# military

Former Indonesian Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu Dies at 76

During his tenure, Ryamizard introduced the concept of “state defense,” a policy framework aimed at building civilian reserve forces.
News May 31, 2026 | 5:01 pm

Cambodia's New Conscription Law Takes Effect in Wake of Conflict with Thailand

Cambodian men aged 18 to 25 to serve two years in the military, while women may serve voluntarily.
News May 26, 2026 | 12:41 am

US Navy Secretary John Phelan Resigns in Latest Departure of Top Defense Leader

Showing how sudden the latest move was, Phelan the day before had addressed a large crowd of sailors and industry professionals.
News Apr 23, 2026 | 5:32 am

NATO Intercepts Russian Military Aircraft Flying Over the Baltic Sea

Even before the war in Ukraine, NATO was intercepting Russian planes around 300 times each year.
News Apr 21, 2026 | 8:13 pm

France Emerges as Indonesia’s Safe Bet for Military Modernization

Indonesia has ordered 42 French-made Dassault Rafale fighter jets -- six of which have already been delivered -- along with two submarines.
News Apr 17, 2026 | 8:06 am

Torpedo-Like Object Found Floating Near Lombok Tourist Waters

A torpedo-like object found near Lombok has been secured by the Navy, with its origin and function still under investigation.
News Apr 8, 2026 | 1:56 pm

UN Says Israeli Tank, Hezbollah Roadside Bomb Killed Indonesian Peacekeepers

“Allow me to reiterate that these are preliminary findings, based on initial physical evidence,” said a UN official.
News Apr 8, 2026 | 3:22 am

Indonesian Navy Welcomes Second Italian-Made Multipurpose Combat Ship

Indonesia commissions Italian-built KRI Prabu Siliwangi, strengthening naval capabilities and maritime security operations.
News Mar 29, 2026 | 10:37 pm

Indonesian Military Intelligence Chief Steps Down Amid Acid Attack Probe

The head of the Strategic Intelligence Agency (Bais) stepped down as four officers were detained over an acid attack on a rights activist.
News Mar 25, 2026 | 11:21 pm

Indonesian Military, Defense Ministry Introduce WFH Scheme Amid Energy Concerns

Indonesia’s defense sector adopts weekly WFH policy to cut fuel use as government pushes efficiency amid global energy risks.
News Mar 24, 2026 | 9:09 am

Four Indonesian Soldiers Detained Over Acid Attack on Rights Activist

Four Indonesian soldiers are detained over an acid attack on a rights activist, as military police investigate motives behind the assault.
News Mar 18, 2026 | 4:02 pm

Six US Airmen Dead after Tanker Plane Crashed during Operation against Iran

The crash followed an unspecified incident involving two aircraft in “friendly airspace,” and the other plane landed safely.
News Mar 14, 2026 | 12:38 am

Indonesia Plans International Military Training Facility in Morotai

Minister Sjafrie said the training center is intended to be a permanent international facility open to multiple partner countries.
News Mar 12, 2026 | 3:56 pm

Japan Prepares for Deployment of Its First Home-Developed Long-Range Missile

Japan considers China a growing security threat and has pushed a military buildup on southwestern islands near the East China Sea.
News Mar 9, 2026 | 11:57 am

2 Indian Pilots Killed in Sukhoi Fighter Jet Crash

The Russian-designed Su-30MKI is produced under license by India’s state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.
News Mar 6, 2026 | 3:33 pm

US Reports First Casualties, Israel Says Its Planes 'Flying Almost Freely' over Tehran

Trump said on social media that nine ships in the Iranian navy had been “destroyed” and sunk, “some of them relatively large and important."
News Mar 2, 2026 | 1:51 am

Jakarta Awaits Second Batch of Rafale Jets, Presidential Ceremony Planned

Indonesia has placed an order for a total of 42 Rafale jets, each of which is estimated to cost $115 million.
News Feb 27, 2026 | 3:15 am

Indonesia to Receive Next Batch of Rafale Fighter Jets When Ready

Indonesia has placed orders for 42 Rafale fighter jets in a major upgrade to its airpower.
News Feb 18, 2026 | 1:53 pm

Indonesia to Draft 4,000 Civil Servants for Defense Reserve Program Starting April

Indonesia will begin training 4,000 civil servants as reserve personnel in April, in a pilot program to strengthen national defense.
News Feb 10, 2026 | 9:10 pm