Multiple Russian intrusions seen as test of NATO warning system
In its most provocative maneuver since the end of the Cold War, Russia dispatched waves of combat aircraft in a bid to penetrate NATO member states’ air space. SUBSCRIBE (more…)
Israel to buy more F-35 stealth fighters from U.S. despite tensions
Amid severe diplomatic friction between the Obama Administration and Israel, robust arms deals are continuing without hindrance. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Russia’s third Kilo-class sub to Vietnam noted by Beijing
Moscow has announced that Russia will hand over the third of the six Kilo-class diesel-electric submarines purchased by Vietnam by the year’s end. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Russian spy plane enters Estonia airspace, triggers NATO alert
Estonia, a NATO member state, is demanding an explanation from Moscow over an incident last week involving a Russian intelligence-gathering aircraft. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
High wire: Japan holds exercises with Russia, U.S. in same area
In a high-stakes balancing act of military diplomacy, Japan conducted joint naval exercises with Russia and the U.S.. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
India snubs U.S., offers half a billion dollar contract to Israel
While the U.S. weapons systems are clearly of superior quality and hold a technical edge, India has rejected the U.S. offer for Spike anti-tank missiles. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Moscow, Amsterdam in heated dispute over submarine sightings
Russia and the Netherlands have accused each other of sending a submarine into Swedish territorial waters. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Indonesia, world’s largest Muslim state, to become ‘maritime power’
Democracy triumphed in Indonesia as the first non-military, non-elite elected commoner was sworn in on Oct 20 as Indonesia’s new president. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Australia helps Beijing by extraditing fugitive Chinese officials
China and Australia have reached an extradition agreement to send corrupt officials who have fled to Australia back home to face the Chinese judicial process. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)