Category Archives: WORLD MILITARY

Lessons from Military Chaos to Civilian Life

Posted on September 4, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

A reflection on the absurdity of an army obstacle course compared to daily office life, where chaos reigns without warning. The experiences taught valuable lessons in teamwork and resilience. Embracing organised foolishness in challenging situations makes chaos manageable, turning difficulties into shared experiences, ultimately preparing ex Servicemen Vets for life’s unpredictable moments. Continue reading →

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Pressure Points in the Central Mediterranean

Posted on September 4, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

A Russian submarine off Sicily, U.S. defense tariffs, rising oil prices and shifting migration routes are squeezing the central Mediterranean—and Malta sits right in the squeeze. We unpack those pressures and outline practical steps the Islands can take to stay ahead of the curve. Continue reading →

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Malta’s defence force needs to get back to basics

Posted on February 14, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

Investing in defence is essential, but what truly makes a difference is how efficiently Malta allocates and strategically focuses its military resources. Continue reading →

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Ghost plane flies over European skies, was it a Russian test over NATO countries? Security services say “Pilots spoke Russian”

Posted on June 17, 2022 by ivanmconsiglio

A twin-engined aircraft with its transponder switched off flew over seven European countries. Accompanied by fighter jets, it landed in Bulgaria: police found no one on board. Continue reading →

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WHAT THE MILITARY REALLY ISN’T: JUST PARADE SQUARE DRILL MARCHING

Posted on June 4, 2022 by ivanmconsiglio

Any soldier will admit and concede that military drill has multiple benefits, some intangible and some to be realised possibly years later. All of these benefits come to fruition in battle, that’s why soldiers march in the military, but they also are realised in all kinds of aspects of life in general. Continue reading →

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Farewell Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Posted on April 10, 2021 by ivanmconsiglio

Farewell Philip, Duke of Edinburgh Continue reading →

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ROMANUS – Roman festival at Fort Rinella

Posted on March 18, 2015 by ivanmconsiglio

The Fundazzjoni Wirt Artna (FWA) will be holding ROMANUS – Roman festival, a special event at Fort Rinella in Kalkara, for families and friends. This annual Roman festival will be held this week-end, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22nd March 2015, between 10.00 and 17.00hrs on each day, and … Continue reading →

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Lectures at the Fortifications Interpretation Centre – The Fortress Builders

Posted on March 12, 2015 by ivanmconsiglio

Lectures at Fortifications Interpretation Centre – The Fortress Builders Continue reading →

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New rules for Frontex rescues: EU Parliament approves search and rescue rules to prevent deaths at sea

Posted on April 19, 2014 by ivanmconsiglio

Clearer search and rescue rules for EU border guards dealing with migrants at risk of drowning in the Mediterranean – ©Frontex_Eurosur 2014 New search and rescue rules to clarify how border guards serving in Frontex sea operations should deal with … Continue reading →

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ILLEGAL MIGRANTS RESCUED BY MALTESE MILITARY 20 MARCH, 2014

Posted on March 24, 2014 by ivanmconsiglio

The Armed Forces of Malta’s Rescue co-ordination Centre at Luqa Barracks was alerted to a boat which required assistance, carrying some 91 migrants on board (including 5 women). After locating their inflatable rubber dinghy, in a position some 25 nautical … Continue reading →

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