Canadian warship passes through Taiwan Strait, drawing China’s ire
A Canadian warship passed through the Taiwan Strait in what Ottawa called a commitment to an open Indo-Pacific, drawing a rebuke from China that the
U.S. strengthens Indo-Pacific alliances – but are they ready for potential conflict?
The United States has moved to significantly strengthen its alliances in the Indo-Pacific in recent days amid the security threat from China – including a
Germany’s Pistorius talks Middle East, Indo-Pacific
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told DW of the importance of de-escalation in the Middle East, especially following the killings of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. He
Only 30 Mins From Taiwan, US Delegation Visits ‘Strategic’ Subic Bay That Can Host Aircraft Carriers, Nuke Submarines
As the provisional agreement between the Philippines and China concerning the resupply of Filipino troops shows cracks, the United States has stepped in to reinforce the
All 89 Russian Drones ‘Wiped Out’ During July 31 Kyiv Attack; Moscow Happy With Gerbera UAV’s Success?
Through the night of July 31, Russia targeted Kyiv with 89 drones. According to Ukrainian sources, all Russian drones were shot down. You might wonder
Japan’s USV technology gains momentum amid escalating maritime tensions
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is prioritizing implementation of uncrewed surface vessels (USV), describing the technology as a game changer in intelligence gathering, surveillance
From the Bookshelf: ‘Australian Defence and Deterrence: A 2024 Update’
In Australia’s Defence and Deterrence, long-time analyst of global defence issues and frequent commentator on Australian defence Robbin Laird has written another timely book. He provides
High-Ranking North Korean Defectors: A Sign of Cracks in Kim Jong Un’s Regime?
Recently, news emerged about a North Korean diplomat stationed in Cuba defecting at the end of last year, sparking speculation about a potential chain reaction
9/11 suspects reach US plea deal, Pentagon says
The Pentagon said Wednesday that three defendants in a tied to the September 11, 2001 attacks entered a plea deal. “The specific terms and conditions of the
Tried, Tested, True: 5th ANGLICO Completes Certification Exercise 24.3
Marines with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, trained across Okinawa to conduct their Certification Exercise 24.3. CERTEX 24.3