Nato to boost troops on high alert to over 300,000
The June 28 to 30 Nato summit comes at a pivotal moment for the alliance after failures in Afghanistan and internal discord during the era of former US President Donald Trump, who…
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Taiwan radio enthusiasts monitor China warplanes
Taiwan has complained for years of repeated Chinese air force missions into its air defense identification zone, which is not territorial airspace but a broader area it monitors…
RIMPAC attempts clearer deterrence of China
It is predicted that the latest US weaponry systems, such as unmanned boats, will be used and joint drills will be conducted for cyber and electronic warfare.
G-7 to exert more pressure on Russia: US official
According to an official, Group of Seven leaders will discuss at their upcoming summit how to cut their dependence on Russian energy and Russia’s revenues from energy exports.
North Korean military discusses changes to operational plan, frontline forces’ mission
The move is seen as preparation for deploying tactical nuclear weapons along the border.
North Korea holds party meeting to discuss ‘crucial, urgent’ tasks for military buildup
The meeting comes at a critical juncture when South Korea and the United States have said North Korea could conduct a nuclear test at any time in Tunnel No. 3 at the Punggye-ri…
Asean defence chiefs adopt co-op declaration at meeting
Cambodia, as the chair of Asean, hosted the meeting, which was also attended by General Mya Tun Oo, the Myanmar defence minister appointed by the ruling State Administration…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviews defence cooperation between India, Australia
He announced that the India-Australia Joint Working Group on defence research will meet in Australia later this year.
5 Russian warships pass through Tsushima Strait
The ships, including a destroyer, entered the Sea of Japan, the Japanese defence ministry official said.
US military ramps up activities in and around Okinawa
The US appears to be trying to improve the deployment capabilities of its forces in East Asia as part of efforts possibly aimed at deterring China and North Korea, amid a…