Eight days after the military killed dozens of protesters in a brutal crackdown, protest leaders said they were ready to resume power-sharing talks.
Tag: Defense and Military Forces
As China Looms, Australia’s Military Refocuses on Pacific Neighbors
The Australian military’s role in regional stability is evolving in the face of a rising, powerful China and a United States in seeming retreat from the global stage.
Pakistan’s Tribal Areas Are Still Waiting for Justice as Army Tightens Grip
A year after Pakistan voted to bring the Pashtun tribal areas into the national civilian court system, the army is still the master of justice there, residents say.
Colombia’s Congress Debates Censuring Defense Minister Over Army Kill Orders
Orders to “double the results” of missions against guerrilla and criminal groups sent a chill down the Colombian military’s ranks, and prompted debate in Congress over the defense minister’s future.
Huawei Tells Parliament It’s No Security Threat, Aiming to Avoid a Ban
British lawmakers questioned a Huawei executive on Monday about American allegations that the company poses a risk to national security.
Australian Who Tested Rockets on His Farm for ISIS Gets 9-Year Sentence
Prosecutors said Haisem Zahab sent his findings to the Islamic State through an encrypted messaging app.
Australia: Relaxed, Sunny and Secretive?
Australia has a global reputation for being a sunny, relaxed democracy. But it also has a deep preference for government secrecy.
Sudan Pro-Democracy Groups Vow to Continue Protests After Deadly Crackdown
A heavy military presence in the Sudanese capital appeared to deter demonstrations. Citing this week’s killings, the African Union suspended Sudan from all activities.
Trump Honors D-Day Sacrifices, With Some Legacies Unspoken
While paying tribute to veterans, the president said little about the institutions built after World War II that are fraying under populist movements.
Europe Vows to Spend More on Defense, but U.S. Still Isn’t Happy
Washington says it supports allies’ efforts to increase military funding and capacity, but has complained that the plans cut out American contractors.