armed forces

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The prime minister needs to make "bold and courageous" decision to fund defence, Al Carns has said, the day after he resigned as the armed forces minister.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The Defence Investment Plan will deliver the capability our armed forces need.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

But the shift has also raised concerns among some religious liberty advocates and observers who argue that the consolidation may obscure the diversity of belief systems within the armed forces.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Meanwhile, the president is "the keystone of the institution", leading the armed forces and having the power to dissolve the Assembly, Diallo said.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The old president just laughed and sent for his good friend, the head of the armed forces.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez