Saturday, August 16, 2025
TOP STORIES
Alaska Summit: A Diplomatic Spectacle or a Strategic Stalemate? Analyzing the Trump-Putin Talks
The Trump-Putin summit on August 15, 2025, at Joint...
Pakistan’s FATAH-IV cruise missile intensifies the South Asian missile development competition
Pakistan has surprised regional defense observers by introducing the...
Sudarshan Chakra: India’s 2035 Quest for an Unbreakable Defense Shield
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day...
Trump’s Arctic Bargain: Trading Alaska’s Riches for Peace with Putin
In a stunning diplomatic maneuver, U.S. President Donald Trump...
Operation Sindoor Fizzles or Strategic Masterstroke? Indian Air Force Bets Big on Long-Range Missiles
Following the unsuccessful Operation Sindoor and the loss of...
DIPLOMACY
Trump and Putin’s Alaska Gambit: A High-Stakes Summit to End the Ukraine War?
On August 15, 2025, the icy landscapes of Alaska...
Syrian Foreign Minister’s Visit to Türkiye Signals New Chapter in Bilateral Relations
On August 13, 2025, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan...
NATO’s Delicate Dance: Balancing Ukraine’s Sovereignty with Trump’s Summit Gambit
Recent remarks by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have...
China expresses concern over escalating India-Pakistan tensions and vows to play a ‘constructive role’
China has expressed significant concern regarding the rising tensions...
Top US diplomat offered assistance for mediation in call with Pakistani army chief
On Friday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged...
Nuclear Doctrine
Blinken says the U.S. is ‘worried’ about Russia’s nuclear policy
The United States has expressed significant concern regarding the...
Russia’s strategy for achieving victory in Ukraine
Russia's military engagement in Ukraine has fundamentally challenged many...
Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally enacted a new...
Reports indicate that Ukraine possesses a maximum of 50 ATACMS missiles
The Ukrainian military is estimated to have received approximately...
Putin warns the U.S. with an updated nuclear doctrine
Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a revised nuclear doctrine...
DISPUTES
Israel’s far-right national security minister visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque and claimed to have prayed there
Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's far-right National Security Minister, visited the...
Iran is set to reject the US nuclear proposal, according to an Iranian diplomat
Iran is set to dismiss a U.S. proposal aimed...
Pakistan initiates a military campaign targeting several key installations in India
On early Saturday, Pakistan initiated the military operation 'Bunyan...
Experts believe the tensions between Pakistan and India could indicate a clash of Chinese and Western military technologies
The intensifying conflict between India and Pakistan may provide...
India has shown military aggression towards Pakistan, with the Pakistani army downing 12 Indian drones at different sites
On Wednesday night, one individual lost their life after...
Defense Budget
Global military expenditures reach a historic $2.7 trillion in a significant increase for 2024
In 2024, global military spending surged to $2.72 trillion,...
US Congressional Republicans seek $27 billion for the Golden Dome under Trump tax legislation
U.S. Congressional Republicans are set to propose a comprehensive...
Croatia plans to raise its defense budget to 3% of its GDP by the year 2030
Croatia has announced plans to increase its defense expenditure...
New Zealand plans to significantly increase its defense budget to reach 2% of its GDP
On Monday, New Zealand announced an increase in defense...
Italy considers extending its defense budget as it faces challenges in achieving NATO objectives
Italy is contemplating the inclusion of police and coastguard...
Featured
Iran Introduces Qassem Baseer: A Precision Missile to Counter THAAD and Target Anywhere in the Middle East
In a significant demonstration of its expanding strategic capabilities,...
Japan and India team up to create a next-gen fighter jet to rival China’s J-36
Japan has invited India to participate in a significant...
Ukrainian FPV drones reveal vulnerabilities in the Russian S-300V during the Crimea operation
On May 1, 2025, the Ukrainian Military Intelligence, referred...
China Boosts Marine Corps with Advanced Amphibious Anti-Tank Vehicle Armed with HJ-10 Missiles
On April 27, 2025, newly released images on Telegram...
US Boosts B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber Initiative with $4.5 Billion Funding
On April 27, 2025, the U.S. Department of Defense...
DEFENCE
Rumors of 34,000 NATO Troops Near Ukraine: Fact-Checking the Hype Around Poland’s Military Moves
The claim that 34,000 Polish and NATO troops are...
Australia hopes the U.S. will move forward with the Biden administration’s submarine agreement after its review
On Thursday, Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles expressed his...
Mark Rutte warned Western nations to significantly boost defense spending
In a stark address at Chatham House in London,...
Almost all 31 M1A1 Abrams tanks in Ukraine have been destroyed by drones, says an American military analyst
In a CNN television interview, the American military analyst...
Saab introduces the GlobalEye surveillance aircraft for Canada at CANSEC
On May 28, 2025, during the CANSEC defense trade...
Military Exercise
U.S. and Indian Naval Forces Enhance Strategic Collaboration with Joint Amphibious Training Exercise
From April 4 to April 11, 2025, the United...
United States has stationed M1A2 SEP v3 tanks in Saudi Arabia for live-fire training exercises
The U.S. military has recently unveiled footage of its...
China, Iran, and Russia conduct collaborative naval exercises in the Middle East
China, Iran, and Russia engaged in joint naval exercises...
Ten Russian warships held a training exercise simulating combat in the Kaliningrad region
On Tuesday, the Russian Navy conducted military drills in...
U.S. claims its military exercises with the Philippines are purely defensive and focused on readiness
U.S.-Philippine military exercises have a long history and are...
Ukraine War
EU leaders reaffirm their commitment to support Ukraine, yet do not provide specific assurances
European Union leaders announced on Thursday their ongoing commitment...
Ukraine targets Russian strategic bomber airbase, resulting in a massive explosion
On Thursday, Ukraine launched a drone strike on a...
Trump and Zelenskiy agree in a phone call to work together for peace in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy...
Trump claims that aid to Ukraine was not discussed during his call with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his conversation with...
Trump speaks with Putin as the White House seeks to finalize a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine
On Tuesday, a crucial conversation is set to take...
TOP STORIES
Alaska Summit: A Diplomatic Spectacle or a Strategic Stalemate? Analyzing the Trump-Putin Talks
The Trump-Putin summit on August 15, 2025, at Joint...
Pakistan’s FATAH-IV cruise missile intensifies the South Asian missile development competition
Pakistan has surprised regional defense observers by introducing the...
Sudarshan Chakra: India’s 2035 Quest for an Unbreakable Defense Shield
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day...
Trump’s Arctic Bargain: Trading Alaska’s Riches for Peace with Putin
In a stunning diplomatic maneuver, U.S. President Donald Trump...
Operation Sindoor Fizzles or Strategic Masterstroke? Indian Air Force Bets Big on Long-Range Missiles
Following the unsuccessful Operation Sindoor and the loss of...
DIPLOMACY
Trump and Putin’s Alaska Gambit: A High-Stakes Summit to End the Ukraine War?
On August 15, 2025, the icy landscapes of Alaska...
Syrian Foreign Minister’s Visit to Türkiye Signals New Chapter in Bilateral Relations
On August 13, 2025, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan...
NATO’s Delicate Dance: Balancing Ukraine’s Sovereignty with Trump’s Summit Gambit
Recent remarks by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have...
China expresses concern over escalating India-Pakistan tensions and vows to play a ‘constructive role’
China has expressed significant concern regarding the rising tensions...
Top US diplomat offered assistance for mediation in call with Pakistani army chief
On Friday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged...
Nuclear Doctrine
Blinken says the U.S. is ‘worried’ about Russia’s nuclear policy
The United States has expressed significant concern regarding the...
Russia’s strategy for achieving victory in Ukraine
Russia's military engagement in Ukraine has fundamentally challenged many...
Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally enacted a new...
Reports indicate that Ukraine possesses a maximum of 50 ATACMS missiles
The Ukrainian military is estimated to have received approximately...
Putin warns the U.S. with an updated nuclear doctrine
Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a revised nuclear doctrine...
DISPUTES
Israel’s far-right national security minister visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque and claimed to have prayed there
Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's far-right National Security Minister, visited the...
Iran is set to reject the US nuclear proposal, according to an Iranian diplomat
Iran is set to dismiss a U.S. proposal aimed...
Pakistan initiates a military campaign targeting several key installations in India
On early Saturday, Pakistan initiated the military operation 'Bunyan...
Experts believe the tensions between Pakistan and India could indicate a clash of Chinese and Western military technologies
The intensifying conflict between India and Pakistan may provide...
India has shown military aggression towards Pakistan, with the Pakistani army downing 12 Indian drones at different sites
On Wednesday night, one individual lost their life after...
Defense Budget
Global military expenditures reach a historic $2.7 trillion in a significant increase for 2024
In 2024, global military spending surged to $2.72 trillion,...
US Congressional Republicans seek $27 billion for the Golden Dome under Trump tax legislation
U.S. Congressional Republicans are set to propose a comprehensive...
Croatia plans to raise its defense budget to 3% of its GDP by the year 2030
Croatia has announced plans to increase its defense expenditure...
New Zealand plans to significantly increase its defense budget to reach 2% of its GDP
On Monday, New Zealand announced an increase in defense...
Italy considers extending its defense budget as it faces challenges in achieving NATO objectives
Italy is contemplating the inclusion of police and coastguard...
Featured
Iran Introduces Qassem Baseer: A Precision Missile to Counter THAAD and Target Anywhere in the Middle East
In a significant demonstration of its expanding strategic capabilities,...
Japan and India team up to create a next-gen fighter jet to rival China’s J-36
Japan has invited India to participate in a significant...
Ukrainian FPV drones reveal vulnerabilities in the Russian S-300V during the Crimea operation
On May 1, 2025, the Ukrainian Military Intelligence, referred...
China Boosts Marine Corps with Advanced Amphibious Anti-Tank Vehicle Armed with HJ-10 Missiles
On April 27, 2025, newly released images on Telegram...
US Boosts B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber Initiative with $4.5 Billion Funding
On April 27, 2025, the U.S. Department of Defense...
DEFENCE
Rumors of 34,000 NATO Troops Near Ukraine: Fact-Checking the Hype Around Poland’s Military Moves
The claim that 34,000 Polish and NATO troops are...
Australia hopes the U.S. will move forward with the Biden administration’s submarine agreement after its review
On Thursday, Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles expressed his...
Mark Rutte warned Western nations to significantly boost defense spending
In a stark address at Chatham House in London,...
Almost all 31 M1A1 Abrams tanks in Ukraine have been destroyed by drones, says an American military analyst
In a CNN television interview, the American military analyst...
Saab introduces the GlobalEye surveillance aircraft for Canada at CANSEC
On May 28, 2025, during the CANSEC defense trade...
Military Exercise
U.S. and Indian Naval Forces Enhance Strategic Collaboration with Joint Amphibious Training Exercise
From April 4 to April 11, 2025, the United...
United States has stationed M1A2 SEP v3 tanks in Saudi Arabia for live-fire training exercises
The U.S. military has recently unveiled footage of its...
China, Iran, and Russia conduct collaborative naval exercises in the Middle East
China, Iran, and Russia engaged in joint naval exercises...
Ten Russian warships held a training exercise simulating combat in the Kaliningrad region
On Tuesday, the Russian Navy conducted military drills in...
U.S. claims its military exercises with the Philippines are purely defensive and focused on readiness
U.S.-Philippine military exercises have a long history and are...
Ukraine War
EU leaders reaffirm their commitment to support Ukraine, yet do not provide specific assurances
European Union leaders announced on Thursday their ongoing commitment...
Ukraine targets Russian strategic bomber airbase, resulting in a massive explosion
On Thursday, Ukraine launched a drone strike on a...
Trump and Zelenskiy agree in a phone call to work together for peace in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy...
Trump claims that aid to Ukraine was not discussed during his call with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his conversation with...
Trump speaks with Putin as the White House seeks to finalize a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine
On Tuesday, a crucial conversation is set to take...
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