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Taiwan Army Unit Simulates Port Attack
During escalating cross-strait tensions, the Republic of China (ROC) Army’s 2nd Mechanized Infantry Battalion, under the Lanyang Regional Command, staged a military exercise on February 7, 2025. The drill simulated the defense... More of this article »
From Foes to Allies? Syria and Turkey Explore Defense Pact
In a significant development signaling a shift in regional dynamics, Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Shara’a visited Turkey on Tuesday, February 4th. This visit, following his inaugural foreign trip to Saudi Arabia, marks a new... More of this article »
India and Nepal Solidify Defense Partnership
In a move signaling a continued commitment to bilateral relations, top military brass from India and Nepal recently convened in Kathmandu to explore avenues for enhanced defense cooperation. Lieutenant General Zubin A. Minwalla, General... More of this article »
Nordic Nation Deploys AI-Powered Drone Swarms for Enhanced Military Surveillance
In a significant stride towards modernizing its defense capabilities, Sweden has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative involving swarms of aerial drones designed to augment the operational effectiveness of its armed forces. This development,... More of this article »
Philippines-China Tensions Escalate in South China Sea
The South China Sea continues to be a focal point of escalating tensions between the Philippines and China. Recent actions by the Chinese Coast Guard have prompted strong condemnation from Manila, leading to increased concerns about... More of this article »
Asia-Pacific Navies Build Up to Counter China’s Growing Might
A shift is underway in the naval strategies of Asia-Pacific nations. Driven by concerns over China’s increasingly assertive posture in the region, countries from Japan to Australia are rapidly expanding their amphibious warfare... More of this article »
China’s Rapid Military Expansion Sparks DoD Concern
A new Department of Defense (DoD) report has sparked concerns over China’s rapid military expansion. One expert compared the country’s military buildup to that of a major world power in the 1930s. The report details significant... More of this article »
Shake-Up in the Ranks: China’s Military Faces Unprecedented Scrutiny Under Xi
Recent developments within China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have revealed a significant shift in the country’s military. A series of unexpected leadership changes, coupled with the ousting of high-ranking military... More of this article »
Defense Department Doubles Down on Drones
A recent surge in reported drone sightings across New Jersey, particularly near military installations like Picatinny Arsenal and Naval Weapons Station Earle, has prompted heightened scrutiny and speculation. Since mid-November, numerous... More of this article »
Taiwan Responds to Unprecedented Chinese Military Buildup Near Island
Taiwan’s Defense Ministry announced on Tuesday the initiation of combat readiness drills in response to a significant mobilization of Chinese military forces around the island. The scale of the Chinese deployment is unprecedented,... More of this article »
Subsea Sabotage Spurs NATO to Develop Uncrewed Fleet
Following a series of incidents involving damage to undersea cables across European waters, NATO is developing plans for a dedicated fleet of uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) to enhance surveillance and security in the Baltic and Mediterranean... More of this article »
Record Military Spending: Russia Doubles Down on Ukraine
The Russian Federation Council has given its final approval to an increase in military spending for 2025. The budget allocates a record-breaking 13.5 trillion rubles (approximately $125 billion USD) to “national defense,” representing... More of this article »
NATO’s Expanding Missile Shield and Europe’s Unified Defense Strategy
A wave of new defense initiatives is sweeping across Europe, marked by increased collaboration on joint military projects and the expansion of NATO’s missile defense capabilities. These developments come during heightened security... More of this article »