Authority over DMZ access tests Seoul-United Nations Command coordination
Complaints are rising in Seoul that the US-led command maintains excessive control over an area primarily secured by South Korean forces.
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102 Cambodian troops killed as Thailand’s forces advance on 13 border fronts: Thai army
Since December 7, the Second Army estimates that Cambodian forces have also suffered the destruction of 6 T-55 tanks, 1 BM-21 multiple rocket launcher, 64 drones, and 1 anti-drone…
China claims Japan orchestrated radar incident, as Japan issues denial
Japan’s Defence Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, rebutted China’s claims at an emergency press conference on Wednesday, asserting that there was no prior notification from the…
Vietnam joins second ASEAN–US Maritime Exercise
Through these activities, participating countries reaffirm their shared commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region.
China-Russia joint air patrol shows ‘resolve to maintain peace, stability’
Zhang Xiaogang, a spokesman for China's Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks in response to comments posted by a senior Japanese official regarding the China-Russia…
Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim calls Cambodian, Thai leaders as clashes remain unresolved
Also on December 9, speaking from Pennsylvania, US President Donald Trump stated that he plans to make phone calls to the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand after both sides engaged…
Thailand intensifies military response as border conflict with Cambodia escalates
Thai forces repel rocket attacks and clear mines as civilian areas sustain damage in ongoing border confrontations.
Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi says China did not issue advance notice about military drill
He added that Japan “will respond calmly and resolutely” to China’s military activities and “make sure to use all means of surveillance and monitoring.”
Thai shelling, F-16 bombs force more than 120,000 Cambodian students to halt studies
The Ministry of Interior reported that Thai military attacks of all types — especially shelling and munitions dropped from F-16 fighter aircraft — have destroyed civilian…
Bangladesh’s militant pipeline to Pakistan
Their recruitment marks a dangerous new export for Bangladesh and a perplexing shift in South Asian militancy.