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Japan Aims to Highlight Pacific Defense in Three Security Documents
Japan plans to emphasize its defense strategy for the Pacific Ocean within three key security documents. The move appears to be part of Japan's broader regional security posture and likely involves st...
Former Defense Minister Warns About China and Russia - NATO Must Strengthen Its Presence in Greenland
A former defense minister has issued warnings regarding the growing influence of both China and Russia near Greenland. The official emphasized that NATO should take action to reinforce its presence in...
Jeremy Chambers Becomes the First Army NCO to Commission As FAO Captain
U.S. Army Master Sergeant Jeremy Chambers was promoted directly to Captain without going through the Lieutenant ranks, marking him as the first non-commissioned officer (NCO) promoted to this position...
Pinaka LRGR Fires Back: India's 120km Precision Strike Neutralises Pakistan's Fatah Threat
India has successfully tested its Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR) with a range of up to 120 km, developed by the DRDO. This development comes as a response to Pakistan’s advancements in rocket ...
India Launches PARAM SHAKTI: Homegrown 3.1 Petaflop Supercomputing Powerhouse For Defence At IIT-Madras
India has unveiled the indigenous supercomputer PARAM SHAKTI at IIT Madras, marking a significant step in its technological self-reliance strategy under the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. The system...
US Energy Secretary Wright: Nuclear Tests Discussion at White House
The situation surrounding nuclear tests has become a topic of conversation within the White House according to US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm (referred as Wright in the original title). The ...
Pentagon's 'Slimmed Down' 2025 China Military Power Report
The Pentagon has released an abbreviated version of its report assessing China’s military power and strategic intentions up to the year 2025, focusing on capabilities, defense strategy, and potential ...
Air Force outines acquisition changes supporting Hegseth mandate
The Air Force has detailed planned modifications to its acquisition procedures aimed at executing the directives laid out by Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall's legislative proposal known as th...
The Shifting Focus in Eastern European Defense
NATO countries on its eastern frontier are reviewing defense strategies with a special emphasis on Poland and the Baltic states. These nations have long focused on rapid response and NATO reinforcemen...
US media: Pentagon announces significant increase in Patriot interceptor production
The US Department of Defense has announced plans to significantly boost production levels for Patriot missile interceptors as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance ballistic missile defense capabilit...
Labour MP warns Russia considers itself at war with UK
Labour Member of Parliament Graeme Downie has issued a warning that unless the United Kingdom steps up its defense preparedness, it risks being exposed to increasing aggression from Russia, which repo...
A 34-Year-Old Tech Minister Now Runs Ukraine’s War – Here’s Why
Mykhailo Fedorov, a 34-year-old former tech minister, has been appointed as Defense Minister in Ukraine. His appointment underscores a strategic shift towards leveraging technology for warfare and enh...
Danish Prime Minister: Greenland takeover would be the end for NATO
The Danish Prime Minister has warned that any attempt to take over Greenland could lead to its withdrawal from NATO, as such an event would severely undermine security in the region and across member ...
Defence Minister Commissions ICG’s Pollution Control Vessel ‘Samudra Pratap’ In Goa
On January 5, 2026, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) first domestically designed and constructed pollution control vessel, Samudra Pratap, at Goa Shipy...
Turkey tests SİPER-1 air and missile defense system
Turkey has completed acceptance testing for its domestically developed SİPER-1 long-range air and missile defense system at the Sinop Test Center in northern Turkey. The successful test confirms the r...
Vance argues Venezuela attack will help curb fentanyl crisis
Vice President Pence defended the U.S. military strike on Venezuela by arguing that it could contribute to reducing the flow of illicit drugs like fentanyl into the country. This defense comes in resp...
Zelensky Seeks to Move Defense Minister Shmyhal to Energy Ministry
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky intends to replace Denys Shmyhal as the defense minister and transfer him back to the energy sector. Shmyhal served as prime minister and has experience in manag...
Zelenskyy Wants to Replace Ukraine's Defense Minister
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine has expressed his intention to replace the current defense minister. This move comes amid ongoing challenges as Ukraine continues its struggle against Russian ...
President Zelenskyy Names Head of Military Intelligence as New Chief of Staff
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the current head of military intelligence (GUR), to serve as his new chief of staff. This decision reflects a strategic shift towa...
Prime Minister Donald Tusk: Poland Will Have the Strongest Army in Europe
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced his ambition for Poland to have the strongest army within the European Union framework. This statement underscores a shift towards a more assertive defense ...
'How India Exercises Right To Defend Itself Is Up To India,' Says EAM Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India has an unequivocal right to defend itself against terrorism and stressed that the way this right is exercised is a matter for India alo...
Polish Prime Minister Promises Swift Capture of Baltic Sea by 2026: Relations Between Moscow and Warsaw, Update on Maritime Boundaries
The Polish Prime Minister has made statements suggesting a potential military strategy involving the Baltic Sea area as early as 2026. This declaration is framed in the context of current geopolitical...
Russia Claims Downing of 4,300 Ukrainian Drones in December
According to Russian claims, over 4,300 Ukrainian drones were downed by Russia in the month of December alone, setting a new record as per Moscow's statements....
Weapons that Ukraine Should Receive for the First Time This Year: Experts Explain What to Expect
Experts have forecasted and explained what types of weapons Ukraine will receive for the first time this year as part of its military aid from various countries. The discussion includes predictions an...
Russian Defence Minister Says Russia Shot Down 29 Drones Heading Toward Moscow
The Russian Defense Ministry announced today that they intercepted and shot down 29 Ukrainian drones attempting to fly towards the capital city of Moscow. No further details were provided regarding th...
The U.S. Army Can’t Build New Weapons Anymore
The U.S. Army faces challenges with program delays and aging legacy fleets, compounded by Ukraine’s experience showing vulnerabilities in armored vehicles without modern tactics and protection. The M1...
China: Pentagon Reports New Intercontinental Missile
The Pentagon has announced the development of a new intercontinental missile system. This declaration comes at a time when China's military capabilities are under close scrutiny by US defense analysts...
Ukraine News for December 31 - Defense Forces Strike Tuapse Refinery
On December 31, Ukrainian defense forces reportedly targeted the Tuapse refinery located in Russia. This attack is part of a series of actions by Ukraine that affect Russian infrastructure....
Poland orders auto minelayers, bracing for potential Russian invasion
The deputy defense minister of Poland has expressed concerns that if Russia continues its offensive and conquers Ukraine, the next target could be Europe. In response to these fears, Poland is procuri...
India-Russia Kick Off IL-114-300 Aircraft Joint Production Talks Post-Putin Visit; HAL-UAC Seal MoU, ROSTEC Leads Feasibility Study
India and Russia have initiated discussions on joint production of the IL-114-300 turboprop aircraft, with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Russian United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) signing a M...
U.S. Allies Need to ‘Become Porcupines’
An analysis piece from Foreign Policy suggests that U.S. allies must fortify their defense capabilities independently due to potential shifts in American security commitments post-2026. The author lik...
Syrskyi interview: 800,000 troops guarantee defense as reforms reshape Ukraine’s military
According to an interview with President Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine is aiming to have a military force of around 800,000 personnel to ensure national security. The president also stressed the ongoing...
Outgunned territorials retreat. Now the path to Zaporizhzhia is open.
Ukrainian military commanders failed to adequately defend Huliaipole in the Zaporizhzhia Oblast, resulting in the town's fall. The situation is described as chaotic and likely to worsen....
Ukraine Deploys Multi-Layer Drone Shield Against Shahed Attacks - Syrsky
The Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) are expanding their aerial defense capabilities against Iranian-made Shahed drones used by Russia. This includes setting up multiple layers of UAV interceptors, enhan...
China’s lagging basic research demands core tech pivot as US curbs bite: economic adviser
A prominent Chinese economist warns that China must accelerate basic research and master core technologies to compete with the United States, which is increasingly restricting access to advanced techn...
MoD Targets 2026 Dry Kaveri Certification To Fast-Track Ghatak Combat Drone CCS Nod
The Indian Ministry of Defence has set a deadline for the certification of the indigenous Dry Kaveri engine by Gas Turbine Research Establishment in 2026. Meeting this target is crucial for securing C...
Post-Operation Sindoor, DRDO Transfers Key Camouflage, Deception Techs To Army For Battle Superiority
Following Operation Sindoor, DRDO has provided the Indian Army with two critical technologies: Camouflage Pattern Generation Software Sigma 4.0 (CPGSS4.0) from Defence Laboratory Jodhpur, enhancing ba...
Poland prepares €2 billion anti-drone barrier to deter future Russian UAV incursions
Polish officials are planning to deploy an extensive anti-drone defensive system costing approximately 2 billion euros along the country's eastern border with Russia and Belarus. This barrier will int...
DRDO-LRDE MMFD Program Clears Tech Evaluation: HAL, L&T, Alpha, ICOMM, AMPL Shortlisted; Financial Bids Underway
The Defence Research and Development Organisation's Laboratory for Electronics and Radar Development (DRDO–LRDE) has made significant progress on its Multi-Mode Firefinder Radar (MMFD) program. The te...
Pentagon Report Clarifies Trump's Plans Regarding China: Do Not Seek To Strangle, Dominate, Or Humiliate China
The Pentagon has issued a report clarifying the former President Donald Trump’s strategic approach towards China, emphasizing that while the US seeks to counterbalance and deter potential aggressive a...
MoD Sets 2026 Target for Dry Kaveri Certification to Expedite CCS Clearance for Ghatak UCAV Project
The Ministry of Defence has set a deadline for the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) to complete certification of the Dry Kaveri engine by 2026. This accelerated timeline is intended to speed ...
Aryavart Technologies Delivers First Batch of Arya UAVs To IAF
Bhopal-based Aryavart Technologies has delivered the first batch of ARYA-5001 tactical unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to the Indian Air Force, marking a significant milestone in India's indigenous de...
Carney, Zelenskyy Speak as Ukrainian President Prepares for Peace Talks in Florida
British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace and UK Ambassador to Ukraine James Watkins met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of his visit to Florida. The meeting discussed preparations for ...
Pentagon Alarm Bells Ring Despite Diplomatic Optimism
The Department of Defense's annual report highlights an increased risk to U.S. homeland security due to evolving global power dynamics and China's rapid military modernization....
China slams US Pentagon report
The Chinese government has strongly criticized the latest report released by the U.S. Department of Defense, which assesses China's military capabilities and activities. The criticism reflects ongoing...
Pentagon Annual Report: CCP Expanding Military Threats to US Homeland
The Pentagon's annual report highlights an increasing military threat from China, specifically mentioning expanded capabilities that challenge U.S. strategic interests in the Pacific and could potenti...
Israel’s Katz doubles down on support of settlements in Gaza
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has reaffirmed his support for establishing settlements in Gaza despite previous statements suggesting otherwise and subsequent clarifications from his office. He ...
NATO Takes to the Skies with Fighter Jets
NATO has deployed fighter jets as part of its readiness and deterrence measures in recent operations. These deployments underscore NATO's commitment to collective defense....
IAF Eyes Integration of Indigenous Astra Mk1 Missiles on Mirage-2000 Fleet Amidst MICA NG Missile Supply Delays
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is considering integrating its domestically produced Astra Mk1 air-to-air missiles onto the upgraded Mirage-2000 fleet due to ongoing supply delays with the advanced MICA NG...
Syria's Shibani talks defense, economic ties with Russia's Putin during Moscow visit
During his visit to Moscow, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani and Defense Minister Maj. Gen. Murhaf Abu Qasra held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin focusing on defense cooperation an...
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