Mass desertions among Ukrainian soldiers during their training in France have been confirmed by Commander Mykhailo Drakaty, citing issues within the ‘Anna Brigade’ from Kyiv. Of the 4,500 soldiers, approximately 1,700 deserted, many before deployment. There are ongoing investigations into…
The French military reported a few dozen desertions from a Ukrainian brigade it trained before deployment to the front. A Ukrainian commander acknowledged issues within the unit, citing cases of abuse of power and desertions. However, they emphasized that the…
Daniel Duggan, a 56-year-old Australian pilot, has been extradited to the United States for allegedly violating arms trade laws by training Chinese military pilots. Duggan was arrested in 2022 and is accused of receiving $100,000 for illegal training without U.S….
Former North Korean soldiers, who defected to South Korea, share their insights about the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia’s Kursk region during the ongoing war against Ukraine. They highlight the challenging conditions faced by these soldiers, including malnutrition…
For two years, France has been training Ukrainian divers to perform underwater mine clearance. French trainer Jean-Yves Siffointe, part of a specialized unit, has been working to help Ukraine de-mine its rivers and lakes by teaching local divers how to…
The UK is exploring the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine to support their military training efforts, according to Defence Secretary John Healey, who visited Kyiv to discuss additional support measures. This would build on existing training provided within the…
A delegation from the Greek Communist Party (KKE) visited the Military Training Center for Mountain Warfare in Olympus, engaging with the commander and soldiers. The visit included discussions about the unit’s operations and a symbolic gift of books from ‘Sygchroni…
The Dutch Ministry of Defense has identified Lelystad Airport as the preferred location for increasing F-35 training flights, due to minimal noise disturbance for residents. Alongside Lelystad, four additional sites are being considered. The plan entails adding 2,300 sorties annually,…
The U.S. defense ties with the Republic of Cyprus are being strengthened with a new amendment added to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This amendment allows Cyprus to be included in military training programs for Eastern Europe, enabling the…
An amendment to the US National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) adds Cyprus to the list of countries eligible for military training programs, allowing participation in multilateral exercises until 2027. The amendment, introduced by the Senate committee, reflects the growing recognition…
Professor M. Papaefstathiou addressed students at the Military Academy in Trikala, discussing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on military and aviation training. He highlighted how AI technologies, including autonomous vehicles and data analysis, are transforming battlefield tactics and decision-making….
A Turkish army helicopter crashed in the Spartia region of western Turkey, resulting in the deaths of five servicemen on board. The helicopter, which belonged to the Army Aviation School, was conducting a training flight when it went down near…
