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The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) announced the capture of a rebel stronghold near the Ethiopia border, specifically in the Geissan district. This operation was conducted by the SAF’s 13th Infantry Brigade under the Fourth Infantry Division, targeting areas beyond Abu Dugla and Ashambo, located approximately one kilometre from the border with Ethiopia.

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has received GeneXpert diagnostic machines to enhance tuberculosis (TB) detection and treatment in its health facilities. The machines were officially handed over at the Senior Officers Diagnostic Centre in Mbuya during a ceremony attended by senior military health officials and representatives from the Ministry of Health.

President Donald Trump is hosting a rally on the National Mall in Washington to kick off the celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The event is set to feature a military flyover by stealth bombers, military bands, and a performance by singer Lee Greenwood. Trump aims to energize the public about his presidency during this milestone celebration, according to AP.

The U.S. Senate, controlled by the Republican Party, has approved a bill that will require President Donald Trump to halt military actions against Iran. This decision reflects the Senate's stance on the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has announced plans to equip the country's navy with nuclear weapons, marking a significant shift in its military strategy. This development comes as North Korea commissions a new warship, indicating an expansion of its naval capabilities.

Israeli soldiers were reported to have celebrated inside the home of a displaced Lebanese family, according to Al Jazeera. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and the impact of the conflict on civilians in the region.

North Korea has commissioned its largest-ever warship, marking a significant development in its naval capabilities. The details surrounding the specifications and intended use of the vessel have not been disclosed, but the move is seen as part of the country's ongoing military expansion efforts, according to Al Jazeera.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday, just two weeks before the NATO summit. This visit comes as the Pentagon is assessing the U.S. military presence in Europe, amid Trump's ongoing criticisms of NATO and claims that the U.S. bears a disproportionate share of military spending.

U.S. Army General Christopher Donahue, known as the last American soldier to leave Afghanistan in 2021, is unexpectedly resigning from his position as the commander of Army forces in Europe and Africa after 18 months, according to the Army's confirmation on Tuesday.

In Sudan, the decision of some Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighters to switch allegiance and join the national army has sparked anger and instability among citizens. Many are upset, arguing that RSF commanders who have made this move will evade legal accountability for their past actions, which include violence against civilians and even killings. Last month, RSF commander Ali Rizkallah was welcomed in Khartoum and promoted within the Sudanese army despite his controversial history.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel needs to reduce its reliance on foreign weapons and develop independent military capabilities. This statement comes in the context of rising tensions with the Trump administration, highlighting a shift towards greater self-sufficiency in defense.

Israeli troops, accompanied by two Merkava tanks, have been observed patrolling the Syrian countryside close to Quneitra city, according to Al Jazeera.

Israeli military officials reported that two men, identified as Hezbollah operatives, were killed in southern Lebanon. This incident follows a period of reduced hostilities in the region. Hezbollah has accused Israel of violating a ceasefire agreement, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two groups.

Troops from the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, have rescued 47 individuals, primarily women and children, from an enclave of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Kangarwa, Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno. This information was provided in a statement by Capt. Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer of OPHK.

According to BBC World, the potential fall of Kostyantynivka to Russian forces could enable them to advance towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the eastern region of Donbas. This troop build-up is seen as a significant threat to the area.