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New Challenge for US: Pentagon Reports China Record-Breaking Buildup of Nuclear Arsenal
The United States faces a new challenge in its strategic relationship with China as the Pentagon reports that Beijing is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal on an unprecedented scale. This buildup u...
Trump’s pivot puts Pacific Rim at heart of global power shift
President Donald Trump’s National Security Strategy signals an intensification of strategic competition between the US and China, particularly focusing on economic and security issues in the Pacific R...
Supreme Leader Khamenei: If military attack comes, we will strike Israel and US military and naval centers
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has issued a statement indicating that in the event of a military attack on Iran, the country would retaliate by striking against Israel as well as American military...
Trump ordered preparations for an invasion of Greenland, generals react - NATO risks collapse
Former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly ordered preparatory measures for an invasion of Greenland, which caused a significant reaction from military officials and raised concerns about the stabi...
Trump Orders Top Generals to Draft Plan for Invasion of Greenland
President Donald Trump has reportedly instructed top military commanders to develop a plan for invading Greenland. This order follows his earlier statement indicating that the United States would take...
Navy Fast Tracks Build of USS Kennedy 2nd Ford-Class Aircraft Carrier as USS Ford Enters Combat
The U.S. Navy has accelerated the delivery date for the second Ford-class aircraft carrier, USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79), to March 2027 due to pressure from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth who warned t...
Russia deploys new Oreshnik missile in major strike against Ukraine as a global deterrent
Russia has launched an extensive military operation utilizing its newly developed Oreshnik missile system against Ukrainian targets. This offensive is intended to serve not only tactical objectives wi...
NATO underestimates 'Orekhnik': Putin and Lukashenko prepare another surprise for the West
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko are planning a strategic military operation codenamed 'Orekhnik' that is intended to further challenge NATO. The article sug...
Russia Makes Biggest Gains on Ukrainian Battlefield Since First Year of War, Analysis Shows
According to an analysis, Russia has achieved its most significant territorial gains on the Ukrainian battlefield since the initial stages of the war early on. This marks a shift in momentum possibly ...
Russia’s platform for attacks on Ukraine: Why Crimean missiles targeting Odesa are nearly impossible to stop
Crimea, annexed by Russia since 2014, continues to pose a persistent military threat to mainland Ukraine due to its strategic location. Russian forces occupying Crimea possess missile systems that can...
China Unveils Intercontinental Missile DF-27 - What Is Known
The article discusses China's unveiling of the DF-27 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), which is reportedly designed for intermediate ranges and has a unique capability to target critical asse...
Putin Ordered Expansion of Buffer Zone Around Ukraine in 2026: Russian Top General
Russian top military commander Valery Gerasimov claims that President Putin ordered the expansion of a buffer zone around Ukraine in 2026, indicating Russia's ongoing strategy to maintain control over...
Pentagon Warns: China Boosts Missile Capabilities Against US
The Pentagon has issued a warning that China is enhancing its missile capabilities specifically aimed at countering the United States' military presence in the region....
China's Monopoly on Battery Supply Chain Exposes Critical Risks for US Military and AI Strategies
The article discusses how China's dominance over the battery supply chain presents significant risks for United States military capabilities and AI strategies due to reliance on Chinese raw materials,...
China expands nuclear warhead manufacturing capacity, research finds
New studies reveal that China has been increasing its capability to produce nuclear warheads, marking a significant enhancement in its nuclear arsenal capabilities....
Why Chinese Military Quantum Technology Is at the Center of Pentagon Attention
Chinese military quantum technology has become a focal point for the Pentagon due to advancements that could enhance Beijing's technological prowess and strategic position. The United States is partic...
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, December 27, 2025
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) provides an update on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, analyzing recent developments in Russia's military offensive campaign as of December 27, 2025. The repor...
Tiny Pacific Island Paradise Becoming Prized Possession for US and China
A small island country in the Pacific Ocean considered a paradise is becoming an object of contention between the United States and China. The geopolitical significance of this island nation has incre...
Russia builds infrastructure for Oreshnik missiles in Belarus
Russian deployment of nuclear-capable Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile systems (RS-26) in Belarus appears imminent, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He stated that th...
China Preparing for Taiwan War Considering Russia's Failures
The article discusses China's military preparations concerning potential conflict with Taiwan, drawing lessons from Russia's setbacks in Ukraine....
NORTH KOREA UNVEILS FIRST NUCLEAR-ARMED SUBMARINE: How effectively could it strike the United States?
North Korea has announced the unveiling of its first nuclear-armed submarine capable of launching long-range missiles, raising questions about the potential effectiveness of such a deployment against ...
US Navy vs China's Aircraft Carrier Submarine Fleet: Pentagon Report Predicts China Will Surpass US Navy in Submarines and Aircraft by 2035
The Pentagon has released a report predicting that the Chinese navy will surpass the US Navy in submarine and aircraft carrier capabilities by 2035. This assessment places China ahead of the United St...
World War III - China Has Already Planned an Invasion of Taiwan
The article suggests that China has developed invasion plans for Taiwan amid heightened tensions between the two nations. It highlights potential military and strategic scenarios involving the use of ...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Ukraine’s drone attack offers fearful lessons for a Chinese invasion force’
An article highlights how Ukraine's large-scale drone attack on Russian air bases could serve as a cautionary tale for the potential impact of such tactics in a conflict scenario involving China and i...
China Developing Options to Threaten Taiwan with Brute Force, Pentagon Says
According to a report from the Pentagon, China is actively exploring military options aimed at applying significant pressure on Taiwan. These efforts include developing strategies and capabilities tha...
China's Ambition for Nine Aircraft Carriers and Sixth-Generation Fighter Jets Threatens U.S.
China aims to build up its naval fleet with nine aircraft carriers and develop sixth-generation fighter jets. These military advancements are seen as threatening by the United States, signaling an inc...
China Wants Nine Aircraft Carriers by 2035, Says New Pentagon Report
A new Pentagon report reveals China's plan to increase its aircraft carrier fleet from three to nine by 2035, tripling its naval strike capabilities. This expansion reflects the largest carrier buildi...
Pentagon Points Out That China's Military Capabilities Make The US More Vulnerable
The Pentagon has highlighted that China's growing military capabilities pose an increasing threat to the United States, making it more vulnerable in various domains including the South China Sea and t...
Pentagon Warns China Preparing for Victory in War Against Taiwan by 2027
The latest Pentagon report highlights concerns over China's increasing military preparedness and strategic positioning aiming towards a potential conquest of Taiwan before 2027. It underscores the evo...
China Conducting Historic Modernization and Learning from Russia's Mistakes in Ukraine - Pentagon
According to statements made by the US Department of Defense, China is undergoing significant military modernization with an emphasis on learning from what it perceives as strategic errors committed b...
China's Military Buildup Makes U.S. Vulnerable: Pentagon Report
According to a recent Pentagon report, China’s expanding military capabilities are posing increasing challenges for the United States. The report points out that China is investing heavily in advanced...
Pentagon Report: PLA Expected to Have Capability to Invade Taiwan by 2027
A Pentagon report indicates that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) anticipates having the military capability to invade Taiwan by 2027. The report highlights China’s growing military expansion and it...
US Report: China's Three Military Goals by 2027 Include Taiwan Threatened by Arms Expansion
A US report indicates that China has set three major military objectives for the year 2027, including expanding its military capabilities which threaten the security in regions such as Taiwan. These s...
China plans massive invasion, exact date known?! Pentagon uncovers secret plans: We will not give up force
The article suggests that reports and speculations are circulating regarding China's alleged planning of a large-scale military operation or invasion. According to these claims, the Pentagon asserts i...
China Plans Sudden Invasion: The Exact Date Is Known, Pentagon Reveals
The article suggests that according to sources within the Pentagon, China is planning a sudden military invasion and the exact date of this potential incursion has been determined by the US defense es...
Pentagon Acknowledges US Vulnerability Due to Expansion of China's Military Might
The Pentagon has recognized that the United States is vulnerable as China continues to expand its military capabilities. This acknowledgment reflects increasing concerns about the balance of power in ...
German Foreign Minister: Russian Military Victories in Ukraine Pose Severe Threat to NATO
The German Foreign Minister has expressed deep concern over recent military victories by Russia in Ukraine, viewing these developments as a significant security threat to the alliance of NATO member c...
Russia pounds Ukrainian infrastructure while downplaying peace talks progress
Russian forces have continued attacks on critical infrastructure in Ukraine. Despite these military actions, Russian officials are reporting minimal progress in ongoing peace negotiations....
Russia may attack NATO after war with Ukraine
The article discusses potential Russian military actions against NATO following any conflict with Ukraine. It analyzes possible strategic scenarios and considers the consequences of such an escalation...
China Expands Nuclear Arsenal with Over 100 New ICBMs
According to recently released figures from the U.S. Department of Defense's annual report on China's military developments, China has added over 100 new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) to...
China Expects To Be Able To Fight And Defeat Taiwan By End Of 2027, Pentagon Finds
The Pentagon has identified that China anticipates having the capability to engage in and win a conflict against Taiwan by the year 2027. This assessment highlights significant military modernization ...
CHINA TO HAVE OVER 1,000 NUCLEAR WARHEADS BY 2030 ACCORDING TO PENTAGON
The Pentagon predicts China will possess more than 1,000 nuclear warheads by the year 2030. Currently, China has around a hundred intercontinental ballistic missiles deployed....
Pentagon Report: China May Have Deployed Nearly 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
According to recent reports from the Pentagon, China might have deployed around 96 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). This development highlights an accelerated expansion of Chinese nuclear ...
Pentagon Claims: China Has Deployed Over 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in Silos
The Pentagon has claimed that China has deployed more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in silos, indicating a significant increase in nuclear capabilities. This development is view...
Pentagon Draft: Over 100 Chinese ICBMs Signal Rapid Nuclear Buildup
According to Pentagon documents, China's development and deployment of over 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) signifies a quickening pace in its nuclear arsenal expansion. This move is s...
China Allegedly Deployed Over 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
According to reports, China has allegedly deployed more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles. This information indicates a significant expansion in China’s strategic missile arsenal....
China Has Stockpiled Ballistic Missiles, Pentagon Report Reveals
According to a recent Pentagon report, China has significantly increased its arsenal of tactical and strategic ballistic missiles, indicating a substantial enhancement in its offensive capabilities....
US intelligence admits! Russia does not want to wage war with NATO
According to US intelligence reports, Russia has no desire to enter into military confrontation with NATO countries. This admission reflects a shift in the strategic perception of Russia's intentions ...
10 Breaking Defense op-eds that defined 2025
Breaking Defense has compiled a list of ten op-ed articles published throughout the year 2025 which it considers crucial for understanding key developments in the defense sector. The articles cover va...
Putin Tells Annual News Conference That Kremlin Military Goals in Ukraine Will Be Met
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated during his annual news conference that Russia's military objectives in Ukraine will be accomplished. The statement underscores Russia’s continued commitment to ...
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