DEFENSIVE ARMS
Putin sees no need for nuclear weapons to win in Ukraine. But he's also keeping his options open Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning to NATO, cautioning against excessive military support for Ukraine, as it could escalate into a nuclear conflict with Russia. Despite Russia's current military advantage in Ukraine, Putin e...
06 Jul, 2024, 10.07 AM ISTN. Korea fires two short-range ballistic missiles, one fails North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles, with one launch failing, South Korea's military reported Monday. The launches followed North Korea's warning of "fatal consequences" after joint military exercises by South Korea, Japan, and the ...
01 Jul, 2024, 09.31 AM ISTFrom Classmates to Commanders: Sainik School graduates Dwivedi and Tripathi now command India's Armed Forces Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi and Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, once classmates at Sainik School Rewa, now lead the Indian Army and Navy. Their unique bond, formed in the early 1970s, has strengthened inter-service ties. With Admiral Tripathi alread...
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As North Korean and Chinese threats rise, US looks to lock in defense partnerships with Asian allies The United States concluded its inaugural multidomain exercise with Japan and South Korea in the East China Sea, marking a milestone in strengthening regional security alliances. Dubbed Freedom Edge, the exercise focused on enhancing joint capabilit...
29 Jun, 2024, 11.09 AM ISTUS urges Israel's defense minister to avoid Lebanon escalation US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Israel to avoid escalating tensions in Lebanon during a meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. They discussed efforts to free hostages in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of a diplomatic resolution. Te...
25 Jun, 2024, 11.11 AM ISTChina sanctions several Lockheed Martin units, three executives over arms deals with Taiwan Named under the sanctions were Lockheed Martin Missile System Integration Lab, Lockheed Martin Advanced Technology Laboratories and Lockheed Martin Ventures. Top executives James Donald Taiclet, Frank Andrew St John and Jesus Malave were listed as b...
22 Jun, 2024, 01.02 AM ISTChina strongly opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, urges withdrawal China has demanded the immediate withdrawal of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, expressing strong opposition and lodging a formal complaint. The U.S. approved an $80 million sale of F-16 fighter jet parts to Taiwan, aiming to bolster its security and main...
07 Jun, 2024, 04.34 PM ISTTaiwan says US arms sale shows 'commitment to defence' against China Taiwan has expressed gratitude to the US for approving two military sales worth approximately $300 million to Taiwan, mainly of spare and repair parts for its F-16 fighter jets. The US has remained Taiwan's most important partner and biggest arms su...
06 Jun, 2024, 11.03 AM ISTChina sanctions defense-related US companies and executives over Russia, Taiwan China claims the self-governed island as its own territory, to be annexed by force if necessary. It has long opposed any weapon sales by the U.S. to the island. While the U.S. does not recognize Taiwan as a country, Washington is obligated by a fede...
22 May, 2024, 10.00 PM ISTTaiwan detects Chinese incursion with military vessels around nation Taiwan's Ministry of Defence has detected Chinese military vessels near the nation, including seven People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels and four China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels. The Taiwan Armed Forces (ROCArmedForces) have monitored the si...
22 May, 2024, 08.55 AM ISTPentagon vows to keep arming Kyiv amid fresh Russian assault The US announced no new aid packages Monday, but has now provided about $50.6 billion in military assistance to Ukraine since Russia invaded in 2022. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials said Kyiv's troops still control nearly 60% of Vovchansk and are fig...
20 May, 2024, 11.54 PM ISTTaiwan detects 6 Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels around its vicinity Taiwan's Ministry of Defence reported the detection of six Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and seven People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels around its territory on Monday. Notably, six aircraft crossed the median line and enter...
20 May, 2024, 08.53 AM ISTChina commerce ministry bans some US firms including Boeing from import, export activities China's Commerce Ministry has banned certain US firms from importing and exporting related activities to China, including one selling arms to Taiwan. The ministry also forbids them from making new investments in China. Senior executives of these com...
20 May, 2024, 08.08 AM ISTTaiwan detects seven Chinese military aircrafts and vessels across its vicinity Taiwan's Ministry of Defense detected Chinese military aircraft and People's Liberation Army Navy vessels near Taiwan. ROCArmedForces and Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence responded to the escalating tensions with China. Saturday, a significant ...
19 May, 2024, 09.44 AM ISTIsrael advances further into Rafah Hamas' armed wing said it destroyed an Israeli troop carrier with an Al-Yassin 105 missile in the eastern Al-Salam neighbourhood, killing some crew members and wounding others. The Israel Defense Forces declined to comment. UNRWA, the main United Na...
15 May, 2024, 12.35 AM ISTUS says Rafah offensive would jeopardize cease-fire talks as Biden threatens to halt more Israel aid The United States has warned Israel against launching a full-scale assault on Gaza's Rafah, Hamas' stronghold, citing concerns over civilian casualties. President Biden threatened to pause offensive military aid to Israel if it proceeds with the ope...
10 May, 2024, 04.57 PM ISTWhy the US paused weapons shipment to Israel amid Gaza conflict Amidst escalating violence in Gaza, the US has suspended a shipment of heavy bombs to Israel, citing concerns over civilian casualties. President Joe Biden emphasized the commitment to Israel's defense but stated that offensive weapons for densely p...
10 May, 2024, 04.14 PM ISTNATO chief chides members as Ukraine's allies say slow arms deliveries have helped Russia Outgunned, Ukraine's troops have struggled to fend off Russian advances on the battlefield. They were recently compelled to make a tactical retreat from three villages in the east, where the Kremlin's forces have been making incremental gains, Ukrai...
30 Apr, 2024, 08.48 AM ISTUS will start sending military aid to Ukraine within hours; Joe Biden signs $95 billion Foreign-Aid package President Joe Biden signed a $95 billion national security package into law and said assistance to Ukraine would begin to move within “hours,” capping off a bruising fight with Republicans over long-delayed assistance for Kyiv and other besieged US ...
24 Apr, 2024, 10.22 PM ISTAmid rising defense imports, India slashes procurement from Russia to less than half, a first since 1960s India is strategically diversifying its defense procurement strategy, reducing reliance on Russian arms amidst tensions with Pakistan and China. SIPRI reports a significant decline in India's arms imports from Russia, marking the first time since th...
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