U.S. And Philippines Hold Largest-Ever War Drills, as China Issues Warning
This year’s Balikatan exercises between the treaty allies are the largest since they began in the 1990s.
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US eyes aid to stop violence spilling into coastal West Africa
A security officer interacts with a driver at the Burkina Faso border in Paga, northern Ghana, on December 6, 2022Washington (AFP) – The United States is preparing long-term assistance for the Ivory Coast, Benin and Togo as concerns rise that jihadist…
Ukraine Gets Its First Western Heavy Tanks. Here’s What to Know
Ukraine’s army received its first batch of German Leopard 2 and British Challenger 2 heavy tanks ahead of a spring offensive.
The Anti-Drone Arms Race: Inside the Fight to Protect the World’s Skies
Anti-drone technology is the need of the hour. This young firm in Singapore is leading the way.
What We Know—and Don’t Know—About the U.S. Drone-Russian Fighter Jet Encounter
The collision is a rare but serious incident that triggered a U.S. diplomatic protest.
Syria condemns US general’s visit to Kurdish-held northeast
Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Milley, met with commanders and troops in northeast Syria, his spokesman saidDamascus (AFP) – Syria’s foreign ministry on Sunday condemned a surprise visit by the United States’ top military offic…
One year after Russia invasion, Zelensky eyes victory for Ukraine
People in Bucha, where Russian troops are accused of having committed atrocities, joined Friday’s ceremoniesKyiv (Ukraine) (AFP) – President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed Friday to do everything to defeat Russia this year, as the first Leopard tanks arrive…
China Issues Peace Proposal for War in Ukraine, as the Conflict Enters Its Second Year
The 12-point plan issued by the Foreign Ministry in Beijing Friday called for ending hostilities, protecting nuclear plants, and eliminating sanctions.
For Decades, Treaties Helped Keep the World Safe From Nuclear War. That Era Is Over
Russia suspended its participation in New START and China is reluctant to engage in dialogue about nuclear arms control.
Why China, Russia’s Biggest Backer, Now Says It’s Hoping to Broker Peace in Ukraine
China’s sudden truce initiative is a bold gambit that raises many questions.