11 June 2017 Military News

Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria and Iraq AFPS 11 Jun 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 34 strikes consisting of 70 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.

U.S. Strike Targets Al-Shabab in Somalia AFPS 11 Jun 2017 -- U.S. forces conducted a strike operation against al-Shabab in Somalia today, approximately 185 miles southwest of Mogadishu, according to a statement issued by chief Pentagon spokesperson Dana W. White.
Pentagon Statement on Somalia Strike DoD 11 Jun 2017 -- On June 11, at approximately 2 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, the Department of Defense conducted a strike operation against al-Shabaab in Somalia.
US forces pound al-Shabab training base in southern Somalia Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- US military forces, in conjunction with Somali special troops, have conducted an operation against a major bastion of the Takfiri al-Shabab militants in the southern part of Somalia, inflicting losses on the extremists.
Somali, US Military Claim to Destroy an Al-Shabab Training Base VOA 11 Jun 2017 -- Somali and U.S. military forces have destroyed an al-Shabab training base in Somalia's Middle Jubba region.

Afghan Terror Chief Haqqani Denies Role in Bloody Kabul Attacks VOA 11 Jun 2017 -- The head of the dreaded Haqqani network who also is second-in-command of the Afghan Taliban has denied insurgents' involvement in recent bloody attacks in Kabul.

US Special Forces Join Battle for Marawi in Philippines Sputnik 11 Jun 2017 -- US special forces are helping the Philippines Army as they attempt to get rid of Islamist militants in south of the country, according to a Saturday statement by the US embassy.
US troops join fight in southern Philippines Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- American Special Operations Forces have joined Philippine troops battling Daesh terrorists in a town in the southern Philippines.

USS Lake Erie, U.S. service members render assistance in Sri Lanka after devastating floods NNS 11 Jun 2017 -- The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 11 to support humanitarian assistance operations in the wake of severe flooding and landslides that devastated many regions of the country. The United States Pacific Command will also deploy military aircraft and other specialists who will join in the humanitarian efforts.
US military demonstrates combined arms capabilities with NATO Allies during Exercise Saber Strike Army News 11 Jun 2017 -- A combined arms live-fire exercise for Saber Strike resulted in a large scale, offensive attack by utilizing the resources of multiple branches of the U.S. military, the Italian Mechanized Infantry and Polish tanks on a range at Adazi Military Base, June 9.

Irking Turkey, Israel and Cyprus Begin Mountain Military Drills Sputnik 11 Jun 2017 -- Hundreds of Israeli commandos are headed to Cyprus as the two countries prepare to start a large-scale, week-long military drill Sunday.

Chinese naval fleet visits Pakistan People's Daily 11 Jun 2017 -- A Chinese navy fleet comprising three warships arrived at Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi on Saturday for a four-day goodwill and training visit.
Xi advocates common security People's Daily 12 Jun 2017 -- President calls development necessary to counter rise of 'destabilizing factors'

Iran Navy flotilla to set sail for Oman, high seas Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- Two Iranian warships are scheduled to set sail for Oman and the high seas to carry out a mission, Iran's Navy says.

Yemeni forces attack Saudi mercenaries' positions, leave casualties Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- Yemeni army soldiers, backed by fighters from allied Popular Committees, have launched fresh attacks against positions held by Saudi mercenaries in several provinces across the conflict-ridden country.

Experts Skeptical About Reports of Death of al-Baghdadi VOA 11 Jun 2017 -- U.S. military officials say they have no information to confirm or deny a report Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghadi has been killed in an airstrike.

US-backed SDF forces enter Raqqah from western battle front Press TV 10 Jun 2017 -- The so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have entered the western regions of Daesh's last stronghold in Syria, Raqqah, says a UK-based monitoring group.
US-backed SDF militias seize 2nd Raqqah district from Daesh Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- The so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has retaken a second district of Syria's troubled and militant-held northern city of Raqqah from Takfiri Daesh terrorists, and launched a renewed assault on a base north of the city as they press ahead with an offensive against the extremists.

Netanyahu calls for dismantling of UNRWA Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for the dismantling of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), which aids millions of Palestinian refugees across the region.

Philippines' Duterte: I Never Asked Washington for Help in Mindanao Siege Sputnik 11 Jun 2017 -- After the US announced it had sent in Special Forces to assist Manila in its fight against Islamist militants, Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte claimed that he never asked for the help.

French President Macron Wins Big in Parliamentary Vote VOA 11 Jun 2017 -- The fledgling party of France's new centrist president Emmanuel Macron is set for a landslide victory in parliamentary elections, as early results from Sunday's first round of voting showed it taking more than 32 percent of the vote.

Britain's May Names New Cabinet, Vows to Stay on as PM VOA 11 Jun 2017 -- Britain's embattled Prime Minister Theresa May has unveiled her new Cabinet, aimed at focusing on social issues and "delivering a successful Brexit."

Kuwait says Qatar ready for talks as Bahrain moves to freeze assets Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry says Qatar is prepared to enter negotiations aimed at solving the diplomatic row with Arab countries as Bahrain's central bank has issued orders freezing assets and bank accounts of Qatar-linked entities.
Iran, Turkey Send Food to Qatar Amid Fears of Shortages VOA 11 Jun 2017 -- Iran has sent at least four cargo planes of food and will continue to send more to Qatar after its biggest suppliers cut ties with the import-dependent country, according to Iran Air spokesman Shahrokh Noushabadi.

Egypt to keep administration of Red Sea islands after Saudi transfer Press TV 11 Jun 2017 -- Egypt is set to keep administrative control over two Red Sea islands Cairo plans to transfer to the Saudi regime under a controversial deal.

Away From The Fighting, Kabul Takes On Another Enemy: Corruption RFE/RL 11 Jun 2017 -- Afghanistan's government is mired in a war against a 16-year insurgency that has forced the capital into virtual lockdown, ignited deadly protests, and compelled the head of state to retreat behind the barricaded walls of Kabul's presidential palace.

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