Military
Why is Myanmar's junta holding an election during a civil war? - explainer
Myanmar’s junta-led election is widely viewed as a bid to legitimize military power amid civil war, low turnout, and the exclusion of opposition parties.
Final phase of Myanmar's election underway, military-backed party set to win
Everyday heroines: Quiet burden of Israeli anchors waiting at home during wartime
'Public diplomacy is not a luxury': Israel’s challenge in 2026 - opinion
Ukraine special forces target Russian vessels in Caspian Sea
Ukraine's special forces, in coordination with local resistance, strike two Russian ships transporting military equipment in the Caspian Sea. The extent of the damage remains unclear.
In first, IDF calls off attack on Hezbollah after Lebanese army springs into action
In early 2025, top IDF sources told The Post that the Lebanese army was doing a much improved job in eliminating left-over Hezbllah weapons and positions in southern Lebanon.
Israel faces tough choices over haredi draft exemptions, legal expert warns - interview
Legal expert Shlomit Ravitsky Tur-Paz warns that Israel’s draft bill for the Haredi community may entrench societal divisions and worsen long-term challenges for the economy and military.
Thailand, Cambodia keep fighting across contested border ahead of expected Trump calls
Thailand and Cambodia's border clashes enter day four, with Trump set to mediate after deadly fighting and civilian casualties.
Japan threatening China militarily, Chinese FM claims to German counterpart
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that Japan's "current leader recently made reckless remarks on hypothetical situations on Taiwan."
Nigerian jets thwarted Benin coup attempt as soldiers targeted president, Benin's gov't says
In its first foreign military intervention in nearly a decade, Nigeria sends fighter jets and ground troops to assist Benin government in restoring order.
IDF strikes, kills Hamas terrorist planning 'imminent attack' in central Gaza Strip
The IDF said it struck and killed a Hamas terrorist in central Gaza who was planning an imminent attack, adding the action did not violate the ceasefire.
European Union eyeing Lebanon presence in boost for efforts to disarm Hezbollah, document shows
EU efforts could “focus on advice, training and capacity-building,” a document said, adding that it would not take over UNIFIL's tasks in the Levant.
IDF soldier left behind during West Bank operation after falling asleep in Palestinian village
The IDF said a soldier was accidentally left behind near Kabatiya, later joining another unit after about 40 minutes alone as commanders review the incident.
Lufthansa Cargo imposes embargo on Israel‑bound military, security cargo
The company said that it was an internal decision by Lufthansa Cargo to impose an embargo on all military and security cargo