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A U.S. Air Force B-1B bomber, top second from left, and South Korean Air Force F-15K fighter jets, right bottom, conduct a joint aerial drill over the Korean Peninsula on Thursday.
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South Korea and the United States carry out a military exercise featuring B-1B bombers and fighter aircraft

The U.S. and South Korean armed forces carried out an aerial exercise featuring at least one U.S. B-1B bomber alongside several fighter jets, marking the first joint air force drill during President Donald Trump’s second term. According to Seoul’s Defense Ministry, the exercise included South Korean F-35 and F-15 fighter jets as well as American F-16s, although the exact number of aircraft was not disclosed. … Continue reading South Korea and the United States carry out a military exercise featuring B-1B bombers and fighter aircraft

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Su-57 achieved takeoff in slightly more than 11 to 12 seconds from a compact runway.
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Russia has secured its first international buyer for the Su-57 fighter jet

Russia’s Su-57 Felon stealth fighter, touted by Moscow as a fifth-generation combat aircraft, is expected to be delivered to its inaugural foreign customer in 2025, as reported by Defense Express. This announcement was made by Alexander Mikheev, the head of Rosoboronexport, during the Aero India 2025 defense exhibition, where the Su-57 was presented to an international audience. While Russia claims to have secured an export … Continue reading Russia has secured its first international buyer for the Su-57 fighter jet

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North Korea claims a U.S. nuclear submarine in South Korea poses a serious threat

North Korea’s defense ministry announced on Tuesday that the United States is once again creating a significant security threat by deploying a nuclear submarine to a South Korean port. According to the KCNA news agency, the North’s military is prepared to take any necessary actions in response. An unnamed spokesperson for the North Korean defense ministry described the arrival of a U.S. nuclear submarine in … Continue reading North Korea claims a U.S. nuclear submarine in South Korea poses a serious threat

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Ukraine observes significant enhancement in the precision of North Korean missiles utilized by Russia

North Korean ballistic missiles launched at Ukraine by Russian forces since late December have demonstrated significantly greater accuracy compared to previous launches over the past year, according to two senior Ukrainian officials who spoke to Reuters. As Moscow strengthens its relationship with Pyongyang, raising concerns in Washington and Seoul, the enhanced precision—within 50-100 meters of their targets—indicates that North Korea is effectively utilizing the conflict … Continue reading Ukraine observes significant enhancement in the precision of North Korean missiles utilized by Russia

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The Isolated General: Mark Milley Faces Silence in the Wake of Trump’s Retaliation

In the initial moments of his presidency, even before his inauguration was complete, President Donald Trump directed his anger and retribution towards one individual: retired Army General Mark Milley, who held the position of the highest-ranking military officer during Trump’s first term. On January 20, the day Trump took the oath of office, Milley’s recently unveiled portrait from his tenure as chairman of the Joint … Continue reading The Isolated General: Mark Milley Faces Silence in the Wake of Trump’s Retaliation

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South Korea has created a Low Altitude Missile Defense system, referred to as the “Korean Iron Dome”

In response to the potential risks posed by long-range rocket and artillery strikes from North Korea, South Korea has embarked on the creation of an interceptor system akin to Israel’s Iron Dome, referred to as the “Korean Iron Dome.” The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) of South Korea recently revealed plans to allocate 479.8 billion won (approximately RM329 million) by 2028 for the development of … Continue reading South Korea has created a Low Altitude Missile Defense system, referred to as the “Korean Iron Dome”

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China Positions Itself as a Global Leader in Hypersonic Missile Technology, Outpacing the U.S. and Russia

The global competition for hypersonic munitions is rapidly escalating. On January 21, India achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting a ground run for an active-cooled scramjet combustor. This development follows India’s earlier test of its first long-range, domestically produced hypersonic missile just a few months prior. The test of this long-range hypersonic missile, capable of delivering various payloads over distances exceeding 1500 km, took … Continue reading China Positions Itself as a Global Leader in Hypersonic Missile Technology, Outpacing the U.S. and Russia

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Soldiers participate in a demonstration during the training of the Korean People's Army's air and amphibious combat units, in this picture.
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Reports from Seoul suggest North Korea is preparing to deploy more troops to Russia

South Korea’s military reported on Friday that it suspects North Korea is gearing up to send additional troops to Russia to assist in the conflict against Ukrainian forces, despite having already faced casualties and the capture of some soldiers. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) stated, “With four months elapsed since the troop deployment for the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and following numerous casualties and captures, North … Continue reading Reports from Seoul suggest North Korea is preparing to deploy more troops to Russia

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U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stand at the demarcation line in the demilitarized zone separating the two Koreas, in Panmunjom, South Korea.
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Trump announces plans to contact North Korea’s Kim Jong Un

U.S. President Donald Trump stated in a Thursday interview that he intends to re-establish communication with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, following the development of a working relationship during his first term. “I’ll reach out to him again,” Trump remarked during his conversation with Fox News’ Sean Hannity. Continue reading Trump announces plans to contact North Korea’s Kim Jong Un

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Japan must enhance its defence capabilities, the foreign minister informs the new Trump administration

Japan is set to enhance its defence capabilities in response to the evolving security landscape in East Asia, as stated by the country’s foreign minister during a meeting with his U.S. counterpart on Tuesday, according to his spokesperson. The return of U.S. President Donald Trump has raised expectations that Washington may exert greater pressure on its allies to boost defense spending. In light of concerns … Continue reading Japan must enhance its defence capabilities, the foreign minister informs the new Trump administration

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