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A drone is seen in the sky as Chinese drone maker DJI holds a demonstration to display an app that tracks a drone's registration and owner in Montreal, Canada.
DIPLOMACY

China called U.S. concerns about security risks from Chinese drones “irresponsible”

China criticized the United States as “extremely irresponsible” for what it described as “groundless suspicions” regarding information security risks associated with its drone systems, according to a statement from its commerce ministry on Tuesday. The Chinese government expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the U.S. investigation into its drone technology, indicating that it would closely monitor developments in this matter. Furthermore, China called on … Continue reading China called U.S. concerns about security risks from Chinese drones “irresponsible”

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A drone is seen in the sky as Chinese drone maker DJI holds a demonstration to display an app that tracks a drone's registration and owner in Montreal, Canada.
DEFENCE

United States is evaluating possible regulations to limit or prohibit Chinese drones

The U.S. Commerce Department announced on Thursday that it is contemplating new regulations that could impose restrictions or outright bans on Chinese drones within the United States, citing concerns related to national security. The department is inviting public feedback by March 4 regarding potential measures aimed at protecting the drone supply chain, highlighting that threats from China and Russia could enable adversaries to remotely access … Continue reading United States is evaluating possible regulations to limit or prohibit Chinese drones

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversees a performance test of drones during a visit to the Drone Institute of North Korea's Academy of Defence Sciences at an undisclosed location in North Korea.
DEFENCE

South Korea observes indications that North Korea is mobilizing additional troops and drones for Russia

South Korea’s military reported on Monday that it has observed indications of North Korea‘s preparations to deploy additional troops and weaponry, including suicide drones, to Russia in support of its conflict in Ukraine. According to Seoul’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), North Korea has already supplied 240mm multiple rocket launchers and 170mm self-propelled howitzers, and is reportedly gearing up to manufacture more suicide drones for … Continue reading South Korea observes indications that North Korea is mobilizing additional troops and drones for Russia

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TOP STORIES

Ukraine is depending on drones to counter Russian progress. Frontline soldiers are bracing for the worst

The Russian offensive, captured in grainy footage from various drones, is unyielding and occurs daily. Aging armored vehicles speed across a scarred battlefield. In broad daylight, one tank is targeted and halted by Ukrainian attack drones. However, two vehicles manage to reach the treeline, where they offload Russian troops seeking refuge in the sparse winter foliage. Moments later, additional drones engage the isolated dismounts. Another … Continue reading Ukraine is depending on drones to counter Russian progress. Frontline soldiers are bracing for the worst

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DEFENCE

Unidentified drones observed over U.S. military installations in the United Kingdom.

Multiple unidentified drones were spotted near three significant UK airbases, including RAF Lakenheath, which previously housed American nuclear weapons during the Cold War, as confirmed by the US Air Force (USAF). A representative from the USAF’s European Command reported that small unmanned aerial vehicles were detected between November 20 and 22 over RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, as well as RAF Feltwell in … Continue reading Unidentified drones observed over U.S. military installations in the United Kingdom.

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DISPUTES

Houthi’s email to vessels in the Red Sea: Get ready for an assault

On a balmy spring evening in Athens, just before midnight, a senior executive at a Greek shipping firm discovered an alarming email in his personal inbox. The correspondence, which was also directed to the manager’s professional email, cautioned that one of the company’s ships navigating the Red Sea was in danger of an attack by the Iranian-backed Houthi militia from Yemen. The Greek-operated vessel had … Continue reading Houthi’s email to vessels in the Red Sea: Get ready for an assault

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Ukrainian service members of the 33rd Separate Mechanised Brigade fire an anti-tank guided missile weapon system MILAN as they attend a military drill near a frontline, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Donetsk region, Ukraine.
DEFENCE

Ukraine can produce four million drones each year

Ukraine has the capacity to manufacture four million drones each year and is rapidly increasing its output of various other weaponry, as stated by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in remarks released for publication on Wednesday. During a meeting on Tuesday with executives from numerous international arms manufacturers in Kyiv, Zelenskiy revealed that Ukraine has already secured contracts for the production of 1.5 million drones this year. … Continue reading Ukraine can produce four million drones each year

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DEFENCE

Putin establishes a nuclear boundary for West

President Vladimir Putin has established a “red line” for the United States and its allies, indicating that Moscow may resort to nuclear weapons if Ukraine is permitted to launch long-range Western missile strikes deep into Russian territory. However, there are voices in the West questioning the sincerity of his threat. This inquiry is pivotal for the ongoing conflict. Should Putin be bluffing, as Ukraine and … Continue reading Putin establishes a nuclear boundary for West

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