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MILITARYSep 9N . Korean troops cross MDL more than 20 times in AugustNorth Korean troops crossed the Military Demarcation Line more than 20 times in August. This reports on significant military activity near a sensitive border.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
MILITARYSep 9US scrambles to match China air - breathing hypersonic missiles with Darpa programmeThe US is initiating a DARPA program to develop air-breathing hypersonic missiles, aiming to counter China's advancements in this technology. This signifies an escalation in the technological arms race between the two nations.scmp.com · China
MILITARYSep 9Japan’s China-facing military build-up confronts labour, budget and political limitsSouth China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 9US scrambles to match China’s air-breathing hypersonic missiles with Darpa programmeA year after China unveiled the world’s first operational air-breathing hypersonic missiles, the United States is launching a programme to double down on developing similar weapons. The US Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (Darpa) will bring contractors together later this month to lay out what it wants from the Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missile, with air-breathing propulsion at the heart of the project, according to the agency’s website. Unlike rocket-powered missiles,...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 9Beijing boosts Taiwan-facing firepower with brigade-level 155mm howitzer deploymentBeijing has reinforced its military firepower facing the Taiwan Strait by deploying more 155mm PLZ-05 self-propelled howitzers, according to state media reports. Replacing its older 122mm artillery, a heavy combined-arms brigade under the People’s Liberation Army’s 71st Group Army has been equipped with a batch of the 155mm self-propelled howitzers over the past two months and conducted its first live-fire test of the weapons, state broadcaster CCTV reported on Sunday. The 71st Group Army...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 9Video: Dozens protest potential Strait of Hormuz deploymentAlmost 100 anti-war activists protested on Wednesday outside the Sejong Centre in Seoul.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYSep 9N Korea has built two-storey uranium enrichment facility, says watchdogThe International Atomic Energy Agency's says the facility is cause for "serious concern".BBC World
MILITARYSep 9Merging air, land and sea swarms – the next frontier in China’s drone technologyIf mastering drone-swarm technology were not difficult enough, China is now tackling the more complex task of integrating uncrewed land, sea and air platforms, according to the country’s leading developer in the field. In an article posted on China Electronics Technology Group Corporation’s (CETC) social media account on Sunday, the company’s Intelligent Technology Research Institute said drone-swarm technology was not merely “many drones flying together”, but an intelligent, distributed combat...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 9Caught between US and Iran, South Korea weighs Hormuz roleSouth China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 9Taiwan waits for its new F-16s, still stuck in Hawaii after a fortnight’s delayThe first two F-16 Block 70 fighters bought by Taipei from the United States have yet to reach Taiwan, after spending more than two weeks in Hawaii for reasons that remain unclear. The aircraft, which were expected to arrive at Taiwan’s Chihhang Air Base in late August, were spotted preparing for departure at Joint Base Pearl Harbour-Hickam on Monday, raising expectations that the fighters were finally about to resume their journey. But the two single-seat F-16Cs, numbered 6727 and 6728,...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 9No foreign soldiers: Japan shuts down proposal to fix military shortfallBy 2045, Japan’s Self-Defence Forces (SDF) could shrink to 130,000 personnel – nearly half today’s strength. But Tokyo has already ruled out one think tank’s controversial fix: recruiting foreign nationals. The proposal formed part of a report written by a panel of senior former defence bureaucrats and military chiefs, released by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation on September 2. It attracted widespread comment, both supportive and critical, before Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi made the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 8How Japan is digging in to deter – and withstand – a conflict over TaiwanThe risk of a conflict over Taiwan is shaping Japanese defence planning, with Tokyo shoring up security at home and abroad for a potentially prolonged fight. But there are economic, demographic and political constraints on how far its military transformation can go. In the second of a three-part series, Gabriel Dominguez examines how Tokyo is building military resilience within its territory. Japan’s recent purchase of a former Nippon Steel site to build a sprawling new defence hub points to a...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 8Why Is China’s Officer Corps So Sprawling?Not every People’s Liberation Army general commands troops.Foreign Policy
MILITARYSep 8US - Indonesia Stage Major Military Drills Despite Close China TiesThe US and Indonesia are conducting significant military exercises, which is notable given Indonesia's close relationship with China. This suggests a complex geopolitical dynamic in the region.worthynews.com · Israel
MILITARYSep 8China PLA Has 100+ Procurement Records for Combat Humanoids But Zero DeploymentsChina's PLA reportedly has over 100 procurement records for combat humanoids despite having zero known deployments. This indicates advanced military research and development in robotics.techtimes.com · United States
MILITARYSep 8South Korea dispatches team to assess Strait of Hormuz conditionsSouth Korea has sent a team to evaluate the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. This action suggests concerns about security and stability in the vital shipping route.arynews.tv · Pakistan
MILITARYSep 8China’s HQ-17AE Shorad system to boost Pakistani drone defence as India tensions simmerPakistan has unveiled a newly acquired Chinese-made short-range air defence system that analysts say could boost its ability to counter Indian drones and low-altitude threats in a future conflict. A social media video posted by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Sunday confirmed for the first time that it was operating the HQ-17AE short-range air defence (Shorad) system. The HQ-17AE is an export version of China’s HQ-17A air defence system – a wheeled variant of the original HQ-17 that was...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 8TNI , US Army sharpen jungle combat skills in Super Garuda Shield 2026en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
MILITARYSep 8Inside Japan’s military build-upThe article explores Japan's ongoing military expansion. This is significant for regional security and international relations.South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 8Getting his due : Air Force veteran receives Korean War commendationAn Air Force veteran has received a commendation for his service during the Korean War. This news highlights recognition for military service members.thedailytimes.com · United States
MILITARYSep 7How Tokyo is widening regional defence ties to complicate Beijing’s Taiwan calculusThe risk of a conflict over Taiwan is shaping Japanese defence planning, with Tokyo shoring up security at home and abroad for a potentially prolonged fight. But there are economic, demographic and political constraints on how far its military transformation can go. In the first of a three-part series, Gabriel Dominguez examines how Japan is building a network of partnerships to strengthen its strategic endurance. Japan is rapidly building a web of defence partnerships spanning the Indo-Pacific...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 7US , Japan , and South Korea Kick Off Trilateral Military Exercises Denounced by North KoreaThe United States, Japan, and South Korea have initiated trilateral military exercises, which have been condemned by North Korea. This event signifies enhanced military cooperation in the region and potentially heightens geopolitical tensions.news.antiwar.com · United States
MILITARYSep 7N Korea adds second naval destroyerNorth Korea has added a second naval destroyer to its fleet. This development indicates an expansion of the country's naval capabilities.taipeitimes.com · Taiwan
MILITARYSep 7India , China armies hold crucial talks on LAC in Arunachal sectorArmies from India and China are holding important discussions regarding the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Arunachal sector. These talks aim to address ongoing border disputes between the two nations.rediff.com · India