China’s New Nuclear Submarine Raises the Stakes in the Pacific
A new Chinese nuclear attack submarine appears to combine a pump-jet with an X-shaped stern. Its performance remains unknown, but the design could complicate allied anti-submarine warfare…
Rafale Flies Sovereign AI as France Accelerates Fighter Upgrades
Two sovereign AI algorithms have flown on a Rafale fighter as France develops its future air combat capabilities; what the software does remains a closely held question.
Singapore and US Fire HIMARS, MLRS in Joint Drill as Indo-Pacific Rocket Artillery…
Singaporean HIMARS crews joined US Army MLRS crews for a combined live fire in Oklahoma, testing precision-strike procedures and the training partnership that sustains Singapore’s rocket…
Australia’s MQ-4C Triton Goes Operational, Expanding Indo-Pacific Surveillance
Australia has declared Initial Operational Capability for its MQ-4C Triton fleet, giving the Royal Australian Air Force a persistent, high-altitude maritime surveillance capability across…
South Korea’s First KF-21 Fighter Reaches Air Force as Indo-Pacific Airpower Shift…
South Korea has delivered its first serial-production KF-21 Boramae to the air force. Its arrival at Yecheon begins the demanding work of building an operational fighter squadron.
North Korea’s New HGV Missile Raises Stakes for US Bases in Asia
North Korea’s apparent Hwasong-11Ma-1 glide vehicle could complicate the defence of allied bases and logistics hubs, but its maneuverability and operational performance remain unverified.
South Korean F-35A Refuels From French Tanker as Rafales Test Indo-Pacific Reach
A French tanker refuelled a South Korean F-35A while a Korean tanker supported French Rafales, testing coalition endurance during a three-day Indo-Pacific air exercise.
Thailand Eyes Israeli Rampage Missiles to Counter Cambodia’s Long-Range Rockets
Thailand plans to add Israeli Rampage missiles to its F-16 arsenal as Cambodia’s PHL-03 rocket artillery shapes border defence planning. The proposed purchase could extend Thai strike reach,…
[VIDEO] Pantsir Seen on Moscow Highway After Drone Strike Halts Refinery
A Pantsir air defence vehicle appears on an elevated Moscow highway near the Kapotnya refinery, where a drone strike halted processing. Its position illustrates the difficult geometry of…
Iran Claims Another US MQ-1 Drone Downed Over Hormuz as Reaper Losses Mount
Iran claims another US MQ-1 drone was destroyed over Hormuz, placing its air defence capabilities and the pressure on America’s Reaper fleet under scrutiny.