Oil Tanker Boarded by Unidentified Armed Personnel off the Coast of Oman
A Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker, formerly known as Suez Rajan and now identified as St Nikolas, was boarded by armed individuals wearing military uniforms and black masks on Thursday. The incident occurred 50 miles off the coast of Oman, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKTMO), which issued warnings...
Israeli Forces Secure Gaza City and Northern Region; Foil ISIS Plot in...
In a significant development, the Israeli Army has successfully gained full control over Gaza City and the entirety of Northern Gaza. Simultaneously, Israeli intelligence and police services have thwarted a major terrorist plot planned by ISIS against Jerusalem,
Singapore Joins International Effort to Secure Red Sea Shipping Routes
In response to escalating attacks by Yemeni Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) has announced its participation in Operation Prosperity Guardian, a multinational maritime security force. Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen revealed the details during a parliamentary session on January 9
U.S. and UK Forces Thwart 26th Houthi Attack on Shipping Lanes in...
In a joint effort, the United States and United Kingdom military successfully intercepted and shot down 18 drones, two anti-ship cruise missiles, and one anti-ship ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels over the southern Red Sea. This marks the 26th attack on international shipping lanes by the Houthi group since...
Ukraine Downs New Iranian Shahed-238 Jet-Powered Drone Used by Russians
Ukrainian air defenses shot down an Iran-developed jet-powered Shahed-238 kamikaze drone employed by Russian forces over Ukrainian airspace. Photos of the wreckage from the Shahed-238 jet loitering munition were swiftly disseminated on social media, confirming the incident
ISIS: Hamas ‘Sacrificing’ Gazans for Iran’s 'Regional Project'
The official spokesman for the Islamic State militant group (ISIS), Abu Hudhayfa al-Ansari, reportedly released a speech condemning Hamas, accusing the Palestinian group of sacrificing the people of Gaza for Iran's "regional project
Russian Warplane Accidentally Drops Bomb on Russian-Occupied Luhansk; Ukraine Faces Intense Missile...
A Russian warplane unintentionally released a bomb over the town of Rubizhne in the Russian-occupied Luhansk region, as confirmed by Leonid Pasechnik, the head of the region's Moscow-appointed government. The FAB-250 bomb, carrying a high-explosive warhead, did not result in any injuries, according to reports from the Associated Press
China Sanctions Five U.S. Defense Companies Over Supply to Taiwan
China has decided to impose sanctions on five U.S
Houthi Tactics Seem Working as Chinese COSCO Stops Port Calls to Israel
The worlds fourth-largest shipping company COSCO has announced the suspension of its service to Israel, adding to the disruptions caused by Houthi rebels' attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea. This decision comes after a series of attacks by the Houthis, targeting Israeli-linked cargo vessels and prompting other major shipping companies to reroute away from the region
Russia Shoots Done Ukrainian Su-25, Su-27 Aircraft, 38 Drones
The Russian military shot down two Ukrainian aircraft - Su-25 and Su-27 - and intercepted 38 drones and six Neptune cruise missiles in one day, the Russian Defense Ministry reported on Sunday. “Within 24 hours, air defense systems shot down two aircraft of the Ukrainian Air Force: a Su-25 near the city of Dnepropetrovsk and a Su-27 near the city of Krivoy Rog, Dnepropetrovsk region,” a Russian MoD statement said
Germany Commits €10.5B Military Aid to Ukraine
In a significant show of support, Germany has committed to transferring weapons worth over €10 billion and handed over a substantial military aid package to Ukraine, comprising Skynex, PATRIOT, and IRIS-T air defense systems. This latest contribution is part of the broader military assistance initiative by the Federal Republic of Germany, reflecting its dedication to reinforcing Ukraine's security infrastructure
Saudi Arabia Planning Néw Regional Airline Using Embraer Aircraft
Netherlands to Enhance Self-Protection for NH90, Apache, and Chinook Helicopters
Ukrainian Soldiers Complete F-16 Maintenance Training in the Netherlands
Israel Boosts Munitions Production with Elbit Systems
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...
Development Trends in Unmanned Surface Vessels
Unmanned surface vessels (USVs) have caught the attention of the world following their spectacular success in sinking Russian warships in...
Have Iran-Israel Missile Attacks Enabled Mutual Deterrence?
Iran's April 13-14 missile strike against Israel marks a paradigm shift in Tehran's approach to Israel; from previously relying on...
Free Flight to Russian Hypersonic Missiles as America's Own Hypersonics Program Delayed to 2027
As Russian Aerospace Forces pummeled Ukrainian positions in mid-March 2024 with hypersonic missiles, the Pentagon's own hypersonics program faces delays,...
Counter-trade, Undisclosed Deals May be Masking Russia’s Arms Export Numbers
A Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SPIRI) report last week reported a steep fall in Russias arms exports- pushed to...