May 6, 2026
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Women soldiers reminded: ‘Service before self is non-negotiable’
Guyana Defence Force Commanding Officer Colonel Lorraine Foster on Tuesday reaffirmed that “service before self is non-negotiable.” She was speaking at the Guyana Defence Force…
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GDF patrol targeted twice on Tuesday; no injuries reported
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has confirmed that one of its patrols encountered hostile fire twice on Tuesday afternoon while conducting border security operations…
Jamaica praises GDF for Hurricane Melissa recovery work
Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness praised the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Friday for its professionalism and contribution to post-disaster recovery following Hurricane Melissa, describing…
Defence Headquarters dominates GDF Annual Athletics Championship
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has asserted its dominance at the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Annual Athletics Championship, leading the competition as the event enters its penultimate…
1 Infantry Battalion wins third GDF quarterly fitness contest
The 1 Infantry Battalion claimed top spot in the Guyana Defence Force’s third quarterly fitness competition on Friday, edging out teams from across the Force…
Guyana, Colombia sign aerial surveillance pact to boost regional security
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and Colombia’s Ministry of National Defense have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in aerial surveillance, intelligence…
Defence Chief objects to handshake with Azruddin being used for political gain
Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Omar Khan has objected to a photograph of him shaking hands with We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Presidential Candidate Azruddin…
GPF top brass leads as officers cast early votes at Eve Leary
Early voting continued smoothly across the country on Friday as ranks of the Guyana Police Force began casting their ballots ahead of the upcoming General…
Voting for GDF ranks smooth, says Chief of Defence
Voting began without incident for ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) as members of the Disciplined Services this morning cast their ballots ahead of…
GDF maintains humanitarian efforts while safeguarding borders
Despite ongoing border and security challenges, Guyana has accepted thousands of Venezuelan migrants in recent years, balancing compassion with strict safety controls—especially in vulnerable border…
Body of GDF Lance Corporal recovered
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has confirmed the recovery of the body of Lance Corporal Stefon Tudor, who went missing during a routine riverine patrol…
Soldiers attacked by Venezuelan gunmen honoured, promoted for border defence
Six members of the Guyana Defence Force were formally honoured with the Border Defence Medal Class One and elevated in rank for their courageous…
Chief of Defence meets residents of Kaikan
Brigadier Khan is greeted by a resident Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Brigadier Omar Khan, has visited Kaikan, an important border village situated along the…
GDF strengthens visibility on border
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) continues to increase its visibility in key areas within the country’s remote regions in response to Venezuela’s aggression. As part…
USS Normandy, GDFS Shahoud conduct maritime exercise
Deployed to strengthen maritime partnerships in the Caribbean, the US Navy Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) conducted a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the…
GDF contingent arrives in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The main contingent of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) arrived today in St. Vincent and the Grenadines to support rebuilding efforts in the aftermath of…
Venezuela’s ambassador summoned; Guyana strongly condemns attack on GDF supply vessel
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Hilton Todd, today summoned Venezuela’s Ambassador to Guyana, Carlos Perez, to condemn and demand redress for Monday’s…
GDF mobilises to reinforce presence following armed attack near Venezuelan border
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has mobilised to reinforce its presence along the Cuyuni River after an armed attack on a resupply patrol on Monday.…