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U.S. hands over last prison to Iraqis
The United States handed over the last detention facility under its control to Iraqi authorities on Thursday, a milestone in Iraq's push for complete sovereignty seven years after the U.S.-led invasion to topple Saddam Hussein.
The United States handed over the last detention facility under its control to Iraqi authorities on Thursday, a milestone in Iraq's push for complete sovereignty seven years after the U.S.-led invasion to topple Saddam Hussein.
Soldier helps rescue trapped man
A Canadian soldier just back from Afghanistan helped emergency crews rescue a construction worker trapped in a trench after a concrete wall collapsed this morning.
Pte. Steven Main, 20, who is originally from Winnipeg but currently serves with Edmonton Gearing up for largest maritime exercise in the world
PEARL HARBOR – Canadian sailors, soldiers, airmen and women from across the country have converged on to the Hawaiian Islands to participate in the largest maritime exercise in the world, RIMPAC 2010. $16 billion for new fighter aircraft, ships
The Harper government is gearing up for more multibillion-dollar announcements on military equipment spending: one for a controversial purchase of new fighter aircraft, the other a re-announcement of a project that was derailed two years ago. Facelift coming for hillside memorial to Canadians who died in Afghanistan
MA'SUM GHAR, Afghanistan - A facelift is coming for a red-and-white memorial etched into a dusty, craggy hillside to recognize the sacrifice of fallen Canadian soldiers in Afghanistan. Former Canadian commander and subordinate charged
Brig.-Gen. Daniel Ménard, the former commander of Canada's war effort in Afghanistan, and his subordinate, Master Cpl. Bianka Langlois, have been charged by military police after admitting to a sexual affair while on duty. Military launches purge of classroom training materials
OTTAWA — The military has launched a purge of its classroom materials after several offensive cartoons, including some featuring women in degrading sexual situations, were used in courses for soldiers headed to Afghanistan.India to spend 11 billion dollars on submarine project
India's government has allocated 500 billion rupees (about 11 billion dollars) to build and buy six new-generation submarines in what is considered the costliest military contract in the South Asian nation's history, a newspaper reported Sunday.
India's government has allocated 500 billion rupees (about 11 billion dollars) to build and buy six new-generation submarines in what is considered the costliest military contract in the South Asian nation's history, a newspaper reported Sunday. Ottawa will buy the F-35
The Council of Ministers of the Harper government has approved in the last days of purchase of new fighter aircraft to replace the CF-18, Le Devoir has learned. Tel que le souhaitent les Forces canadiennes, Ottawa va acheter le F-35 Joint Strike Fighter ( Military rushed to Haiti without guns, ammo
Members of Canada's disaster relief team deployed to earthquake-ravaged Haiti without proper gear and training, while confusion and conflicting priorities allowed reporters to board military flights into the country ahead of critical medical aidBritish troops to withdraw from Sangin in Afghanistan
British forces are to be pulled out of the Sangin district of Afghanistan, the scene of heavy UK casualties since the deployment of soldiers to Helmand province in 2006. Out of the 311 British service personnel to have died in Afghanistan, more than 100 w
British forces are to be pulled out of the Sangin district of Afghanistan, the scene of heavy UK casualties since the deployment of soldiers to Helmand province in 2006. Out of the 311 British service personnel to have died in Afghanistan, more than 100 wUN fails to condemn N. Korea of sinking Cheonan
Military | 207124 hits | 5:51 PM on Thursday | posted by ShepherdsDog
Japan Counters China's Naval Build-Up
On Sunday near Okinawa, the Japanese navy spotted two Chinese warships sailing south into the Pacific. The Chinese vessels were in international waters, but their proximity to Okinawa, which hosts a preponderance of U.S. and Japanese military forces, alar
On Sunday near Okinawa, the Japanese navy spotted two Chinese warships sailing south into the Pacific. The Chinese vessels were in international waters, but their proximity to Okinawa, which hosts a preponderance of U.S. and Japanese military forces, alarU.S. Missiles Deployed Near China Send a Message
If China's satellites and spies were working properly, there was a flood of unsettling intelligence flowing into the Beijing headquarters of the Chinese Navy last week. A new class of U.S. super weapon had suddenly surfaced n
If China's satellites and spies were working properly, there was a flood of unsettling intelligence flowing into the Beijing headquarters of the Chinese Navy last week. A new class of U.S. super weapon had suddenly surfaced n Hundreds attend funeral for Canadian medicMilitary | 206886 hits | 2:48 PM on Tuesday | posted by wildrosegirl
Hundreds of friends, family and comrades turned out in suffocating heat today at CFB Petawawa to remember Master Cpl. Kristal Giesebrecht. Canada borrows $19-million worth of electronic defence systems from U.S.
With roadside bombs now accounting for nearly all combat deaths in the war in Afghanistan, Canadian troops are borrowing $19-million worth of electronic defence systems from the United States to counter the threat as Canada enters its final year of the mi Physical, psychological injuries legacy of Afghan battleMilitary | 206837 hits | 3:30 PM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
Master Cpl. Jody Mitic was a sniper on patrol with his unit in Kandahar province in January 2007 when he stepped on a land mine and lost both legs below the knee. Snowbirds return to National Capital RegionMilitary | 206977 hits | 6:17 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
For the first time in three years, the Snowbirds came to the National Capital Region -- specifically, Gatineau -- for a full airshow.Petraeus formally assumes command in Afghanistan
U.S. Gen. David Petraeus formally took command of international forces in Afghanistan Sunday, telling NATO and Afghan officials "we are in this to win" despite a rising death toll among coalition troops.
Military | 206738 hits | 8:59 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
U.S. Gen. David Petraeus formally took command of international forces in Afghanistan Sunday, telling NATO and Afghan officials "we are in this to win" despite a rising death toll among coalition troops. Hundreds bid farewell to Jimmy at Cape Breton military funeral
All 600 seats at Immaculate Conception Church in Bridgeport, N.S., were filled and another 300 watched on a video feed from outside. And on the streets, hundreds lined the curbside as the cortege made its way ďż˝ many with Canadian flags, almost all with Realistic training replicates Afghan conditions
Valcartier, Quebec — As part of preparations by Task Force 3-10, the members of 1st Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group (1 R22eR BG) participated in Exercise CASTOR RAPIDE 1 from May 11–21, 2010. This highly realistic exercise was designed to prepa Canada transfers hot spots to U.S. command
Canada relinquished command of two hotly disputed districts in Kandahar where more than 40 Canadian soldiers have died over the past four years to the U.S. earlier this week.France to look at possible U.S. sub link to sinking
Suspicions that a U.S. submarine may have accidentally sunk a French fishing boat, killing five sailors, will be investigated by magistrates, a French appeal court ruled on Friday.
Suspicions that a U.S. submarine may have accidentally sunk a French fishing boat, killing five sailors, will be investigated by magistrates, a French appeal court ruled on Friday. The man who saved Canada's navy
It was this officer who, for over 20 years, kept the misunderstood and continually budget-starved Royal Canadian Navy in a state of respectable operational readiness and, toward the end of his career, virtually saved our navy from annihilation by a govern Family dresses in red for funeral of slain N.S. soldierMilitary | 206804 hits | 3:23 PM on Friday | posted by wildrosegirl
Hundreds of people attended a funeral on Friday in Nova Scotia for a soldier recently killed on his fourth and final tour of Afghanistan. Beer, barbecue, rocket attack: Canada Day for troops in Afghanistan
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Canadian soldiers and civilians in Afghanistan marked Canada Day with beer, barbecue _ and a rocket attack. An afternoon of red and white Maple Leafs combined with beige combat fatigues had all the earmarks of a Canada Day at home. New C130-J Hercules to benefit Army
CFB Petawawa, Ontario — In the latest equipment delivery under the Canada First Defence Strategy, the first C130-J model Hercules aircraft did a fly-by for spectators before landing at CFB Trenton.8 militants killed in gun battle at Afghan airport
Militants tried in vain to storm an air field used by Afghan and international forces on Wednesday, using a car bomb to created a distraction and then storming the entrance.
Military | 208800 hits | 8:30 AM on Wednesday | posted by wildrosegirl
Militants tried in vain to storm an air field used by Afghan and international forces on Wednesday, using a car bomb to created a distraction and then storming the entrance. Afghan forces woefully unprepared: report
A damning new report says the U.S. has vastly overestimated the capability of Afghan military and police units, calling into question NATO's strategy for winning the war and sending international troops home.All Russian fleets take part in Vostok 2010 drill
All the fleets of Russia – Pacific, North, Black Sea and Baltic – are taking part in the Vostok 2010 strategic exercises, a representative of the Russian Defense Ministry told Itar-Tass on Tuesday.
“The Pacific Fleet will perform a large number of miss
All the fleets of Russia – Pacific, North, Black Sea and Baltic – are taking part in the Vostok 2010 strategic exercises, a representative of the Russian Defense Ministry told Itar-Tass on Tuesday.
“The Pacific Fleet will perform a large number of missChina to hold six-day military drills in South China Sea
The Chinese Navy will hold six-day military drills in the South China Sea from Wednesday, allegedly in response to planned U.S.-South Korean exercises in the Yellow Sea, local media reported on Tuesday.
The Chinese Navy will hold six-day military drills in the South China Sea from Wednesday, allegedly in response to planned U.S.-South Korean exercises in the Yellow Sea, local media reported on Tuesday. Emotions run high at farewell ceremony for slain Canadian medics
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan — A group of Canadian medics said goodbye to members of their military family Sunday during a ceremony for Canada's two latest victims in the war against the Taliban. Veterans prepare medals, study etiquette before Queen arrives to review fleet
HALIFAX - George McLeod spends most Fridays on board HMCS Sackville sharing war stories over lunch with some of his navy buddies. The group of retired seamen, many in their 80s and 90s, meet in the ship's mess once a week to reminisce on their military se Frustrated Canadian soldiers are killing time, more than Taliban
PANJWAI DISTRICT, AFGHANISTAN—Seconds after the command “Guns! Guns! Guns!” crackled over the loudspeakers, Canadian soldiers were swarming around their howitzers, preparing to open fire. Two Canadian soldiers killed in AfghanistanMilitary | 207127 hits | 4:16 PM on Saturday | posted by wildrosegirl
Canada's death toll in Afghanistan has hit another tragic milestone with the death of two soldiers Saturday west of Kandahar city.Taliban commander killed dressed as woman
A senior Taliban commander disguised as a woman was killed by Afghan and international forces after he opened fire with a pistol and tried to throw a grenade south of the capital, Kabul.
Military | 206936 hits | 12:23 PM on Saturday | posted by wildrosegirl
A senior Taliban commander disguised as a woman was killed by Afghan and international forces after he opened fire with a pistol and tried to throw a grenade south of the capital, Kabul. Body of soldier killed in Afghanistan arrives at TrentonMilitary | 206820 hits | 9:41 AM on Saturday | posted by wildrosegirl
A military plane carrying Macneil's casket landed at CFB Trenton, in eastern Ontario, this afternoon. Court martial for Semrau heads back to CanadaMilitary | 206798 hits | 9:08 AM on Saturday | posted by wildrosegirl
The witnesses have all spoken and the court martial of Capt. Robert Semrau, who allegedly executed an injured Taliban fighter two years ago, is headed back to Canada for its final chapter. Snowbirds celebrate Canadian Naval Centennial
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds Demonstration Team paid tribute to the Canadian Naval Centennial on June 12, 2010, flying over the beautiful shores of Esquimalt Lagoon with a show for the sailors, military families and citizens of Victoria, B.C. For excellence in aviation
The Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame inducted its four newest members on June 10, 2010, in a ceremony in Richmond, B.C. Plan ensures Army can meet Canada's defence objectives
Ottawa, Ontario — The Army has completed plans to ensure that vehicle fleets returning from Afghanistan in 2011 can be reconstituted and re-deployed as soon as the Government of Canada asks the land force to carry out another mission Soldiers squander disability payouts
OTTAWA — Canada’s top soldier says he’s concerned some younger vets are blowing their disability awards on trucks and sports cars instead of saving money, and he hopes Veterans Affairs will offers soldiers different payments options if they are wounded. Naval manoeuvres end today in Halifax
It cost $2 million, involved international warships, fighter jets, submarines and naval officers, and covered an area eight times the size of Nova Scotia. Fleet review will bring 5,000 sailors, over two dozen vessels into Halifax
More than 5,000 sailors and over two dozen ships from eight countries will be in Halifax this week for an international fleet review to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Canadian navy.Russia launches second stealth warship for India
Russia launched the second of three stealth frigates for the Indian Navy under $1.6 billion deal inked in July 2006.
Russia launched the second of three stealth frigates for the Indian Navy under $1.6 billion deal inked in July 2006. Warships in Halifax for centennial
British sailors arrived in Nova Scotia on Wednesday aboard the HMS Ark Royal to take part in celebrations for the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Navy. Exercise challenges Canadian, Allied fleets
On the east coast of Canada, June 2010 will feature a moving feast of significant naval events for the Canadian Navy’s Atlantic fleet and its sailors. Starting with the annual Frontier Sentinel exercise off Norfolk, Va., and the Hampton Roads, it conclude Arming Canada's Kandahar drones an option being discussed internally: MacKay
OTTAWA - Defence Minister Peter MacKay has left the door open to arming Canada's reconnaissance drones in Afghanistan, even though the military has written off the idea.Germany taking 6 of 10 subs out of service
The Defense Ministry told The Associated Press on Monday the German navy originally wanted to use the six 206A type submarines until 2015 but decided two weeks ago to cut maintenance expenses.
The Defense Ministry told The Associated Press on Monday the German navy originally wanted to use the six 206A type submarines until 2015 but decided two weeks ago to cut maintenance expenses. Afghans would welcome Canadian training: ambassadorMilitary | 206811 hits | 2:34 PM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
Canadian soldiers would be welcome to stay on training local troops after their combat role ends in Afghanistan next year, Afghanistan's ambassador to Canada said Monday.Back to Canada News
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