by | Jan 16, 2025 | Security
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — While Japan’s Cabinet has approved a record defense budget for 2025, the 13th growth year in a row, Tokyo’s military posture vis-à-vis regional threats remains a work on progress, according a U.S. analyst. Grant Newsham, senior research...
by | Jan 15, 2025 | Security
MUMBAI, India — India’s navy on Wednesday simultaneously launched a submarine, destroyer and frigate built at a state-run shipyard, underscoring the importance of protecting the Indian Ocean region through which 95% of the country’s trade moves amid a strong Chinese...
by | Jan 15, 2025 | Security
DOHA, Qatar — Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal to pause the devastating war in the Gaza Strip, multiple officials announced Wednesday, raising the possibility of winding down the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies. The deal...
by | Jan 15, 2025 | Security
ROME — Italian state shipyard Fincantieri has completed the purchase of Italian torpedo firm WASS for a price that could reach €415 million ($428 million) as it strengthens its undersea activity. Fincantieri started talks last year to buy WASS from fellow Italian...
by | Jan 15, 2025 | Security
WARSAW, Poland — As Slovakia readies to acquire new battle tanks for its military, the country’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Robert Kaliňák has announced his ministry is considering the CV90120, a light tracked vehicle, as one of the options. Meanwhile,...
