Defence
How will press freedom be affected when our troops pull out?
Defence Minister Stephen Smith has announced the withdrawal of most of Australia’s troops from Afghanistan by the year’s end. But......
‘Heavy weather’ predicted for defence force as climate change bites
Australian defence forces will be subjected to climate change effects, a new report says. Australian Strategic Policy Institute released a......
One US pollies long-winded approach to protest
A politician in the United States has spoken for 13 hours straight in protest against the Obama administrations use of......
Apology for abuse in defence force catches victims by surprise
Some victims were taken by surprise today when the Defence Minister Stephen Smith announced an inquiry into abuse in the......
Australian experts urge US to allow women in combat roles
Unlike Australia, the U.S. military still bans women from serving in direct combat positions. The ban remains in spite of......
Ex Israeli soldiers say they raided homes of innocents
An ex Israeli soldier has today told The Wire that he was involved in nightly raids of innocent households. He’s......
With attacks on the rise, should we pull out of Afghanistan?
Some countries in the International Security Assistance Force have already begun drawing down troops in Afghanistan. However, a growing number......
Can the army be female friendly?
Equal opportunities for women in the defence force could be closer with new recommendations from the Australian Human Rights Commission.......
Leadership the key to reloading Australian Defence Force principles
The second phase of the review into the Australian Defence Force by the Human Rights Commission was released today, with......
Militarism vs Diplomacy
We’ve always been taught that violence is not the answer. That we should try and solve our problems with words......