- September 7th, 2024
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The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) recently held its inaugural joint anti-terrorism drill in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, marking a significant milestone in the organization's efforts to combat global terrorism. The large-scale exercise, named Anti-terrorism Interaction-2024, featured live forces...
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India's maritime security objective is to deter conflict and coercion from the sea, but recent developments in its regional security environment have created new complications. The conflict in West Asia has extended into the Arabian Sea, affecting freedom of navigation...
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The recent Hamas attack in West Asia has disrupted the US's planned course of action and diplomacy prospects. The US was exploring a new approach to foster regional diplomacy and considering strategic concessions to regional nations. The attack may impose...