Karen U. Kwiatkowski Featured in Tehran Times
Tehran Times published an article featuring Karen U. Kwiatkowski, a former U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel and political commentator.
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Tehran Times published an article featuring Karen U. Kwiatkowski, a former U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel and political commentator.

Details of a 14-point US-Iran framework agreement have been reported, including discussions on unfreezing Iranian assets and potential impacts on Israel-Lebanon negotiations. The deal has drawn both praise and criticism from international figures and nations.

The defense lawyers for David Sánchez and Gallardo have criticized Lieutenant Colonel Balas, accusing him of bias towards the prosecution and asking the court to review recordings, asserting that they deserve equal respect.

A 'creepy' military exercise in Sweden aims to provide future soldiers with a realistic picture of what they can expect, with a lieutenant colonel stating it's their responsibility to prepare them.
An IDF colonel has been suspended following the opening of a Military Police Investigation into a complaint of a sexual nature made by a lieutenant colonel.

Funeral prayers for Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Hussain, who was martyred in Balochistan, were held at Chaklala Garrison, with Prime Minister Shehbaz and Chief of Army Staff Munir in attendance.

Lieutenant Colonel Bjørnar Dullum observes that more Norwegians are choosing comfort over physical activity, warning that this trend could have significant consequences in a time of war.
Kevin Dietsch/Getty; ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/Getty; Michael M. Santiago/Getty; Tyler Le/BI Last July, four high-ranking tech executives — all of them involved with artificial intelligence — were sworn into the US Army Reserves with the rank of lieutenant colonel. They were part of a new unit called Detachment 201, also known as the Executive Innovation Corps. The Pentagon has introduced many initiatives to deepen relationships with Silicon Valley. But making officers out of multimillionair...

32,000 soldiers in Norway are demonstrating their capability to repel Russian forces in the north, showcasing strength and unity, according to a lieutenant colonel.
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Sarit Zehavi discusses Hezbollah's weakened but still dangerous capabilities and Israel's efforts to curb its growth.

Family members and 'admirers' paid their last respects to former Civil Guard lieutenant colonel Tejero at a private funeral in Xàtiva, with the hearse adorned with wreaths from the Francisco Franco Foundation and España 2000.

Antonio Tejero Molina, the Civil Guard lieutenant colonel who stormed the Spanish Congress of Deputies with a gun in hand on February 23, 1981, in an attempt to overthrow the government, has passed away.

An explosive-laden motorcycle rammed vehicle in security forces convoy, military says.
Ukraine has suspended Lieutenant Colonel Yuriy Harkavyi, commander of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment 'Skala,' pending a probe into allegations of torturing recruits and at least 26 noncombat deaths.
Lieutenant Colonel Pilot Krzysztof "Sniper" Woelke, who piloted one of the F-35 fighter jets during a recent flight over Poland, shared details and "small secrets" about the experience, emphasizing the need for full concentration during landing.

David Sánchez, brother of the Spanish Prime Minister, along with other defendants, reportedly evaded questions from the prosecution regarding his attempt to rent a property before a position was awarded. The case involves accusations of fabricating a 'fiction novel' by a lieutenant colonel.
Lieutenant Colonel (ret.) Ilie Ciocan, a Romanian World War II veteran and one of Europe's oldest, has passed away just one day before his 113th birthday.

Montenegro's State Secretary in the Ministry of Defense, Sandra Radević, has publicly called on Mr. Zirojević to apologize to the public for his "unserious approach," stating that there is currently no lieutenant colonel with specific initials in the Army of Montenegro.
Lieutenant Colonel Balas, head of the UCO, returned to the Supreme Court to present evidence against former Transport Minister Ábalos. This follows his participation in the conviction of the former Attorney General and precedes the upcoming trial of the president's brother.

Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has categorically denied all corruption charges in her UK trial, stating in court that she never asked for, took, or received any bribes and did not abuse her office.
Lieutenant Colonel Marcin Faliński stated that Poland was once a significant player in the Middle East, with a notable economic and political presence, as discussed in a business program.

Lieutenant Colonel Claude Robinet has been appointed as the new Chief of Staff of the Luxembourg Army, succeeding Steve Thull, with his term set to begin on October 1, 2026.
Newly declassified documents related to the 1981 23-F coup attempt in Spain, involving Lieutenant Colonel Antonio Tejero, have been released, offering few new revelations but maintaining some unanswered questions. One document indicates that Coloma Gallegos, former Captain General of Catalonia, was prepared to support the coup.
The ashes of former Civil Guard lieutenant colonel Antonio Tejero, known for his role in the 1981 coup attempt, will be transferred to Torre del Mar in Málaga, a town where he resided for a period.

Antonio Tejero Molina, the Civil Guard lieutenant colonel who led the failed coup attempt in Spain on February 23, 1981, has passed away.

A Russian lieutenant colonel is on trial for allegedly skimming payments intended for battlefield injuries, a charge he denies in specifics.
The 150th anniversary marks the defeat and death of Lieutenant Colonel George A. Custer and the 7th Cavalry at Little Bighorn, one of the most mythologized battles of the Indian Wars and the destruction of their culture.

Former leaders of the Basque separatist group ETA have refused to testify before the Audiencia Nacional regarding the Santa Pola attack and the assassination of Lieutenant Colonel Pedro Antonio Blanco.

Reports allege that political leaders within the Guardia Civil harassed the UCO investigative unit to protect Prime Minister Sánchez, with the director following a plan set by a PSOE operative. The accusations detail a plot involving Lieutenant Colonel Llamas and targeting Colonel Yuste, suggesting deep infiltration of political influence into the security forces.
The Central Operative Unit (UCO) has visited the Guardia Civil headquarters, led by Lieutenant Colonel Antonio Balas and ordered by Judge Pedraz, to gather documents and testimonies regarding internal investigations opened due to journalistic reports of leaks.

Montenegrin MP Nikola Zirojević has questioned the Ministry of Defense regarding potential disciplinary proceedings against a lieutenant colonel for singing a Chetnik song, suggesting a dishonorable discharge.

Lieutenant Colonel Balas testified before the Supreme Court, alleging that former minister José Luis Ábalos was involved in opening businesses for a criminal organization with significant access at…

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the Renewed Hope Enterprise Bridge Initiative, a new digital platform designed to foster connections between policymakers and entrepreneurs for more responsive governance.

A Lieutenant Colonel warns that the 'deterrent capability' of the Irish Defence Forces will be severely compromised if the government fails to address the ongoing retention crisis, as analysis suggests personnel targets are years away.

Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani described progress so far as positive
Antonio Tejero Molina, the former Civil Guard lieutenant colonel who led the failed 1981 coup attempt in Spain, has died at the age of 92, remaining steadfast in his ideals.
Antonio Tejero, the former lieutenant colonel who led a failed coup attempt in Spain in 1981, has passed away.

Antonio Tejero, the former Guardia Civil lieutenant colonel who led the failed 1981 coup attempt in Spain (23-F), has died. He was sentenced to 30 years in prison for military rebellion.