Defence Minister

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon even if the US pressures it to do so. Katz emphasized that there is no American demand for Israel to withdraw, but reiterated Israel's refusal to leave southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah raised concerns with the Defence and Civil Aviation Ministers about the 15-day closure of Srinagar airport, emphasizing the need for uninterrupted air connectivity to the Union Territory during the peak autumn tourism season.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is clashing with the defense minister over EU rearmament loans, threatening to reject funding unless the EU shows more flexibility on the energy crisis. The dispute highlights tensions between Italy and Brussels regarding financial and energy policies.

The UK Defence minister has pledged to proceed cautiously with the £6bn Ajax vehicle program despite a report warning the vehicles could be poisoning troops. The report raises concerns about potential health risks to military personnel using the vehicles.

Mali is in turmoil after coordinated attacks by jihadists and separatist rebels left the defense minister and military intelligence chief dead. The assaults, led by al-Qaida-affiliated JNIM and Tuareg-led FLA, targeted towns and military bases, destabilizing the country's security infrastructure.

Mali's Defence Minister Sadio Camara has been killed following coordinated attacks on military sites and his home. The attacks targeted key military locations and the minister's residence, resulting in his death.