Signals, a secure online messaging platform where he and President […]
COURTEOUS ROBBER?: Armed robber tells cashier, “Have a good night!” after holding him at gunpoint
COURTEOUS ROBBER?: Armed robber tells cashier, “Have a good night!” after holding him at gunpoint. #foxnews #viralvideo … source
Wild video reveals Weezer bassist’s wife being armed, emerging barefoot from home before being shot by police
Authorities released video footage earlier this month from a police-involved shooting involving author Gillian Lauren, the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Schliner. Footage from the security cameras on April 8 showed 51-year-old armed Lauren appearing barefoot from the couple’s Eagle Rock home, carrying a 9mm gun in her right hand. She surveyed her backyard for […]
Leading Armed Services Democrat: Hegseth Fails the Test for Pentagon Leadership!
Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) stated on Wednesday that he does not believe Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth would effectively “get to work” managing the Pentagon. Smith, a leading Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, expressed his worries in a recent interview after a report emerged indicating that Hegseth had previously disclosed sensitive information regarding […]