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North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi meets the press at his ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 20, 2026, after North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan earlier in the day.

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North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi meets the press at his ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 20, 2026, after North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan earlier in the day.

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[Breaking News]Japan PM Takaichi, defense minister Koizumi

TOKYO, Japan, Sept. 2 Kyodo - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi receive a guard of honor at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026, as they meet senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting. (Pool photo) (Kyodo)

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Japan defense minister speaks to senior members of SDF

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi gives instructions to senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026.

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Japan defense minister speaks to senior members of SDF

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi gives instructions to senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi, defense minister Koizumi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) and Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi receive a guard of honor at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026, as they meet senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Takaichi, defense minister Koizumi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (C) receive a guard of honor at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026, as they meet senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Takaichi speaks to senior members of SDF

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi gives instructions to senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi speaks to senior members of SDF

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi gives instructions to senior members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces during an annual meeting at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2026.

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Japan-Belgium defense talks

Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken (R), accompanied by his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi, receives a guard of honor at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Aug. 31, 2026.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail, Flash Flooding to Denver Metro

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain and hail across the Denver metro area on Friday afternoon, August 14. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area.

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China: Two Cats Join Owner for Treadmill Workout

A video from Hubei, central China, dated July 25, 2026, shows two cats joining their owner's home treadmill workout. A tabby cat jumped on first and moved along with the machine, then a black cat followed. The owner and both cats ended up exercising together, amusing online viewers who joked the cats seemed more disciplined than people.

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US: Widemouth 2 Fire Burns 84,000 Acres and Remains Uncontained

The lightning-caused Widemouth 2 Fire in Millard County, Utah, grew to more than 84,000 acres and remained at zero percent containment as of Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 4, prompting evacuation orders for Fillmore, Kanosh, and Meadow as crews worked to protect structures and infrastructure.

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Japan-Viet Nam defense talks

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (R) and his Vietnamese counterpart and deputy prime minister, Phan Van Giang, shake hands ahead of their talks at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on July 13, 2026.

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Chinese Defense Ministry press conference

Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, spokesman for China's Ministry of National Defense, speaks at a press conference in Beijing on June 25, 2026.

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US: Massive Warehouse Fire Destroys Medline Distribution Center in Northern California

A massive fire broke out at a Medline distribution warehouse in Tracy, Northern California, on Thursday, June 11, destroying the one-million-square-foot facility and sending a large column of black smoke into the sky. The blaze started around 1 p.m. and prompted evacuations in the surrounding area.

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China: Wedding Feast Carries On as Heavy Rain Floods Venue in Shaanxi

This unforgettable scene was captured in Weinan, Shaanxi Province, on May 18, 2026. It looks like a party on a river, but it’s actually an outdoor wedding feast. A sudden heavy downpour flooded the square with dozens of centimeters of water. Relatives and friends sit around dozens of round tables, watching the ceremony and waiting for the meal. Thankfully, the organizers set up cozy canopies and fences, keeping guests dry. Rain can’t stop love and blessings—everyone shows up in the storm to celebrate the newlyweds.

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Japan SDF participates in joint Philippine drill

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on May 6, 2026, criticizing launches by the Japanese Self-Defense Forces of anti-ship missiles during the annual Balikatan exercise in Paoay, the Philippines.

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Japan SDF participates in joint Philippine drill

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on May 6, 2026, criticizing launches by the Japanese Self-Defense Forces of anti-ship missiles during the annual Balikatan exercise in Paoay, the Philippines.

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Japan's top admiral to visit S. Korea

Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff Adm. Akira Saito holds a press conference at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on April 14, 2026, saying he will visit Seoul on April 15-16 to hold talks with his counterparts from South Korea and the United States.

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Japan: Residents Protest as Long-Range Missile Launcher Arrives at JGSDF Camp in Kumamoto 2

Early on March 9, the Ministry of Defense delivered a long-range missile launcher to the Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Kengun in Kumamoto for their first domestic deployment. In response to the move, which began without prior notice from the ministry, more than a hundred protesters gathered outside the camp, demanding the withdrawal of the deployment and the holding of a briefing for residents.

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Japan: Residents Protest as Long-Range Missiles Launcher Arrives at JGSDF Camp in Kumamoto

Early on March 9, the Ministry of Defense delivered a long-range missiles launcher to the Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Kengun in Kumamoto for their first domestic deployment. In response to the move, which began without prior notice from the ministry, more than a hundred protesters gathered outside the camp, demanding the withdrawal of the deployment and the holding of a briefing for residents.

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New Zealand: Landslide Hits Mount Maunganui 3

Six people, including two teenagers, are missing after a major landslide struck a local campground in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, January 22. Police are also seeking information on three others as search and rescue operations continue in a dangerous environment, with authorities describing the incident as a national tragedy and the community rallying to support affected families.

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House Damaged By Thai Artillery Shells - Cambodia

A civilian house damaged by shrapnel of artillery shells fired by Thai military forces is seen in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia, Dec. 16, 2025. The Thai military forces have continued to fire artillery shells at many locations in Cambodian territory from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning, said a Cambodian defense spokesperson on Tuesday. Cambodian Defense Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata made the remarks in a press briefing. On the same day, Cambodia's Interior Ministry said in a press release that the civilian death toll in Cambodia has increased to 15. (Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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House Damaged By Thai Artillery Shells - Cambodia

Civilian houses damaged by shrapnel of artillery shells fired by Thai military forces are seen in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia, Dec. 16, 2025. The Thai military forces have continued to fire artillery shells at many locations in Cambodian territory from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning, said a Cambodian defense spokesperson on Tuesday. Cambodian Defense Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata made the remarks in a press briefing. On the same day, Cambodia's Interior Ministry said in a press release that the civilian death toll in Cambodia has increased to 15. (Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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House Damaged By Thai Artillery Shells - Cambodia

A civilian house damaged by shrapnel of artillery shells fired by Thai military forces is seen in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia, Dec. 16, 2025. The Thai military forces have continued to fire artillery shells at many locations in Cambodian territory from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning, said a Cambodian defense spokesperson on Tuesday. Cambodian Defense Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata made the remarks in a press briefing. On the same day, Cambodia's Interior Ministry said in a press release that the civilian death toll in Cambodia has increased to 15. (Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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House Damaged By Thai Artillery Shells - Cambodia

A civilian house damaged by shrapnel of artillery shells fired by Thai military forces is seen in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia, Dec. 16, 2025. The Thai military forces have continued to fire artillery shells at many locations in Cambodian territory from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning, said a Cambodian defense spokesperson on Tuesday. Cambodian Defense Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata made the remarks in a press briefing. On the same day, Cambodia's Interior Ministry said in a press release that the civilian death toll in Cambodia has increased to 15. (Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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House Damaged By Thai Artillery Shells - Cambodia

A civilian house damaged by shrapnel of artillery shells fired by Thai military forces is seen in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia, Dec. 16, 2025. The Thai military forces have continued to fire artillery shells at many locations in Cambodian territory from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning, said a Cambodian defense spokesperson on Tuesday. Cambodian Defense Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata made the remarks in a press briefing. On the same day, Cambodia's Interior Ministry said in a press release that the civilian death toll in Cambodia has increased to 15. (Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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House Damaged By Thai Artillery Shells - Cambodia

A school building damaged by shrapnel of artillery shells fired by Thai military forces is seen in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia, Dec. 16, 2025. The Thai military forces have continued to fire artillery shells at many locations in Cambodian territory from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning, said a Cambodian defense spokesperson on Tuesday. Cambodian Defense Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata made the remarks in a press briefing. On the same day, Cambodia's Interior Ministry said in a press release that the civilian death toll in Cambodia has increased to 15. (Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Border Conflict With Thailand Evacuees - Cambodia

Civilians flee Srei Snam district in Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Dec. 15, 2025. Thai military forces' attack on Cambodia in the 4th Military Region has entered further deep into Cambodian sovereign territory, said the Cambodian Ministry of Defense on Monday. The Thai military forces have expanded their airstrikes to a location in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province, the ministry said in a press release, adding that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to drop two bombs near a displaced civilian camp in the province at 10:00 a.m. on Monday local time. The fresh border conflict with Thailand has left 12 Cambodian civilians dead and 74 others injured as of 6 p.m. local time on Sunday, Cambodia's Interior Ministry Spokesperson Touch Sokhak said at a press briefing on Monday. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Border Conflict With Thailand Evacuees - Cambodia

Civilians flee Srei Snam district in Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Dec. 15, 2025. Thai military forces' attack on Cambodia in the 4th Military Region has entered further deep into Cambodian sovereign territory, said the Cambodian Ministry of Defense on Monday. The Thai military forces have expanded their airstrikes to a location in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province, the ministry said in a press release, adding that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to drop two bombs near a displaced civilian camp in the province at 10:00 a.m. on Monday local time. The fresh border conflict with Thailand has left 12 Cambodian civilians dead and 74 others injured as of 6 p.m. local time on Sunday, Cambodia's Interior Ministry Spokesperson Touch Sokhak said at a press briefing on Monday. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Border Conflict With Thailand Evacuees - Cambodia

Civilians flee Srei Snam district in Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Dec. 15, 2025. Thai military forces' attack on Cambodia in the 4th Military Region has entered further deep into Cambodian sovereign territory, said the Cambodian Ministry of Defense on Monday. The Thai military forces have expanded their airstrikes to a location in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province, the ministry said in a press release, adding that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to drop two bombs near a displaced civilian camp in the province at 10:00 a.m. on Monday local time. The fresh border conflict with Thailand has left 12 Cambodian civilians dead and 74 others injured as of 6 p.m. local time on Sunday, Cambodia's Interior Ministry Spokesperson Touch Sokhak said at a press briefing on Monday. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Border Conflict With Thailand Evacuees - Cambodia

Civilians flee Srei Snam district in Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Dec. 15, 2025. Thai military forces' attack on Cambodia in the 4th Military Region has entered further deep into Cambodian sovereign territory, said the Cambodian Ministry of Defense on Monday. The Thai military forces have expanded their airstrikes to a location in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province, the ministry said in a press release, adding that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to drop two bombs near a displaced civilian camp in the province at 10:00 a.m. on Monday local time. The fresh border conflict with Thailand has left 12 Cambodian civilians dead and 74 others injured as of 6 p.m. local time on Sunday, Cambodia's Interior Ministry Spokesperson Touch Sokhak said at a press briefing on Monday. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Border Conflict With Thailand Evacuees - Cambodia

Civilians flee Srei Snam district in Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Dec. 15, 2025. Thai military forces' attack on Cambodia in the 4th Military Region has entered further deep into Cambodian sovereign territory, said the Cambodian Ministry of Defense on Monday. The Thai military forces have expanded their airstrikes to a location in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province, the ministry said in a press release, adding that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to drop two bombs near a displaced civilian camp in the province at 10:00 a.m. on Monday local time. The fresh border conflict with Thailand has left 12 Cambodian civilians dead and 74 others injured as of 6 p.m. local time on Sunday, Cambodia's Interior Ministry Spokesperson Touch Sokhak said at a press briefing on Monday. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Border Conflict With Thailand Evacuees - Cambodia

Civilians flee Srei Snam district in Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Dec. 15, 2025. Thai military forces' attack on Cambodia in the 4th Military Region has entered further deep into Cambodian sovereign territory, said the Cambodian Ministry of Defense on Monday. The Thai military forces have expanded their airstrikes to a location in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province, the ministry said in a press release, adding that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to drop two bombs near a displaced civilian camp in the province at 10:00 a.m. on Monday local time. The fresh border conflict with Thailand has left 12 Cambodian civilians dead and 74 others injured as of 6 p.m. local time on Sunday, Cambodia's Interior Ministry Spokesperson Touch Sokhak said at a press briefing on Monday. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Of Thai Airstrikes In Pursat province - Cambodia

A bridge damaged in airstrikes by Thai military forces is seen in Pursat province, Cambodia, Dec. 13, 2025. The Thai military forces on Saturday morning used two F-16 fighter jets to drop bombs at some locations in Cambodia's Pursat province, the Cambodian defense ministry said in a press release. Photo by Agence Kampuchea Presse via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Of Thai Airstrikes In Pursat province - Cambodia

A civilian building damaged in airstrikes by Thai military forces is seen in Pursat province, Cambodia, Dec. 13, 2025. The Thai military forces on Saturday morning used two F-16 fighter jets to drop bombs at some locations in Cambodia's Pursat province, the Cambodian defense ministry said in a press release. Photo by Cambodian Defense Ministry/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Of Thai Airstrikes In Pursat province - Cambodia

A bridge damaged during airstrikes by Thai military forces is seen in Pursat province, Cambodia, Dec. 13, 2025. The Thai military forces on Saturday morning used two F-16 fighter jets to drop bombs at some locations in Cambodia's Pursat province, the Cambodian defense ministry said in a press release. Photo by Cambodian Defense Ministry/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Military officials march past spectators during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

A pickup truck carrying what appears to be a model aircraft drives past crowds during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

A pickup truck carrying what appears to be a model aircraft drives past crowds during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

A pickup truck carrying what appears to be a model aircraft drives past crowds during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Military vehicles drive through a street during a parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

A soldier stands atop a vehicle holding a mounted weapon during a parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Military officials ride atop an armored vehicle during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Soldiers ride atop an armored vehicle during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Soldiers ride atop an armored vehicle during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Soldiers ride atop an armored vehicle during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Soldiers ride atop an armored vehicle during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade in Idlib - Syria

Soldiers ride atop an armored vehicle during a military parade in Idlib, Syria, on December 8, 2025. The event, organized by Ministry of Defense units, was described as a symbolic celebration of what participants called the liberation of Syria from the former regime. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM