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2026-01-18 20:11 UTC
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Winning the long game: Sustaining sea power as our enduring advantage
The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Daryl Caudle asserts that the United States aims to maintain such a formidable and proactive naval presence that it deters conflicts from arising. He emphas...
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...
Shadow Fleet: US Plans to Intercept All Ships
The United States is reportedly planning to increase maritime surveillance and interception operations globally, focusing on unidentified or suspicious vessels at sea. This involves enhancing naval pr...
Indian Navy Confirms Induction of 10 Indigenous Drishti 10 Starliner MALE Drones for Enhanced Naval Surveillance
The Indian Navy has announced plans to introduce ten Drishti-10 Starliner Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones aimed at enhancing naval surveillance capabilities, as shared by Chief of the Nav...
China, Russia, Iran start 'BRICS Plus' naval exercises in South African waters
China, Russia, and Iran commenced joint naval exercises in South African waters this weekend as part of the BRICS Plus initiative. The declared purpose is to ensure maritime safety and economic activi...
Pentagon: Another Sanctioned Oil Tanker Held in Caribbean Sea
The Pentagon announced the interception of an oil tanker subjected to sanctions in the Caribbean Sea. The operation aligns with broader efforts to enforce international sanctions through naval presenc...
The New Maritime Operating Environment
A geopolitical analysis suggests that maritime insecurity poses significant risks comparable to land-based conflicts, highlighting how oceans have become central arenas for international competition. ...
Indian Navy Plans to Induct a Warship Every Six Weeks
India's navy plans to commission new warships at a rate of one every six weeks throughout 2026. This strategy aims to enhance maritime strength and stimulate economic growth, reflecting New Delhi's st...
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...
China to lead joint naval drills with Brics nations in South African waters
Next week, China will lead joint naval exercises named 'Will for Peace 2026' with BRICS nations in South Africa's waters. This marks the first defense cooperation initiative of the bloc, potentially a...
Ukraine develops new armed boat for elite GUR troops
The Ukrainian military intelligence has received a new specialized armed patrol boat designed for maritime operations on January 1st as part of their operational support. The vessel was purchased and ...
Indian Navy To Boost Surveillance With MQ-9 Drones
The Indian Navy aims to enhance its surveillance and maritime reconnaissance capabilities through the acquisition of 31 MQ-9 drones, according to Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi’s statement on December 18, ...
Indian Navy’s Combat Aviation Capability Takes Wing
The Indian Navy has expanded its combat aviation capabilities with the acquisition of MH-60R Romeo helicopters, which are renowned for their all-weather and day-night operational capacity tailored for...
India's Sea Surveillance Hamstrung As ALH Dhruv Remains Grounded
A significant operational crisis has hit India's maritime surveillance due to the extended grounding of its indigenously produced Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) DHRUV fleet used by both the Navy and ...
Clumsy ships, big risks: China’s evolving maritime playbook
China's increasing maritime activities pose security threats to Taiwan and Europe. The article suggests that European nations must collaborate more closely with Indo-Pacific allies to address and coun...
TASL, Airbus and DRDO Commence Development of Special C-295 Maritime Surveillance Aircraft Variant for Indian Navy
In a move to bolster India's maritime security, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), Airbus, and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have initiated development of a customized va...
Pentagon on Caribbean Sea Blockade: At Least Seven Oil Tankers Deployed in a Day
The Pentagon reports an increase in maritime activity within the Caribbean Sea where at least seven oil tankers were deployed in one day as part of what is described as 'a significant naval operation'...
“Kinetic sanctions”: Ukraine’s weapon against Russia’s shadow fleet has shipowners running, says expert
Ukraine has effectively utilized 'kinetic sanctions' as leverage against Russian naval vessels, impacting international shipping industries more comprehensively than Western imposed measures could ach...
US Seizes Another Oil Tanker In The Caribbean
The United States has detained another oil tanker in the Caribbean as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt illicit maritime activities and enforce international sanctions....
Fast Patrol Vessel 'Amulya' Commissioned Into Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard has commissioned the fast patrol vessel (FPV) Amulya, the third in the Adamya-class series, at Goa Shipyard Limited on December 19, 2025. The commissioning highlights India's co...
Finland detains vessel after cable damaged between Tallinn and Helsinki
On Wednesday morning, Finland's police detained a cargo ship in the Gulf of Finland after an undersea cable connecting Estonia to Finland was reportedly damaged. Estonian authorities noted issues with...
Lithuania Wants to Send Warship to Ukraine's Coast
The article discusses Lithuanian intentions to deploy a military vessel near Ukraine as part of increased naval presence and support for maritime security in the region....
International Fleet Review In Vizag In Feb 2026
The Indian Navy plans to host the International Fleet Review (IFR) in Visakhapatnam from February 15-25, 2026. This event aims to enhance maritime security and naval cooperation among over a hundred p...
Mexican President Urges Dialogue and Peace Amid U.S. Military Operations Against Suspected Narcotic Vessels
The Mexican president has called for calm and dialogue as tensions arise due to recent U.S. military actions targeting suspected drug trafficking vessels off Mexico's coast, emphasizing the importance...
Ukraine may offer Poland cooperation in drone defense and maritime security – Zelenskyy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine mentioned a potential offer of collaboration with Poland in the areas of drone defense systems and maritime safety. The specifics of such cooperation, includin...
US Intercepts New Oil Rig Vessel in Caribbean Due to Suspicion of Illegal Activities
The United States Navy has intercepted an oil rig vessel suspected of engaging in illegal activities within the Caribbean region. Authorities have not specified the nature of these alleged illegal act...
Space-Z Aerospace Unveils MarineSky-365 Maritime Defence UAV
Space-Z Aerospace Pvt. Ltd., located in Tamil Nadu, India, has launched the MarineSky-365, a long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle designed for maritime defense. The platform is aimed at addressing t...
Drones Hit Greek-Owned Oil Tankers in Black Sea
Two tankers, one Maltese-flagged 'Matilda' and one Liberian-flagged 'Delta Harmony', owned by Greek interests sustained drone attacks but were not severely damaged according to an official from Greece...
Japan’s top diplomat heads to Philippines with South China Sea top of mind
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi will visit Manila as part of a nine-day tour that also includes stops in Israel, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, and India. During his stay in the Phili...
US Intercepts Oil Tanker Olina in Caribbean
The United States intercepted an oil tanker named Olina in the Caribbean Sea. While details of the operation are not fully disclosed, this action underscores ongoing maritime security and surveillance...
US Intercepts Another Ghost Fleet Oil Tanker in the Caribbean
The United States has intercepted another oil tanker believed to be part of the 'ghost fleet' operating illicitly in the Caribbean region. No additional details regarding specific ships or actions tak...
Coast Guard Pursuing Third Tanker in Caribbean Amid Venezuela Blockade
The U.S. Coast Guard continues operations in the Caribbean region by pursuing an additional oil tanker suspected of aiding Venezuela's circumvention of international sanctions. This marks the third in...
America First at Sea
An article discusses how a significant number of oil tankers operate largely unchecked on the seas today....
Shadow Fleet Tankers: What the US Said About Oil-Loaded Ships
The US has commented on ships loaded with oil, which are part of what some refer to as the 'shadow fleet'. There is no detailed information or specific claims made in this snippet about any particular...