Iran rejects ceasefire proposal with US as war of words deepens
Strategic angle: Iran dismisses a 45-day ceasefire proposal amid escalating tensions with the US over military actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Improving neighbourly relations: US-Mexico border authorities close the door
Strategic angle: Donald Trump escalates rhetoric against Mexico, threatening unilateral military action over drug trafficking.
Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security in unexpected military alliance
Strategic angle: Ukraine's Zelenskyy arrived in Damascus for his first official visit to Syria, marking a significant shift in military alliances.
Briefing: Why McIlroy should 'enjoy every minute' of The Masters without extra pressure
Strategic angle: Butch Harmon believes Rory McIlroy will enjoy every minute of his title defence at The Masters and insists there is no extra pressure on him to replicate last year's "spectacular" win at Augusta National.
New German conscription law: eligible men may now need approval for trips abroad
Men aged 17 to 45 may now need approval from the Bundeswehr for trips abroad lasting more than three months. What is behind the new military service law?
Nigeria's army rescues 31 hostages after church attack
The army reported the attack occurred during Easter celebrations at a church in northwestern Kaduna state.
Briefing: Nuclear Power Plant Equipment Market Set to Reach USD 23.6
Strategic angle: The nuclear power plant equipment market is projected to reach USD 23.6 billion, indicating significant growth in the energy sector.
Briefing: Ukraine's Zelensky meets Syria’s new leader in Damascus, pushes military deals
Strategic angle: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks in Damascus with Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, aiming to strengthen security ties amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Briefing: CIA ‘deception campaign’ bought time for rescue of downed airman
Strategic angle: A strategic operation by the CIA provided crucial time for the safe recovery of a downed airman.
US Fighter Jet Downed: Insights from Spencer Boyer
Former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense discusses Iran's claim of shooting down a US fighter jet.
Briefing: Cooling of the fuel pool at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 1 has stopped
Strategic angle: Japanese media reports on the halted cooling process at Fukushima Daiichi.
Several injured by Israeli strikes on Lebanese city Tyre
Israel has repeatedly struck the ancient southern Lebanese city of Tyre, injuring several inhabitants amid fears of permanent displacement.
Briefing: Ramstein: Controversy in Germany over military base's role in Middle East war
Strategic angle: Germany's Ramstein airbase is at the center of a heated debate regarding its involvement in U.S. military operations in the Middle East.
‘Disturbing trend’ of US-Israeli strikes hitting non-military targets in Iran
Recent US-Israeli strikes in Iran have increasingly targeted non-military sites, raising concerns about civilian casualties.
Briefing: Zelenskyy warns US-Iran war could divert critical aid from Ukraine
Strategic angle: President Zelenskyy has cautioned that ongoing conflicts may jeopardize essential military support for Ukraine.
Briefing: Trump weighs military operation to extract Iran’s uranium
Strategic angle: Discussion of potential military action to secure uranium resources.
Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make a deal as search continues for missing US pilot
US President Donald Trump warns Tehran of dire consequences if a deal is not reached within 48 hours amid ongoing search efforts for a downed American pilot.
Briefing: German XXL frigate on the horizon - but when will the super warship arrive?
Strategic angle: Germany plans to launch the world's largest frigate, the F126, by 2029, aimed at enhancing its naval capabilities.
Briefing: Bushehr: Iran's Only Nuclear Power Plant
Strategic angle: An overview of Iran's sole nuclear facility and its significance in the energy sector.
Briefing: Young German Men Refusing Military Service
Strategic angle: As the Bundeswehr faces a soldier shortage, more young men are opting out of voluntary military service.