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Green Beret and MMA Star Tim Kennedy Wounded in Congo Ambush That Killed NZ Veteran

Former UFC fighter and Army Green Beret Tim Kennedy was reportedly wounded in a September 17 ambush in the Democratic Republic of Congo that killed a former New Zealand special operations soldier. The incident involves private military contractors linked to Erik Prince’s Vectus Global, which operates a contract with the Congolese government to protect mining revenues and combat smuggling. While Kennedy was medically evacuated to the United States, the New Zealand veteran Justin Conaglen was killed, and a third contractor was also injured. Details remain unconfirmed by official sources, but former Delta Force operator Brent Tucker described the event as an ambush on a three-man element.

via Stars and Stripes|

#democratic-republic-of-congo #erik-prince #justin-conaglen

military-and-conflict1 year ago•17 min saved

Russia-Ukraine War Update: July 2025 Offensive and Developments

Russian forces recently advanced northeast of Siversk during a reinforced mechanized assault, with increased use of armored vehicles in some tactical attacks after a period of decreased armor deployment. Russia maintains its goal of Ukraine's capitulation, rejecting diplomatic overtures, while Ukrainian forces killed a Russian commander near Velykyi Burluk. The conflict continues with ongoing Russian offensives across multiple fronts, including limited attacks in Kursk Oblast and drone strikes targeting Ukrainian infrastructure. Russian military activity also shows signs of testing new tactics and resupply efforts.

via Institute for the Study of War|

#armor-usage #military-advances #military-and-conflict

military-and-conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

Houthi Rebels Target US Military and Ships in Yemen Conflict

The US military announced the destruction of seven anti-ship missiles, three drones, and three weapons storage containers in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, citing an imminent threat to merchant vessels and US Navy ships in the region.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#drones #houthi #military-and-conflict

military-and-conflict2 years ago•2 min saved

"Myanmar's Military Government Activates Mandatory Military Conscription for Youth"

Myanmar's military government has activated a conscription law, requiring young men and women to serve at least two years in the armed forces, as it faces setbacks against nationwide armed resistance. The law, enacted for the first time, applies to males aged 18-45 and females aged 18-35 and comes amid the army's struggle to contain resistance forces and ethnic minority armed groups. Evading conscription is punishable by prison and a fine, and there are reports of forcible recruitment in urban areas. The military government's forces are stretched thin, and the country is in a state of civil war following the 2021 seizure of power.

via The Associated Press|

#armed-resistance #conscription-law #military-and-conflict