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🇵🇭👋 The Philippine Air Force has decommissioned its last two pairs of AH-1S Cobra attack helicopters and OV-10 Bronco light attack aircraft. The aircraft were primarily used in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations in the Southeast Asian archipelago. During the formal decommissioning ceremony conducted by the 15th Strike Wing at the Major Danilo Atienza Air Base in Sangley Point, Cavite, the service announced that it signed a deal to acquire six new A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft. #military #army #defense #security #philippines #helicopters

Schnoeggersburg is a state-of-the-art training facility located in Germany, specifically designed for the preparation and training of armed forces in urban warfare scenarios, like terrorist attacks or riots. Urban warfare presents unique challenges that differ significantly from traditional combat environments, necessitating specialised training. The facility spans a considerable area and is constructed to simulate various urban environments that include streets, buildings, alleys, and other features typical of urban settings. This allows soldiers to practice manoeuvres in conditions that closely resemble real-world scenarios they might encounter during deployments. Many buildings in Schnoeggersburg are modular and can be reconfigured or adapted for different training exercises. This flexibility enables the facility to support a wide range of training objectives, from small unit tactics to larger scale operations. Schnoeggersburg includes designated live-fire ranges where troops can practice shooting under realistic conditions. The facility is designed to facilitate a variety of urban combat scenarios such as hostage rescue operations, counter-terrorism missions, and building clearance tactics. United States troops and British soldiers, particularly from units like the First Battalion the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, have conducted joint training exercises at Schnöggersburg alongside German forces. Other NATO Allies have trained, too, likely France, Austria, Italy, and Sweden. #riots #military #lawenforcement #guerrila #combat #urbanconflict #conflict #militarytraining #warfare #militarydrill #terrorism #urbanwar #batallion #royalwelsh #crystalmaze #germany #Schnoeggersburg

⚡ Ongoing operation “The True Promise" (Waad al-Haq) ⚡ ➡ East of Salah al-Din Governorate ⚡This is the 5th phase of the operation, Launched Today in the early hours. 📋 Objective To eliminate ISIS sleeper cells responsible for a recent attack that resulted in the deaths and injuries of 10 soldiers, including a regimental commander. 🔺 Operation Scope Covers 13 areas including Al-Mutaybija, Al-Aitha slopes, and extends to Hamrin. Targets identified up to 22 km west and north of Mutaibija, reaching the administrative border with Samarra Operations Command. 🔺Forces Involved Units including the Counter-Terrorism Service, Special Forces Command, Rapid Response Squad Command, Salah al-Din Operations Command, and Samarra Region Command. Supported by Army Aviation and Air Force. 🔺Intelligence and Targets: Five key targets identified based on intelligence efforts. 🔺Leadership Directed by Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani. #Iraq #ISIS #Terrorism #Geopolitics

Make no mistake–there is uncertainty ahead. I see risk as being synonymous with uncertainty, making some amount of risk inevitable and present in many of the most significant decisions we'll make in our lives. Although we are in the midst of an AI revolution, the most widespread and profound impact will be how this technology transforms our approach to risk – ideally minimizing it but also exposing us to some as well. I look forward to exploring and discussing risk, AI, and all the areas it impacts tomorrow in Miami.

The Digital Divide & a Mission Mindset In 2009 General McChrystal was leading the world’s largest Digital Transformation of the era - his strategy integrated a decentralized decision-making structure, with digital tools and modern tactics - to coordinate a coalition force of 100,000 troops through a centralized command center located in Kabul, Afghanistan. The same digital technologies that changed warfare back then, are now disrupting how organizations deliver services, asses risk, and attract talent. #datadriven 🫡 General Stan McChrystal founded McChrystal Group in January 2011 to deliver innovative leadership solutions to businesses globally in order to help them transform and succeed in challenging, dynamic environments. A retired four-star general, Stan is the former commander of US and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and the former commander of the nation’s premier military counter-terrorism force, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). He is best known for developing and implementing a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan, and for creating a cohesive counter-terrorism organization that revolutionized the interagency operating culture.

#StatecraftInTheNews: The 3rd India-Australia joint military exercise, AUSTRAHIND, began on November 8 at the Foreign Training Node, Pune, and runs until November 21. The annual exercise enhances interoperability in sub-conventional operations under the UN mandate. This year’s edition features 140 Indian personnel (primarily from the DOGRA Regiment and IAF) and 120 Australians from the 13th Light Horse Regiment of the 10th Brigade. The exercise unfolds in two phases: tactical training & combat conditioning, followed by a validation phase. Drills include counter-terrorism tactics, drone operations, and heli-borne missions. AUSTRAHIND reflects growing defence cooperation between India and Australia, complementing initiatives like AUSINDEX (maritime) and PITCHBLACK (multinational air force). The timing of AUSTRAHIND aligns with EAM S. Jaishankar's recent visit to Australia, underscoring deepening strategic ties between the nations.

🇪🇺 The European Union is exploring the possibility of stationing a military adviser, akin to a defense attaché, at its delegation in Tokyo. This initiative aligns with the recently adopted EU-Japan Security and Defense Partnership and would mark the EU's first such role in 🇯🇵 Japan. The adviser would offer military expertise, foster collaboration with Japan's Self-Defense Forces (SDF), and support joint activities such as naval training, counter-terrorism initiatives, and capacity-building in the Indo-Pacific. Additionally, cooperation with the EU Rapid Deployment Capacity—a new rapid response military force—is being considered.

KOMŞULARIMIZI TANIYALIM "Who Dares Wins" "First and foremost a field intelligence-gathering unit, conducting deep reconnaissance behind enemy lines to obtain strategic intelligence, Sayeret Matkal is also tasked with a wide variety of special operations, including black operations; as well as combat search and rescue, counterterrorism, hostage rescue, HUMINT, irregular warfare, long-range penetration, conducting manhunts, and reconnaissance beyond Israel's borders.[5][6] The unit is modeled after the British Army's Special Air Service (SAS), taking the unit's motto "Who Dares Wins". The unit is the Israeli equivalent of the SAS.[7] It is directly subordinate to the Special Operations Division of the IDF's Military Intelligence Directorate.[8][9]"

🚨 BREAKING: Boosting Indo-Japan Defense Cooperation: A New Era of Strategic Partnership 🇮🇳-🇯🇵 Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi is on a four-day visit to Japan to enhance defense cooperation between the two nations. 🤝 The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on counter-terrorism and joint military exercises. 🌊 This strategic partnership is crucial in the Indo-Pacific region, promoting stability and security. #IndoJapanTies #DefenseCooperation #ArmyChief #JapanVisit #StrategicPartnership

At least six U.S. soldiers were injured during an operation in Iraq that resulted in the deaths of at least 15 fighters from the Islamic State militant group, according to three U.S. defense officials. The operation highlights the ongoing efforts to combat ISIS in the region, despite the risks to U.S. military personnel. #DefenseNews #MilitaryOperations #NationalSecurity #Counterterrorism #MiddleEastSecurity #USArmy #MilitaryLeadership #GlobalSecurity #RiskManagement #USDefense #dailydawns