Japan mulling missile unit deployment on Yonaguni
The deployment of a missile unit on Japan's westernmost island would strengthen defences in the region, in anticipation of an emergency in Taiwan.
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South Korea, US hold air drills as North Korea steps up rhetoric
The drills came as Washington seeks to contain not only an increasingly belligerent North Korea but an emboldened China, a country the US wants to put in check by rallying its…
Chinese coast guard challenges anew Phillipines resupply team to Ayungin Shoal
Philippine troops were again at the receiving end of radio challenges from the Chinese coast guard, and were also shadowed by several other Chinese militia vessels.
India successfully carries out night trials of over 5,000 Km range Agni-5 ballistic missile
The missile, which uses a three-stage solid-fuelled engine, is capable of striking targets at ranges up to 5,000 kilometres with a very high degree of accuracy.
Russian strategic bombers patrol Sea of Japan
Two Russian Tu-95MS long-range strategic bombers performed a flight, lasting over seven hours, over the neutral waters of the Sea of Japan.
Fears growing Belarus could soon join war in Ukraine to help Putin
Throwing Belarusian troops into the fight would likely change little in the long-term, but could open up short-term tactical advantages for Putin.
Two more Singapore navy Invincible-class submarines launched in Germany
The custom-designed submarines will bring modern and advanced capabilities to the Republic of Singapore Navy, said PM Lee.
S.Korea-China talks expose lingering differences over NK
China called on S. Korea to rally against the US, in a move analysts said showed divergence in views between the two countries.
18 China bombers violates Taiwan air defence zone
Democratic Taiwan lives under the constant threat of invasion by China, which sees the self-ruled island as part of its territory to be seized one day.
Japan to equip PAC-3s with more advanced radar to counter hypersonic weapons
Currently part of the Medium Term Defense Program, it is set to be approved by the Cabinet on December 16 at the earliest.