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MILITARYJul 2Italy’s Indo-Pacific Strategy Turns Toward Defense ContractsItaly is making an unexpectedly assertive return to Southeast Asia – not through trade or development aid, but through defense diplomacy.The Diplomat
MILITARYJul 2Veteran's Voice 'No such thing as a mail buoy'Every group of people have stories, and for Navy sailors those stories are sea stories. I first heard the term "sea stories" while I was in bootcamp when our recruit division commanders (RDCs) ...gunnisontimes · united states of america
MILITARYJul 2Turkey boosts NATO role as Europe’s reliance on US weakens — agencyAccording to Bloomberg, Ankara is becoming an increasingly important member of the alliance as it strengthens its defense industry and arms exportstass · russia
MILITARYJul 2Is expansion of Philippine bases for US use on track? Chinese think tank weighs inSatellite imagery shows that Philippine military bases open to US troops have expanded more slowly than expected, according to a Chinese think tank. In a report published on Thursday, the Beijing-based South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative (SCSPI) zoomed in on the nine sites covered by the Enhanced Defence Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) between the two treaty allies. It said the sites reflected Washington’s efforts to transform the Philippines from a “strategic rear” into a...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 2Taiwan’s Drone Industry Take Centerstage in Defense Spending DebateFunding for drones became much more hotly discussed in the wake of KMT chair Cheng Li-wun’s trip to the United States last month.The Diplomat
MILITARYJul 2Troops Neutralise Terrorists, Foil Gunrunning, Recover Weapons In PlateauChannels TV
MILITARYJul 2Why it matters that China’s advanced fighters can use all its carriersChina’s older aircraft carriers can operate more closely with the more advanced Fujian than previously thought, observers said following PLA exercises showing upgraded fighter jets taking off from the older Liaoning carrier. Images taken during a 40-day mission in the South China Sea and Pacific Ocean that ended on June 22 showed multiple J-15T jets taking off from, and landing on, the Liaoning. China operates three aircraft carriers, which use two launch systems. The older Liaoning and Shandong...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 2'Are we serious about war?': EU defence chief calls on countries to live up to security ambitionsThe Defence Commissioner warned that member states cannot bang the drum for a stronger security architecture while cutting the EU budget, and urged spending that matches their new defence ambitions.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYJul 2Russian drone campaign mapped Nato air defence gaps, study findsNearly 150 UAV incursions into more than a dozen European countries were made over 19 months, IISS report saysFinancial Times
MILITARYJul 2India, Japan sign defence pact as PM Modi holds talks with TakaichiIndia and Japan have signed a defense pact following discussions between Prime Minister Modi and Takaichi. This agreement signifies strengthened military cooperation between the two nations.Indian Express
MILITARYJul 2Police arrest two suspected arms traffickers, recover firearms in PlateauBy Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Plateau State Police Command has arrested two suspected arms traffickers over the alleged illegal possession and sale of firearms, recovering a locally fabricated AK-47 rifle, another rifle, two magazines and 29 rounds of ammunition. The Command disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations […] The post Police arrest two suspected arms traffickers, recover firearms in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYJul 2NATO Says European Allies Have Filled Most U.S. Defense GapsEuropean members of NATO have filled nearly all of the capability gaps created by planned reductions in U.S. military commitments to the alliance, according to a NATO official cited by Reuters ahead of a key alliance meeting in Ankara next week. Reuters reported that NATO is expected to announce at its July 7-8 meeting in [...] The post NATO Says European Allies Have Filled Most U.S. Defense Gaps appeared first on Khaama Press .khaama · afghanistan
MILITARYJul 2The Blind Spots in Chinese Military StudiesDuring a recent conference on the People’s Liberation Army, I heard the same question posed to attendees and paper writers: “How would China react to U.S. force posture change X, Y, or Z?” or “How would the Chinese military respond to U.S. strikes in certain locations?” Having participated in dozens of unclassified wargames at the RAND Corporation and elsewhere, I hear a similar refrain when playing the “red team.”This is a reasonable and legitimate question. Policymakers and war planners should understand likely Chinese responses in studying and prepaWar on the Rocks
MILITARYJul 2Quantum Systems weighs merger with kamikaze drone start-up StarkGerman maker of unmanned surveillance aircraft says $1.2bn fundraising removed shareholder opposition to developing lethal weaponsFinancial Times
MILITARYJul 2Singapore to buy more Hellfire missiles after US backs US$22.3 million packageSingapore is set to acquire additional Hellfire missiles after the United States backed a proposed package valued at US$22.3 million. The US State Department said on Tuesday that it has approved the potential sale of an additional 24 AGM-114R Hellfire missiles to Singapore, along with related support services and equipment, bringing the total package to 67 missiles. Hellfire missiles are a type of precision air-to-ground weapon manufactured by Lockheed Martin. The Ministry of Defence (Mindef)...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 2Taiwan needs to become a ‘hornet’s nest’ of drones, US diplomat saysDe ​facto US ambassador Raymond Greene says drones represent a 'game-changing opportunity' to enhance Taiwan's security.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYJul 2Residents, visitors flock to waterfront as PLA navy ships sail into Hong KongResidents and tourists have flocked to Hong Kong’s harbourfronts to welcome two People’s Liberation Army (PLA) naval vessels on a five-day port call to the city. The guided-missile destroyer Nanning and the guided-missile frigate Hengyang sailed into Hong Kong via Lei Yue Mun and Victoria Harbour on Thursday morning, with the ships arriving at Ngong Shuen Chau Barracks at 9am and 9.40am respectively. A PLA band began to play celebratory music to welcome the Hengyang’s arrival at 9am, with dozens...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 2El nuevo desarrollo del Ejército de EE.UU.: prueban una aplicación que permite disparar proyectiles y controlar morteros usando una tableta o un móvilReemplaza dos sistemas informáticos utilizados desde hace más de 20 años.Los morteros son las armas de apoyo de fuego más destacadas desde el punto de vista táctico.Clarín
MILITARYJul 1AeroVironment wins $500M U.S. Army contract to supply counter-drone systemsAeroVironment secured a $500 million contract from the U.S. Army to provide counter-drone systems. This deal signifies a notable military procurement for advanced defense technology.Seeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYJul 1Major changes in military leadership with new Army Chief, Vice-Chiefs, CISC and Army CommandersSignificant changes are occurring within a nation's military leadership, involving the appointment of a new Army Chief, Vice-Chiefs, CISC, and Army Commanders. This indicates a major restructuring or transition within the armed forces.Indian Express
MILITARYJul 1Generales de la Guardia Civil urgen a Interior a usar lanzagranadas contra el narco en el EstrechoEnvían escritos a Mercedes González y denuncian que no han obtenido respuesta LeerEl Mundo
MILITARYJul 1Vice Admiral K. Srinivas conferred Ati Vishisht Seva Medal by PresidentVice Admiral K. Srinivas has been conferred the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal by the President. This is a form of recognition for service in the military.The Hindu
MILITARYJul 1Ukraine launches 'transparent mechanism' allowing partner countries to buy weapons, Kyiv saysEuroNews [en]
MILITARYJul 1What military capabilities does Iran possess as it negotiates with US?US and Israel claim extensive damage, Iran projects defiance, and satellite images show fast attempts at recovery.Al Jazeera [en]