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Russia builds massive Arctic military baseMilitary | 207346 hits | 12:47 AM on Wednesday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Moscow builds permanent structure on the 80th parallel in the far north Arctic where 150 soldiers can live autonomously for up to 18 months Argylls honour Nathan Cirillo with sunset ceremony Wednesday
Nearly one year after news of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo’s death gripped the nation, his former unit has planned a sunset ceremony in Hamilton to honour the reservist’s service and support his family. Ceremony to mark death of soldier Patrice Vincent, who was slain in terror attack
Patrice Vincent, a Canadian Forces soldier struck and killed by a jihadist sympathizer in a terror attack, will be honoured on the first anniversary of his death. 
A day before Remembrance Day, more than a dozen Second World War veterans from Ontario will be awarded France’s highest honour.Obama Changes Afghan Strategy, Will Keep 5,500 Troops Past 2016:
The president said last year that he wanted to leaved only about 1,000 troops to provide security for the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
Military | 206919 hits | 12:12 PM on Thursday | posted by N_Fiddledog
The president said last year that he wanted to leaved only about 1,000 troops to provide security for the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.Russia prepares to attack ISIS as Vladimir Putin deploys missile launchers to Syria
The TOS-1A - a multiple barrel rocket launcher mounted on a tank - features thermobaric weapons which can destroy several city blocks in one strike, causing indiscriminate damage.
Military | 207129 hits | 12:24 AM on Thursday | posted by N_Fiddledog
The TOS-1A - a multiple barrel rocket launcher mounted on a tank - features thermobaric weapons which can destroy several city blocks in one strike, causing indiscriminate damage.US Army to test XM25 Counter Defilade Engagement System that hits targets BEHIND cover
The tests, planned for early next year, will monitor the performance of a weapon known as the XM25 Counter Defilade Engagement System.
Military | 207040 hits | 2:22 PM on Wednesday | posted by N_Fiddledog
The tests, planned for early next year, will monitor the performance of a weapon known as the XM25 Counter Defilade Engagement System.Syrian rebels decry Russian airstrikes: 'we have not had Isis here in over a year'
Residents in areas hit by Russian airstrikes describe widespread destruction of civic buildings and housing while Free Syrian Army largely shelters itself
Military | 206888 hits | 12:10 AM on Monday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Residents in areas hit by Russian airstrikes describe widespread destruction of civic buildings and housing while Free Syrian Army largely shelters itselfAttorney: Army officer recommends no jail time for Bergdahl
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — An Army officer is recommending that Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl face a lower-level court martial and be spared the possibility of jail time for leaving his post in Afghanistan, his lawyer said Saturday. Bergdahl was captured by the Taliban af
Military | 206961 hits | 12:11 AM on Sunday | posted by N_Fiddledog
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — An Army officer is recommending that Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl face a lower-level court martial and be spared the possibility of jail time for leaving his post in Afghanistan, his lawyer said Saturday. Bergdahl was captured by the Taliban afRussian jet 'shot down by Turkish forces after it flew into the country's airspace'
It has been claimed by eyewitnesses that there was a large explosion in Huraytan, northern Syria, while three Turkish fighter planes were seen overhead.
Military | 207429 hits | 12:17 PM on Saturday | posted by N_Fiddledog
It has been claimed by eyewitnesses that there was a large explosion in Huraytan, northern Syria, while three Turkish fighter planes were seen overhead.Russia accidentally bombed Iran with cruise missiles
WASHINGTON — As many as four of the 26 long-range cruise missiles that Russia said it fired at Syrian targets landed instead in Iran, two U.S. defense officials said Thursday.
Military | 206953 hits | 12:53 PM on Thursday | posted by N_Fiddledog
WASHINGTON — As many as four of the 26 long-range cruise missiles that Russia said it fired at Syrian targets landed instead in Iran, two U.S. defense officials said Thursday. Nato ready to 'defend' Turkey as Russia strikes SyriaMilitary | 206950 hits | 12:42 PM on Thursday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Alliance’s secretary general, Jens Stoltenberg, makes comment after violations of Turkish airspace by Russian jets conducting airstrikes in Syria Wait for Me, Daddy: Powerful photo commemorated SaturdayMilitary | 206972 hits | 12:52 AM on Sunday | posted by N_Fiddledog
A crowd came to New Westminster’s Hyack Square Saturday to commemorate a magical photograph celebrated around the world.Ex-NATO leader calls for ground forces to fight Islamic State
Anders Fogh Rasmussen says while Western military interventions in Afghanistan, Iraq and Libya were problematic, ‘inaction may be more costly’ in Syria
Military | 206927 hits | 12:39 AM on Sunday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Anders Fogh Rasmussen says while Western military interventions in Afghanistan, Iraq and Libya were problematic, ‘inaction may be more costly’ in Syria19 dead in apparent U.S. airstrike on Afghan Doctors Without Borders hospital
An airstrike apparently by U.S. forces that killed at least 19 people in an Afghan hospital run by Médecins Sans Frontières "may amount to a war crime," the UN's human rights chief says.
An airstrike apparently by U.S. forces that killed at least 19 people in an Afghan hospital run by Médecins Sans Frontières "may amount to a war crime," the UN's human rights chief says. Canadian military ponders integrated force with U.S. to respond to hotspots
The Canadian military has been working on a plan to create with the United States a bi-national integrated military force to deploy to hot spots around the world.
Hospital told RAF sergeant Mark Prendeville to leave in case uniform upset patients
Military | 206657 hits | 5:28 PM on Sunday | posted by N_Fiddledog
British special forces stop ISIS executing chemical attack on Kurds
SPECIAL forces were last night involved in a deadly race against time to find and destroy a Syrian chemical weapons factory before it is used to slaughter thousands of people.
Military | 208527 hits | 5:27 PM on Sunday | posted by N_Fiddledog
SPECIAL forces were last night involved in a deadly race against time to find and destroy a Syrian chemical weapons factory before it is used to slaughter thousands of people.Syrian rebel gives U.S. trucks, ammo to al-Qaeda affiliate
A Syrian rebel commander who recently completed a U.S. training program has told the U.S. military that he surrendered six coalition-provided trucks and ammunition to an intermediary linked to the al-Qaeda affiliate in Syria, known as the Nusra Front.
Military | 208552 hits | 11:26 AM on Saturday | posted by ShepherdsDog
A Syrian rebel commander who recently completed a U.S. training program has told the U.S. military that he surrendered six coalition-provided trucks and ammunition to an intermediary linked to the al-Qaeda affiliate in Syria, known as the Nusra Front. Suspicious package destroyed after being found at Halifax military base
A suspicious package found in a bus shelter today at Halifax's Navy dockyard has been safely destroyed. DND responds after documents suggest Navy procurement troubles
The defence department and armed forces have responded with a joint statement after CTV reported on issues facing the Royal Canadian Navy’s multi-billion dollar procurement.U.S. Soldiers Told to Ignore Sexual Abuse of Boys by Afghan Allies
KABUL, Afghanistan — In his last phone call home, Lance Cpl. Gregory Buckley Jr. told his father what was troubling him: From his bunk in southern Afghanistan, he could hear Afghan police officers sexually abusing boys they had brought to the base.
Military | 207019 hits | 5:14 PM on Monday | posted by N_Fiddledog
KABUL, Afghanistan — In his last phone call home, Lance Cpl. Gregory Buckley Jr. told his father what was troubling him: From his bunk in southern Afghanistan, he could hear Afghan police officers sexually abusing boys they had brought to the base. Decorated Canadian Veteran Says Crown Sitting On Evidence That Would Clear His Name
Former master corporal Collin Fitzgerald says Crown prosecutors have evidence that allegedly shows his innocence. Edmonton streets to be renamed for air force heroes
A former Cold War pilot who once saved a fellow aviator from a fiery crash will have an Edmonton street named for him later this week. Rick Hillier says the military can help bring in 50,000 refugees by Christmas
The Canadian Forces could play a key role in helping bring Syrian refugees to Canada, said retired general Rick Hillier on CBC's Power & Politics.Turkey targets PKK in Iraq; Iran fights Kurdish rebels
Turkey on Tuesday confirmed its special ground forces had crossed into northern Iraq to pursue Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) militants following deadly attacks while fighting between Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards and Kurdish rebels near the Turkish bo
Military | 206932 hits | 12:26 PM on Tuesday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Turkey on Tuesday confirmed its special ground forces had crossed into northern Iraq to pursue Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) militants following deadly attacks while fighting between Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards and Kurdish rebels near the Turkish boAnnual pillow fight at West Point turns violent, 30 cadets hurt
An annual pillow fight by freshmen cadets at the U.S. Military Academy turned bloody this year when cadets swung pillowcases packed with hard objects, injuring 30 cadets.
Military | 206862 hits | 4:39 PM on Saturday | posted by N_Fiddledog
An annual pillow fight by freshmen cadets at the U.S. Military Academy turned bloody this year when cadets swung pillowcases packed with hard objects, injuring 30 cadets.Vladimir Putin confirms Russian military involvement in Syria's civil war
Russian president talks of desire for "international coalition" to fight terrorism and extremism and does not rule out possibility of direct military intervention in Syria
Military | 206902 hits | 10:40 AM on Saturday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Russian president talks of desire for "international coalition" to fight terrorism and extremism and does not rule out possibility of direct military intervention in Syria Up to 27 Iraqi civilians may have been killed in Canadian airstrike, Pentagon document reveals
An internal Pentagon document obtained by CBC’s the fifth estate raises questions about the quality of the investigation conducted by coalition forces into an allegation that as many as 27 civilians were killed in Iraq by a Canadian airstrike. Oakville mayor sorry for tweets comparing veterans to Nazis, mercenaries
Oakville's mayor posted an apology to Twitter after an earlier tweet started a storm of criticism and offended Canadian military vets. The Oshkosh L-ATV - Hummer replacement vehicleMilitary | 208754 hits | 9:37 AM on Saturday | posted by N_Fiddledog
It was a long and bumpy road for the Oshkosh Corporation and its L-ATV vehicle, but this week, the Wisconsin-based US defence contractor won a gruelling three-year competition. The prize? A $6.75b contract to build the US military's Joint Light Tactical V P.E.I cadet wins gold in international shooting competition
A 16-year-old army cadet from Summerside, P.E.I. brought home a gold medal and couple of second-place finishes from an international shooting competition in England recently.Remembering Britain's hardest day: Spitfires and Hurricanes take to the skies again 75 years after battle that scuppered plans for a Nazi invasion 
The aircraft whizzed through the air over Biggin Hill, London, in memory of those who lost their lives throughout the lengthy summer fight to stop the Nazis from invading the British shores.
The aircraft whizzed through the air over Biggin Hill, London, in memory of those who lost their lives throughout the lengthy summer fight to stop the Nazis from invading the British shores.VJ Day: Veterans at 70th anniversary commemorations
Veterans of World War Two are taking part in events to mark the 70th anniversary of VJ Day, when Japan surrendered and the war ended.
Veterans of World War Two are taking part in events to mark the 70th anniversary of VJ Day, when Japan surrendered and the war ended.Russia and Nato 'actively preparing for war'
Rival war games by Russian armed forces and Nato represent greatest build up of military tension in Europe since Cold War, warns think tank
Military | 207088 hits | 12:36 AM on Thursday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Rival war games by Russian armed forces and Nato represent greatest build up of military tension in Europe since Cold War, warns think tank Canadian soldier dies during training at CFB Gagetown
A Canadian Armed Forces reserve soldier died Monday at CFB Gagetown, the military announced Tuesday. F-35 comes up short
A U.S. defence and foreign affairs think tank released a comprehensive report today suggesting the oft-maligned F-35 might not meet the performance standards of current fighters, including Canada's CF-18s. U.K. sailors charged with gang rape seek return to Britain
Three of four British sailors charged with sexually assaulting a woman in Halifax are expected in court today to challenge the conditions of their bail.ISIS threat: SAS sniper saves Syrian father and eight-year-old son from being beheaded
A HERO SAS sniper gunned down a knife-wielding Islamic State (ISIS) maniac just as he was trying to brutally behead a father and his young son.
Military | 207337 hits | 12:10 AM on Monday | posted by N_Fiddledog
A HERO SAS sniper gunned down a knife-wielding Islamic State (ISIS) maniac just as he was trying to brutally behead a father and his young son. Charlottetown ceremony honouring Canada's peacekeeping legacy
A retired P.E.I. military officer is inviting the public to come to a Sunday ceremony to honour those who have served in peacekeeping roles in troubled spots around the world over the decades. The sinking of the Canadian NavyMilitary | 207738 hits | 12:54 AM on Wednesday | posted by N_Fiddledog
A maritime nation has let its naval fleet go to seed. Here's how the once-proud Royal Canadian Navy fell into such an embarrassing state of disrepairNavy officer confirms he shot at Chattanooga gunman with personal weapon
When Mohammad Youssef Abdulazeez attacked the U.S. Naval and Marine Reserve Center on July 16 with a handgun and an assault rifle, Navy Lt. Cmdr. Tim White opened fire.
Military | 207082 hits | 12:09 PM on Monday | posted by N_Fiddledog
When Mohammad Youssef Abdulazeez attacked the U.S. Naval and Marine Reserve Center on July 16 with a handgun and an assault rifle, Navy Lt. Cmdr. Tim White opened fire.Islamic extremists send threatening letters to British soldiers' wives
POLICE are warning the families of British troops to stop sharing their personal details online after Islamic extremists sent a death threat to a soldier’s wife.
Military | 206923 hits | 10:41 AM on Saturday | posted by N_Fiddledog
POLICE are warning the families of British troops to stop sharing their personal details online after Islamic extremists sent a death threat to a soldier’s wife.US-trained Syrian rebels killed by al-Qaeda affiliate
Division 30, group of US trained moderate rebels in Syria, attacked by al-Qaeda linked al-Nusra, with five killed following abduction of commander
Military | 206956 hits | 10:37 AM on Saturday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Division 30, group of US trained moderate rebels in Syria, attacked by al-Qaeda linked al-Nusra, with five killed following abduction of commander Canadian markswoman takes top honours at international shooting event
A Canadian Army reservist from Vancouver Island didn't miss as she put first place in the cross hairs at an international shooting competition in England. Senior Canadian Armed Forces member charged with sex-related offencesMilitary | 208831 hits | 12:31 AM on Wednesday | posted by N_Fiddledog
A senior officer with the Canadian Armed Forces has been charged with multiple counts of sex-related offences in connection with incidents dating back to 1998. Kirby Tott, Canadian reservist, dies while training at Manitoba base
A Canadian soldier in the reserves has died while training at a military base in Manitoba. Lacking proof, Mitsubishi unwilling to apologize to Canadian POWsMilitary | 208537 hits | 11:52 AM on Friday | posted by N_Fiddledog
Japanese automobile company apologizes to Allied prisoners of war who were forced to work in its mines during the Second World War, but Canadians swept up in the Battle of Hong Kong are insisting they should have been includedBack to Canada News
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