F-35A drops an inert B61-12 bomb known as the Joint Test Assembly in a trial drop

F-35’s Nuclear-Capable Stealth: Redefining Fighter Jet Capabilities

The U.S. Air Force's F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters have been certified for the delivery of B61-12 nuclear gravity bombs since October 12, 2023. This certification, awarded months earlier than expected, allows F-35As to be considered "dual-capable" platforms for both...
Taiwan offshore islands

Taiwan Urging China not to Alter the Situation in Waters Near Frontline Islands

Taiwan's top China policy-making body has urged China not to alter the "status quo" around Taiwan's frontline islands by sending coast guard boats into restricted areas. The move comes after two Chinese fishermen died trying to escape Taiwan's coast guard....
ASEAN.

ASEAN Summit Agenda: China, Myanmar in Spotlight

Southeast Asian leaders are set to convene in Australia for a rare ASEAN-Australia Special Summit, marking 50 years since Australia became the first official partner of the Asian bloc. The summit is expected to address China's assertiveness and the humanitarian...
Gaza–Israel conflict

How are Israel and Hamas addressing the challenges in Gaza?

Ziyad al-Nakhalah, the leader of the Palestine Islamic Jihad, has arrived in Cairo for talks with Egyptian intelligence chief General Abbas Kamel. The Palestinian leader is discussing an end to the Gaza war, which would involve an exchange of prisoners,...
Economic Growth

African Countries Unite to Secure Duty-Free Access to US Markets for Economic Growth

The U.S., Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) trade forum, set to begin in South Africa, is expected to focus on the extension of the U.S. program allowing sub-Saharan African countries duty-free access to U.S. markets. U.S. officials, including Ambassador...
Ukraine

Russia’s Heavy Defeats near Avdiyivka Amidst Kyiv-Backed Peace Talks in Malta

Heavy fighting continued around the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiyivka on October 28, despite representatives from dozens of nations meeting in Malta to discuss peace proposals. British intelligence suggests that Moscow committed elements of up to eight brigades to the...
BRICS

Indonesia’s Strategy: Prioritizing Autonomy Instead of BRICS Membership

Indonesia has been a potential BRICS member since 2011, with the country's potential to become one of the top five economies by 2045 and a leading power in Southeast Asia. However, Indonesia was not among the six countries selected from...
United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed proposes reconstituting Advanced Technology Research Council board of directors

Crown Prince Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed proposes reconstituting the Advanced Technology Research Council Board of Directors, chaired by His Highness. The board will include Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Mohammed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Mansour Ibrahim Al...
SAARC

SAARC’s 5 main problems and strategies for overcoming

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was established in 1985 to promote regional cooperation and development among its member states. However, the organization has faced challenges over the years, hindering its progress. SAARC offers suggestions to overcome these...

11 Chinese aircraft, 5 warships circling Taiwan

The conflict between China and Taiwan may escalate. China is constantly putting pressure on Taiwan under its expansionist policy. According to media reports, the Taiwanese Defense Ministry tracked 11 Chinese military aircraft and five warships around Taiwan between Monday and...
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