Report unlocks mystery of why Chinese bombers flew near Alaska in 2024
A new report reveals China's joint patrols with Russia near Alaska may have had motives beyond a political message.
Asia Pacific
Japan closes in on biggest ever defense export with frigate selection
Japan recently won selection for a lucrative Australian frigate requirement worth up to US$6.5 billion.
A Chinese blockade could cripple Taiwan’s electricity, war game warns
“Energy is the weakest element in Taiwan’s resilience against coercion,” warns a report by the U.S.-based Center for Strategic and International Studies.
US Marines train beach landings Down Under with old allies, new rides
One key subplot to the July 24 landings was the first ever touchdown of the Marine Corps’ new Amphibious Combat Vehicle in Australia.
US, allies drill pop-up missile positions to keep Chinese ships at bay
Various anti-ship missile firings demonstrated the ability of the U.S. and its allies to hit maritime targets from land-based launchers.
Turkey, Indonesia sign multibillion-dollar warplane, frigate deals
The agreement includes comprehensive cooperation in engineering, manufacturing, and technology transfer.
Mysterious annex at North Korean missile plant has analysts puzzled
Construction at a North Korean missile factory could portend an upgrade to the country’s rocketry capabilities, according to satellite imagery and experts.
US Army drops into Australia for massive war games
“We landed right on the X," a commander told Defense News.
Australian Abrams battle tanks arrive in Ukraine
The U.S.-built tanks, still painted in their AusCam camouflage scheme, had been loaded onto a commercial cargo ship in Geelong, Australia, in May 2025.
China-Russia nexus jumps top of mind for Japan’s defense planners
Japan had initially planned the F-35Bs to support amphibious operations, but the initial six jets missed the target March delivery period.
Australia hosts largest-ever Talisman Sabre military exercise
The event began with live-fire exercises, including Australia’s first use of U.S.-supplied HIMARS rocket systems.
US commander says China has failed to coerce rivals in South China Sea
Adm. Stephen Koehler gave assurances of U.S. commitment to help defend freedom of passage and the rule of law in the Indo-Pacific region.
Japan starts deploying Osprey fleet at a new base with an eye on China
The military buildup is meant as a deterrence to China’s increasingly assertive maritime actions in the area.
South Korea backtracks over follow-on Apache helicopter buy
Officials cite cost and perceived tactical vulnerabilities as reasons behind the change of heart.
New Zealand will ‘look to the stars’ with first military space unit
The squadron’s initial focus will be on monitoring, analyzing and understanding space activity to safeguard national and international interests.
Setting the scene: Army to test new hub for stockpiling in Australia
The Army is establishing major sites to shelter equipment that could be used during war, humanitarian crises or natural disasters in the Pacific theater.
Filipino military pushes naval base upgrades, fearing Chinese spying
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro wants to speed up work at Balabac Island, a joint Air Force and Navy base in the southern end of Palawan province.
