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1st batch of South African men lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine returns home

1st batch of South African men lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine returns home

Nineteen South Africans were reportedly lured to travel to Russia for jobs last July but ended up fighting alongside Russian troops in the ongoing Ukraine conflict

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Türkiye for 1st time uses combat drones in NATO’s largest exercise, says naval commander
18.02.2026

Türkiye for 1st time uses combat drones in NATO’s largest exercise, says naval commander

Turkish Armed Forces demonstrate their ability to conduct coordinated operations with allied countries as part of NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise

Former Kosovo President Thaci tells Hague court he is ‘completely innocent’ in war crimes trial
18.02.2026

Former Kosovo President Thaci tells Hague court he is ‘completely innocent’ in war crimes trial

Prosecutors seek 45-year sentence for former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders in war crimes trial

Russia urges US to refrain from naval blockade of Cuba
18.02.2026

Russia urges US to refrain from naval blockade of Cuba

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Moscow will continue helping Cuba in defending its sovereignty and security

Turkish Armed Forces showcase joint operational capability in NATO Steadfast Dart 2026 drill in Germany
18.02.2026

Turkish Armed Forces showcase joint operational capability in NATO Steadfast Dart 2026 drill in Germany

Maritime phase highlights coordinated amphibious operations with allied forces, features Türkiye’s domestically produced defense platforms

Türkiye key to NATO deterrence, southern stability, alliance official says
18.02.2026

Türkiye key to NATO deterrence, southern stability, alliance official says

Ankara plays ‘essential role’ in safeguarding Mediterranean routes and regional stability, says NATO representative Javier Colomina