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15 October

IS Fighters Massing in Northern Afghanistan, Says Putin Ahead of Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin said hundreds of fighters loyal to IS were massing in northern Afghanistan, as Moscow prepares to host international talks on the country next week.

15 October

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Philippine Air Force Receives US ScanEagle Drones, More Black Hawks

The Philippine Air Force took delivery of ScanEagle drones from the US and additional S-70i Black Hawk helicopters from a Polish defense firm.

15 October

Americas

In a handout photo taken on December 29, 2020 by US Forces Korea, a service member of the United States Forces Korea receives the first round of the Moderna vaccine at Osan Air Base, south of Seoul

Staff Writer With AFP

US Navy Says Sailors Who Refuse Vaccine Will Be Expelled

The US Navy said Thursday that personnel who refuse to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be expelled from the force, ahead of the November 28 deadline for the injection.

15 October

Europe

Greek Hydra-class frigates take part in a military exercise in the eastern Mediterranean on August 26, 2020

Staff Writer With AFP

US, Greece Expand Defense Ties Amid Mediterranean Tensions

Greece expanded a defense agreement with the US days after ratifying a separate deal with France in a tacit signal to Turkey following high tensions.

15 October

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Regional Troops to Stay in Mozambique Indefinitely

Southern African troops have driven jihadists out of northern Mozambique but will stay in the country indefinitely to ensure the situation remains under control.

14 October

Americas