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DEFENCE

Latvia plans to implement conscription for women in military service

Latvia has initiated a plan to require women to participate in military service, as stated by Defense Minister Andris Spruds on Wednesday. In a discussion on Latvian television, Spruds mentioned that while significant work remains, the new conscription law could be implemented by 2028. The minister emphasized that this initiative is part of the government’s commitment to advancing gender equality within the armed forces, which … Continue reading Latvia plans to implement conscription for women in military service

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Pagers on display at a meeting room at the Gold Apollo company building in New Taipei City, Taiwan.
DISPUTES

Norway investigates alleged links to detonating pagers in Lebanon

Norway’s security police (PST) have launched a preliminary investigation following reports that a Norwegian-owned firm may be connected to the sale of pagers to the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which detonated last week, according to a police attorney speaking to Reuters. During a two-day span last week, numerous pagers and walkie-talkies utilized by Hezbollah members exploded in Lebanon, resulting in at least 39 fatalities and … Continue reading Norway investigates alleged links to detonating pagers in Lebanon

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