defense

Indonesia: Diplomat highlights ASEAN’s defense of Cuban sovereignty

Published on: November 13, 2025
11:58

Jakarta, Nov 13 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Ambassador to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Dagmar Gonzalez, described on Thursday the regional bloc as a staunch ally in the defense of Cuban sovereignty.

Venezuela activates four more comprehensive defense operational zones

Published on: October 17, 2025
13:22

Caracas, Oct 17 (Prensa Latina) The Venezuelan government activated the Comprehensive Defense Operational Zones (ZODI) in the states of Mérida, Trujillo, Lara, and Yaracuy, deployed from the center to the south of the western part of the country.

To Lam underlines diplomacy’s role in construction and defense

Published on: August 25, 2025
11:34

Hanoi, Aug 25 (Prensa Latina) To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), praised on Monday the great historical achievements and significant contributions to national construction and defense made by the country's diplomatic service.

Macron’s defense announcements confirmed by the Elysee Palace

Published on: July 13, 2025
09:28

Paris, July 13 (Prensa Latina) The French Presidency announced that President Emmanuel Macron will make "major announcements" on defense matters during the traditional salute to the army on the eve of National Day.

Russia develops “SERP” system for protection against drones

Published on: June 17, 2025
13:05

Moscow, Jun 17 (Prensa Latina) Sergei Chemezov, General Director of Rostec State Corporation, announced on Tuesday the development and implementation of the new "SERP-VS13D" electronic warfare system.

Russia approves strategy for the development of its Navy until 2050

Published on: June 9, 2025
08:28

Moscow, Jun 9 (Prensa Latina) The president of the Russian Naval Collegium and assistant to the head of state for naval affairs, Nikolai Patrushev, announced the approval of a strategic plan for the development of the Russian Navy until 2050, taking into account the experience of the Special Military Operation in Ukraine.

Russian and Indonesian Navies conducted maneuvers in the Java Sea

Published on: June 5, 2025
08:45

Moscow, Jun 5 (Prensa Latina) Ships from the Russian and Indonesian navies conducted joint maneuvers in the Java Sea as part of crew training exercises, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported.

United Kingdom announces war preparations

Published on: June 2, 2025
08:43

London, Jun 2 (Prensa Latina) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced an increase in defense investment to ensure tht the British armed forces are prepared to conduct military operations, Sky News reported.

Russian nuclear submarine successfully tests Kalibr missile

Published on: May 23, 2025
08:32

Moscow, May 23 (Prensa Latina) The Arkhangelsk nuclear submarine successfully conducted a practice launch of a Kalibr missile, the press service of the Russian Northern Fleet reported.

Former Brazilian Army chief testifies in defense of Bolsonaro

Published on: May 22, 2025
14:47

Brasilia, May 22 (Prensa Latina) General Júlio Cesar de Arruda, dismissed by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva following the anti-democratic attacks of January 8, 2023, will testify before the Supreme Court as a witness for former President Jair Bolsonaro.

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