Japan wary of provocations amid intrusions by Chinese, Russian vessels
Although no coordination between China and Russia has been confirmed, their vessels have been spotted sailing around Japan on similar routes since mid-June.
Defence & Security
Kishida hails significance of Nato’s recognition of Chinese security threat
The Strategic Concept, which will guide Nato’s actions for the next 10 years, mentioned China for the first time and highlighted the threat posed by China’s hegemonic…
Nato’s bigger remit brings rising dangers
Leaders of four Asia-Pacific nations also participated in the summit for the first time, a move seen by many as a bid to counter China's growing influence in the region.
South Korea foreign minister hints at military cooperation with Japan, US
It is likely that Seoul would ramp up efforts to normalize the operation of the General Security of Military Information Agreement, an intelligence-sharing agreement with Japan.
Zelensky vows to regain Lsyschansk after last holdout in eastern region falls
Russia said its capture of the city of Lysychansk, the last holdout in the key region, gave it full control of eastern Luhansk.
China warns Philippine troops at Ayungin Shoal: Don’t make trouble
Beijing has been trying for years to prevent the Navy’s resupply missions but over the past months, it has displayed new tactics.
US-led Pacific naval drill launched amid rising China tensions
US allies in the Indo-Pacific region including Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines are participating in the exercise, regarded as the world's biggest…
The promising prospect of a nuclear-weapons prohibition treaty
Signed in 2017, the treaty has received 86 signatories and 65 ratifications within the last five years, with more expected to join on board.
North Korean hackers suspected of stealing $100 million crypto from US firm
The US-sanctioned Lazarus Group is controlled by North Korea’s primary intelligence bureau, the Reconnaissance General Bureau.
NATO backs military aid for ‘heroic’ Ukraine, Russia steps up attacks
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said the war against Ukraine has shattered peace in Europe and has created the biggest security crisis in Europe since WWII.