LCA Tejas, India

India’s Frustration with U.S. Defense Delays Casts Doubt on Bilateral Ties and Future Fighter Jet Deals

The long-heralded strengthening of India-U.S. defense ties has hit a rocky patch as India’s major deal with U.S.-based General Electric (GE) Aerospace for fighter jet engines fails to meet delivery deadlines. The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) modernization goals, centered around...
U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II

USMC Investigation Reveals Details of F-35B Fighter Jet Crash in South Carolina, Highlights Ongoing F-35 Program Challenges

On September 17, 2023, an F-35B Lightning II, the U.S. Marine Corps’ fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, made headlines after going missing in South Carolina. The pilot safely ejected over rural South Carolina, but the aircraft continued flying pilotless for over...
Aeroarc

Drone Woes in Ukraine: China’s Sanctions Jeopardize US Drone Industry Amid Skydio Supply Chain Crisis; Russian Tech Hamper Skydio’s Efforts

The largest US-based drone manufacturer and a vital supplier for Ukraine’s defense forces, faces a severe supply chain disruption following a sweeping Chinese sanctions package implemented on October 11. The sanctions, which ban the supply of essential components from Chinese...
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Declares ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Bullying Following Shocking Allegations of Cadet Abuse with Hot Iron at Military University

The Malaysian government, led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, is intensifying its stance against bullying and abuse following a recent disturbing case at the Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM). In a forceful speech on Friday, Mr. Anwar pledged zero tolerance...
Singapore

US Sanctions Five Singapore-Based Firms for Supporting Russia’s War Effort in Ukraine

In a significant escalation of sanctions aimed at curbing Russia’s military capability, the United States has imposed punitive measures on five Singapore-based companies for allegedly assisting Moscow’s operations in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Announced on Wednesday (Oct 30) by the...
North Korea

North Korean Troops March to Ukraine: Strategic Alliances and Global Implications

North Korean troops have reportedly joined the conflict in Ukraine, dressed in Russian uniforms and marching alongside Russian forces. This move not only signals an intensifying alliance between Russia and North Korea but also highlights Moscow’s urgent need for reinforcements...
North Korea Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui-Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov

North Korea-Russia Alliance: North Korea declared unwavering support for Russia in ongoing conflict in Ukraine

North Korea has declared its unwavering support for Russia in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, signaling a significant shift in the international dynamics surrounding the war. This pledge was made by North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui during her...
Prabowo Subianto

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s New Cabinet Faces Immediate Controversies Amid Budget Demands and Political Maneuvering

President Prabowo Subianto’s administration, only days into its tenure, is already grappling with a series of controversies that threaten to overshadow his Cabinet’s initial momentum. Within 24 hours of Prabowo’s inauguration on October 20, two of his recently appointed ministers...
Donald Trump

Pakistan Watches US Presidential Race Closely, with Some Hoping for Trump Victory

As Washington’s policies shape regional stability, Pakistanis speculate on the impact of a second Trump administration on Islamabad’s ties with the United States, China, and regional dynamics. With the United States nearing the culmination of its presidential race, the election...
Vladimir Putin-Kim Jong Un

China Dismisses Concerns Over North Korea’s Military Presence in Russia, Asserts It’s “Their Own Sovereign Matter”

China stated firmly on Friday that the growing ties between North Korea and Russia are “not its concern.” This declaration comes on the heels of warnings from the United States that up to 8,000 North Korean troops have reached Russia's...
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