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China's 'First Ship' Retired After 32 Years of Service
China's Type 052 destroyer Harbin, known as the 'First Ship,' was decommissioned after 32 years, marking the end of a naval modernization era.
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China's 'First Ship' Harbin Retired After 32 Years
China's legendary destroyer Harbin, 'China's First Ship,' was decommissioned after 32 years, marking a milestone in naval modernization.
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MilitaryPolitics
China Patrols South China Sea Amid Philippine Tensions
China's Southern Theater Command conducts routine air and naval patrol in South China Sea, criticizing Philippine joint patrols with external countries.
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MediaMilitary
Pentagon Fires Stars and Stripes Leadership in Crackdown
Pentagon dismisses Stars and Stripes editor, reporter, and publisher after defending editorial independence, escalating press freedom concerns.
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MilitaryChina
China, UAE to Hold Falcon Shield-2026 Air Force Training
China and UAE announce fourth Falcon Shield joint air force training in Xinjiang, deepening military cooperation between the two nations.
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MilitarySecurity
Media, Military Members Held at Gunpoint at Vandenberg Base
Invited journalists and two military members were held at gunpoint at Vandenberg Space Force Base in a security mix-up, raising protocol questions.
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MediaMilitary
Stars and Stripes Publisher Retires Amid Pentagon Clash
Stars and Stripes publisher Max Lederer retires citing differences with Pentagon leadership, raising concerns about editorial independence.
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Military
PLA Navy Fleet 83 Completes 64-Day Training Mission
China's PLA Navy Fleet 83 returns after 64-day, 11,000-nautical-mile training and visit mission to Russia, Vietnam, Brunei, and Indonesia.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Trump Orders Reduction in US-Korea Drills; Seoul Proceeds
Trump orders substantial reduction in US-South Korea military exercises, citing his relationship with Kim Jong-un. Seoul says drills proceed as scheduled.
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MilitaryPolitics
USS Lincoln Families Demand Answers Over Crew Conditions
Families of USS Abraham Lincoln sailors condemn Trump's dismissal of dire conditions during record-breaking deployment supporting the Iran war.
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International ConflictMilitary
Russia-Ukraine Exchange Massive Strikes as NATO Downs Drone
Kyiv and Moscow trade massive rocket and drone attacks as a Spanish F-18 on NATO duty downs a drone over Romania.
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International RelationsMilitary
Iran Rejects Trump's Claim Over Strait of Hormuz
Iran's deputy foreign minister asserts Tehran's exclusive control over the Strait of Hormuz, dismissing Trump's pledge to claim the waterway.
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Military
China's 49th Escort Fleet Departs for Gulf of Aden
China's 49th naval escort fleet departed from Sanya for the Gulf of Aden, continuing its 18-year mission protecting international maritime shipping lanes.
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Military
China-Belarus Divine Eagle-2026 Airborne Exercise Opens
China and Belarus launched the Divine Eagle-2026 airborne joint training in Hubei, deepening military cooperation amid regional tensions.
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MilitaryPolitics
Sailors Jump Attempts on USS Lincoln Prompt Dems' Demand
Democratic lawmakers demand answers after reports of sailors attempting to jump from USS Abraham Lincoln amid record 250-day deployment.
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MilitaryUnited States
Two Soldiers Killed in Apache Helicopter Crash in Texas
Two U.S. Army soldiers died when an Apache helicopter crashed near Fort Hood, Texas, sparking a 155-acre grass fire. Investigation underway.
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MilitaryChina
Chinese Navy's 49th Escort Fleet Sets Sail for Gulf of Aden
China's 49th naval escort fleet departed from Sanya for the Gulf of Aden to relieve the 48th fleet, continuing its 18-year maritime security mission.
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PoliticsMilitary
Trump Crackdown Detains 50+ Military Family Members
AP investigation reveals more than 50 military spouses and parents detained under Trump's immigration crackdown, raising concerns about troop readiness.
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Military
Iran War Renews Concerns About TBI Toll on US Troops
Nearly 700 US troops wounded in Iran war, most with traumatic brain injuries. Veterans and experts warn of lasting cognitive and mental health toll.
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MilitaryPolitics
Belgium to Deploy Troops to Greenland for NATO Mission
Belgium will send troops to Greenland in September for NATO's Arctic Sentry mission, strengthening alliance presence in the vital Arctic region.
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MilitaryEurope
Belgian F-16s Deploy to Iceland for NATO Air Policing
Belgium deploys four F-16 jets and 100 soldiers to Iceland for NATO air policing, its second such mission in a year amid Arctic tensions.
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International ConflictMilitary
Russia Targets US Defence Company in Massive Kyiv Strike
Russia launches massive attack on Kyiv, destroying US-owned drone factory for first time, as Ukraine runs out of Patriot interceptors.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Iran's IRGC Claims Destruction of 3 US F-35 Jets in Jordan
Iran's IRGC claims it destroyed 3 US F-35 jets at Jordan's Al-Azraq base; CENTCOM denies any aircraft were damaged.
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MilitaryDiplomacy
Chinese Naval Fleet Arrives in Indonesia for Friendly Visit
Chinese PLA Navy ships Qi Jiguang and Kunlunshan arrive in Surabaya for a 4-day friendly visit, deepening China-Indonesia military cooperation.
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MilitaryPolitics
PLA Hong Kong Garrison Marks 99th Anniversary
PLA Hong Kong Garrison hosts reception marking PLA's 99th anniversary, with leaders praising its role as Hong Kong's stabilizing anchor.
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MilitarySociety
China's Military-Civilian Support Work Shows Gains
China reports significant progress in military-civilian support work ahead of the PLA's 99th anniversary.
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InternationalMilitary
Reports: Trump Orders New Iran Strikes; Tehran Vows Response
US officials say Trump ordered new strikes on Iran that could begin this weekend. Tehran says it has a comprehensive response plan ready.
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InternationalMilitary
Japan Conducts First Tomahawk Test Launch in Pacific
Japan's Self-Defense Forces conducted their first Tomahawk missile test from destroyer JS Chokai, signaling a major shift in defense policy.
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Military
PLA Modernization Push Pressures US First Island Chain
As the PLA marks 99 years, its push toward a 2027 'world-class military' goal is eroding the US edge along the first island chain, an SCMP analysis says.
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MilitaryPolitics
China stages air-sea drills near disputed Scarborough Shoal
China’s military stages air-sea drills near disputed Scarborough Shoal as Philippines tensions escalate over baselines and the reef.
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MilitaryPolitics
China marks 99th PLA anniversary with Army Day ceremonies
China marked the PLA's 99th anniversary with a grand Beijing reception and Xi Jinping's call to accelerate military modernization.
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Military
A WWII 'Unknown' Soldier May Finally Be Identified in Alaska
Remains of a WWII soldier buried as an 'unknown' in Sitka, Alaska, were exhumed for DNA testing — one of 81,000 U.S. service members still missing.
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EducationMilitary
China Military Academy Applications Surge to Record High
About 192,000 students applied to 22 Chinese military academies in 2026, with 17,500 admitted—application numbers and student quality at record highs.
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DefenseMilitary
Belgian Army Eases Medical Rules to Boost Recruitment
Belgium's Defence Minister Theo Francken is relaxing military medical criteria from 1 September to widen recruitment and fill support roles.
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MilitaryHealth
Army Rolls Out MAHA-Style Menus, Soldiers Applaud Changes
The U.S. Army transforms soldier dining with MAHA-inspired menus, featuring campus-style venues and scratch cooking at Fort Drum and beyond.
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MilitaryPolitics
Six Chinese Agencies Ban Sale of Retired Military Equipment
Six Chinese government departments jointly ban the sale of decommissioned military equipment, citing public safety risks and military secrecy concerns.
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PoliticsMilitary
China Condemns Philippines Joint Patrols in South China Sea
China's PLA condemns Philippines joint patrols with US, Japan as South China Sea tensions escalate following violent clashes and water cannon incidents.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Trump Says Iran Not Ready for Deal Amid Major US Strikes
Trump says Iran is not ready for a nuclear deal as US military strikes severely weaken Iran's navy and air force, with Netanyahu set to visit Washington.
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MilitaryDefense
New Chinese Stealth Submarine Spotted at Shanghai Shipyard
Satellite imagery reveals a new Chinese attack submarine with stealth features at Shanghai's Jiangnan Shipyard, signaling accelerated naval modernization.
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International PoliticsMilitary
US Strikes Iran; Trump Says Tehran Not Ready for Deal
US launches 13th night of Iran strikes as Trump rules out deal, threatens 'massive attack' and warns Houthis. Oil tops $100.
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War & ConflictMilitary
Soldier's Sacrifice: Widow Remembers Husband Killed in Iran
The widow of Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, killed in the Iran conflict, shares her grief. His mother's tribute and the human cost of war.
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MilitaryChina
PLA Navy Ship Jixiang Ark Embarks on First Overseas Mission
China's newest hospital ship Jixiang Ark departs for Harmonious Mission-2026, a 200-day humanitarian deployment to Africa and South Asia.
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InternationalMilitary
US Strikes Iran for 12th Night, Threatens Civilian Targets
The US completes 12th consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran as President Trump threatens to destroy bridges and power plants, escalating the conflict.
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DefenseMilitary
Belgium Arms SkyGuardian Drones with Brimstone Missiles
Belgium arms MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones with Brimstone 3 missiles, transforming surveillance drones into precision-strike platforms, Francken announces.
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PoliticsMilitary
Belgian PM's Son Trains as Combat Engineer Reservist
Simon De Wever, son of Belgian PM Bart De Wever, trains as a combat engineer reservist, highlighting Belgium's push to expand its military reserve forces.
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PoliticsMilitary
Navy Blocks Sailors' Service Records in New Press Curbs
The Navy will no longer release sailors' service history to the public, the latest Pentagon press restriction under Defense Secretary Hegseth.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Trump Threatens Strike on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain Site
Trump threatens to strike Iran's underground Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site; Iran warns any attack would be considered an expansion of war.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Iran War Escalates: Trump Threatens Infrastructure Strikes
Trump threatens to bomb Iranian bridges and power plants for each ship attack, as war costs reach $37.5B and four US troops are honored.
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InternationalMilitary
US-Iran Hormuz Standoff: Airstrikes Fail to Break Deadlock
After 10 nights of airstrikes, the US and Iran remain entrenched in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, analysts question the strategy.
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InternationalMilitary
US and Iran Trade Strikes for Ninth Night as War Escalates
US strikes Iran for ninth night as Tehran retaliates across the Gulf. Three American troops killed; oil tops $90 as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens.
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MilitaryPolitics
Pentagon Withheld Dozens of U.S. Injuries in Iran War
NYT reports the Pentagon failed to disclose three Iranian strikes in Jordan that injured dozens of U.S. troops, sparking a transparency debate.
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MilitaryAnalysis
Why the US Keeps Losing Wars: Afghanistan, Iraq, and Iran
An NPR analysis examines why the US struggles to win wars, drawing on Afghanistan, Iraq, and the ongoing Iran conflict with expert strategic insights.
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SecurityMilitary
NORAD F-16s Intercept Aircraft Over New Jersey Skies
NORAD F-16s intercepted multiple aircraft violating temporary flight restrictions over New Jersey during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
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PoliticsMilitary
House Panel Advances $95 Billion Iran War Funding Package
The House Budget Committee voted 20-14 to advance a $95 billion budget resolution funding the Iran war, farm aid, and voter ID requirements.
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InternationalMilitary
Iran Strikes US Military Bases in Kuwait and Jordan
Iran launches missile and drone attacks on US military bases in Kuwait and Jordan, escalating the five-month war and threatening Hormuz stability.
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MilitaryPolitics
Hegseth Orders Testosterone Screening for US Troops
Defense Secretary Hegseth mandates testosterone screening for troops 30 and older, sparking debate on readiness, privacy, and hormone therapy.
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InternationalMilitary
US Pounds Iran in Sustained Strikes; Tehran Strikes Back
US strikes Iran for third night as Trump weighs hitting nuclear site. Iran retaliates against US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
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MilitaryPolitics
U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes in New Hormuz Phase
U.S. and Iran trade strikes as the conflict enters a new phase focused on the Strait of Hormuz. Senate Democrats block $1 trillion defense bill in protest.
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InternationalMilitary
US Launches 7-Hour Strikes on Iran as Tensions Escalate
US launches sustained strikes on Iran, triggering retaliation on American bases. Trump threatens power plants as analysts warn of forever war.
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MilitaryGeopolitics
China-Russia 'Maritime Joint-2026' Naval Exercise Concludes
China and Russia wrap up the 12th Joint Sea naval exercise in Qingdao, featuring first-ever joint submarine operations and a transition to Pacific patrols.
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PoliticsMilitary
Trump Extends D.C. National Guard Deployment Through 2029
Pentagon confirms National Guard will remain in D.C. through Inauguration Day 2029, sparking debate over cost, legality, and civil-military relations.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Robot Army Remakes Ground Warfare in Ukraine
Ukraine's ground robots are transforming warfare, evacuating wounded, holding trenches, and engaging enemies. Over 50,000 missions signal a new era.
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MilitaryInternational
China-Russia Joint Sea-2026 Naval Drills End in Yellow Sea
China and Russia wrap up Joint Sea-2026 naval exercise off Qingdao, featuring advanced drills and a planned Pacific patrol signaling deeper military ties.
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US PoliticsMilitary
Minnesota Pulls National Guard From DC, Pressuring Michigan
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz withdraws National Guard troops from D.C. after activists document armed patrols far from the National Mall, pressuring Michigan.
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MilitaryGeopolitics
China and Russia Hold Joint Naval Air Defense Drills
Chinese and Russian navies held air defense drills in the Yellow Sea as part of Maritime Joint-2026, deepening military cooperation amid regional tensions.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Trump Threatens to Destroy Iran Over Assassination Plot
Trump warns Iran of massive retaliation if it attempts to assassinate him, as US-Iran tensions escalate after ceasefire collapse.
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International AffairsMilitary
US Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites; China Hits Back at US
US strikes Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant; Iran retaliates with missiles. China rebukes US criticism of SLBM test as 'double standards and hegemonism.'
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MilitaryInternational
US Launches Massive Strikes on Iran as Hormuz Truce Ends
CENTCOM strikes over 80 Iranian targets after tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump declares the June ceasefire 'over' as Iran retaliates.
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MilitaryChina
China-Russia Naval Exercise Enters Sea Phase in Yellow Sea
China-Russia Maritime Joint-2026 exercise enters sea phase. Officers held mutual ship visits on destroyer Kaifeng and cruiser Varyag.
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MilitaryInternational Conflict
U.S. and Iran Sink Into Violent Cycle as Ceasefire Collapses
The US-Iran ceasefire collapses as renewed strikes send oil prices soaring. Jeb Bush warns of 300 Iranian drones in Cuba as war accelerates energy shift.
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MilitaryInternational Conflict
Ukraine Strikes 21 Ships; U.S. Licenses Patriot Production
Ukraine strikes 21 Russian vessels in 72 hours, setting oil tankers ablaze. Trump licenses Ukraine to produce Patriot missile systems at NATO summit.
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Military
Air Force Revokes 135 Promotions After Test Scoring Error
The U.S. Air Force rescinds 135 technical sergeant promotions after an outdated answer key skewed test scores, affecting 2,285 Security Forces airmen.
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MilitaryChina
China-Russia Joint Sea-2026 Drills Begin in Qingdao
China and Russia launch Joint Sea-2026 naval exercise in Qingdao, featuring advanced warships and a rare interview on deepening military ties.
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PoliticsMilitary
NATO Summit in Ankara: €104B in New Defense Pledges
NATO allies pledge €70B annually for Ukraine and €34B for drone defense at the Ankara Summit, marking a historic shift toward European defense autonomy.
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HistoryMilitary
Unit 516 Archives Reveal New Evidence of Japanese War Crimes
Newly declassified Unit 516 archives provide irrefutable evidence of Imperial Japan's chemical warfare program and its link to Unit 731.
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MilitaryDefense
China-Russia Joint Sea-2026 Naval Exercise Begins
China and Russia launch Joint Sea-2026 naval exercise in Qingdao with advanced warships, submarines, and plans for a joint Pacific patrol.
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MilitaryAsia-Pacific
China and Russia Launch Maritime Joint-2026 Naval Exercise
China and Russia begin Maritime Joint-2026 naval exercise near Qingdao, followed by a joint patrol in the Pacific Ocean.
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International DefenseMilitary
China and Russia Launch Joint Sea-2026 Naval Exercises
China and Russia launch Joint Sea-2026 naval exercises off Qingdao, deploying cruisers, destroyers, and submarines for week-long drills and patrols.
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PoliticsMilitary
NATO Summit Tests Alliance as Trump Demands 'Loyalty'
NATO chief Mark Rutte faces his toughest test at the Ankara summit as Trump shifts demands from burden-sharing to 'loyalty,' testing the alliance.
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Military
Navy Ends Search for Missing Sailor After Arabian Sea Crash
The US Navy suspended its 102-hour search for a missing sailor after an MH-60S Seahawk crash in the Arabian Sea. Three crew members were rescued.
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InternationalMilitary
Ukraine's Crimea Campaign: War at Russia's Doorstep
Ukraine intensifies drone strikes on Crimea, targeting air defenses, supply lines, and energy infrastructure to isolate the Russian-occupied peninsula.
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Military
PLA Rocket Force Missile Brigade Showcases Readiness at 60
China's PLA Rocket Force highlights the Missile Launch Pioneer Battalion's combat readiness and three generations of soldiers on its 60th anniversary.
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MilitaryChina
PLA Navy Ships Nanning, Hengyang in First Hong Kong Visit
PLA Navy destroyer Nanning and frigate Hengyang arrive in Hong Kong for a five-day visit marking the 29th handover anniversary with public tours.
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MilitaryAsia Pacific
China Marks 60 Years of Missile Force, Patrols SCS
China marks 60 years of strategic missile forces as PLA patrols Huangyan Island in the South China Sea, highlighting growing military capabilities.
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InternationalMilitary
Massive Drone Attack Hits Moscow, Satellite Hub Struck
Russia says 419 drones shot down overnight as Ukraine strikes a satellite center near Moscow, killing an infant and intensifying pressure on Putin.
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International SecurityMilitary
Russia Arms Gas Tanker with Heavy Machine Guns in Baltic Sea
Photographs confirm Russia equipped a Gazprom LNG tanker with Kord heavy machine guns and military personnel, escalating Baltic Sea tensions with NATO.
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MilitaryGeopolitics
China, Russia Hold 11th Joint Strategic Air Patrol
China and Russia held their 11th joint air patrol over the Sea of Japan, East China Sea, and western Pacific, prompting South Korea to scramble jets.
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MilitaryTechnology
China's Y-20 Transport Aircraft Marks 10 Years of Service
China's Y-20 large transport aircraft celebrates a decade of service, transforming PLAAF strategic airlift capabilities with new variants.
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PoliticsMilitary
Democrats Send National Guard to D.C. for First Since Trump
Four Democratic-led states send National Guard troops to D.C., marking a reversal as legal experts question whether troops will join Trump's task force.
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Military
Navy Launches Massive Search for Missing Marine Off Calif.
A U.S. Marine went missing during a training exercise off Southern California. The Navy launched a massive search before transitioning to recovery.
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InternationalMilitary
US Strikes Iran After Drone Attack on Cargo Ship in Hormuz
The US military launched airstrikes against Iranian targets after a drone struck a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a fragile ceasefire.
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InternationalMilitary
Iran Strikes US Military Targets After American Airstrikes
Iran strikes US military targets after American airstrikes hit Iranian coastal sites, shattering the fragile Islamabad ceasefire agreement.
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MilitaryInternational
Iranian Drones Strike Bahrain as Iran-US Ceasefire Unravels
Iranian drones attacked Bahrain and a tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz after US airstrikes, threatening the fragile Iran-US ceasefire agreement.
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InternationalMilitary
Iran-US Ceasefire Shatters in Strikes on Bahrain and Hormuz
US airstrikes on Iran and Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain shatter the fragile June 18 ceasefire, threatening a wider regional war.
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PoliticsMilitary
Democrats Send National Guard to DC for First Since Trump
Democratic governors from four states sent National Guard troops to DC for America 250 celebrations, raising questions about mission control.
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MilitaryChina
Fujian and Liaoning Carriers Active in Major Naval Ops
China's Fujian carrier transits Taiwan Strait as Liaoning returns from record 40-day deployment, signaling maturing naval capabilities.
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MilitaryDefense
Liaoning Carrier Group Returns from Record 40-Day Voyage
China's Liaoning carrier group completed its longest deployment—40-plus days—with amphibious integration, Y-20U refueling, and counter-surveillance.
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Military
Liaoning Carrier Group Completes Far-Sea Combat Training
China's Liaoning aircraft carrier group returns to Qingdao after a 40-day far-sea combat training mission in the South China Sea and Western Pacific.
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MilitaryDrug Enforcement
U.S. Strike on Drug Boat Kills Two, Six Survivors in Pacific
U.S. military strikes alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific, killing two and leaving six survivors as Operation Southern Spear toll exceeds 210.
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InternationalMilitary
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz; US-Iran Deal Under Strain
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz citing Israeli strikes in Lebanon, threatening the fragile US-Iran peace deal. Sunday talks in Switzerland loom as key test.
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InternationalMilitary
Pentagon Seeks $80 Billion More for Iran War Costs
The Pentagon told lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war costs, as Congress debates the financial toll of the 3.5-month conflict.
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InternationalMilitary
Israel-Hezbollah Fighting Defies Multiple Ceasefire Attempts
Israel and Hezbollah continue fighting in Lebanon despite multiple ceasefire attempts, threatening the broader US-Iran peace deal and regional stability.
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PoliticsMilitary
No End in Sight for U.S. Military Mission Along the Border
Nearly 12,000 U.S. troops remain at the border with no end date. The $5B mission raises questions about readiness, costs, and the military's domestic role.
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PoliticsMilitary
Iran War's Staggering Toll: $113 Billion and Public Backlash
The 108-day Iran war cost $113 billion and 15 American lives. A new AP-NORC poll shows 65% disapprove of Trump's handling of the conflict.
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MilitaryPolitics
US Strike on Drug Boat Kills 3, Bringing Total to 211
A US military strike on a suspected drug boat in the eastern Pacific killed 3, bringing Operation Southern Spear's total to at least 211.
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MilitaryPolitics
Hegseth Blocks Black Admiral's Promotion in Anti-DEI Push
Pete Hegseth blocked a Black Navy admiral's promotion after he fixed a major crisis, part of a broader purge of diversity initiatives.
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PoliticsMilitary
Sen. Jim Banks Secures Anti-DEI Amendment in Defense Bill
Sen. Jim Banks secured an anti-DEI amendment in the $1.15 trillion defense bill, targeting Biden-era diversity policies and pushing merit-based promotions.
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PoliticsMilitary
Belgium's Painful Truth as NATO Target Rises to 5% of GDP
A Dutch study reveals Belgium's struggle to meet NATO's new 5% GDP defense target after only just reaching the old 2% norm in 2025.
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InternationalMilitary
Belgian Minesweeper Primula Stands Ready for Hormuz Mission
Belgium's minesweeper Primula awaits a political decision to deploy to the Strait of Hormuz for mine clearance after the US-Iran peace deal.
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MilitaryUnited States
B-52 Bomber Crash at Edwards AFB Kills All 8 Crew Members
A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. Investigation underway.
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TechnologyMilitary
Ukraine's AI Drones Autonomously Destroy Russian Shaheds
Ukraine achieves first autonomous drone-on-drone interceptions using AI-powered MaXon interceptors, flipping air defense economics at $3,500 per kill.
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CrimeMilitary
Suspects Crash Camp Pendleton Gate With 112 Pounds of Drugs
Two suspects crashed through a Camp Pendleton gate with 112 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl, triggering a six-hour manhunt involving 30 personnel.
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MilitaryChina
PLA Rocket Force Conducts Night Combat Launch Training
China's PLA Rocket Force conducts night combat launch training in the northwest highlands, practicing over 20 scenarios to enhance 24/7 readiness.
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InternationalMilitary
US Plans Major Cut to Air and Naval Support for NATO Europe
The US plans to cut fighter jets, bombers, and naval assets available to NATO in Europe by roughly one-third, reshaping transatlantic defense.
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MilitaryChina
PLA Academies to Enroll 17,500 High School Graduates in 2026
China's PLA plans to recruit 17,500 high school graduates across 22 military academies in 2026, with new training in political education and medicine.
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International SecurityMilitary
Japan Deploys Missile Systems to Remote Pacific Island
Japan begins deploying Type 12 missile launchers and drones to Minamitorishima, its easternmost island, as part of a broader Pacific defense buildup.
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PoliticsMilitary
Navy Women Fear Career Ceiling After Hegseth Cuts Promotions
Hegseth removed all women from the Navy's one-star admiral promotion list, sparking fears among female officers of a permanent career ceiling.
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MilitaryGeopolitics
China Tracks Dutch Warship Through Taiwan Strait
PLA tracked the Dutch frigate HNLMS De Ruyter through the Taiwan Strait after a confrontation near the Paracel Islands involving electronic warfare.
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MilitaryChina
China's PLA Achieves Major Combat Capability Milestones
China's PLA reports major combat capability strides including completion of the carrier five-piece set and Fujian carrier commissioning.
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PoliticsMilitary
Pentagon Cuts Faith Codes from 200 to 31 in Chaplain Reform
The Pentagon removed 180 faiths from the military's recognized religions list, cutting faith codes from over 200 to 31 in a major overhaul.
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MilitaryTechnology
Inside China's Digital-Intelligent PLA Information Force
A PLA Information Support Force base forges a 'digital-intelligent' force with cloud platforms and AI to meet China's 2027 military modernization goals.
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MilitaryHistory
China's First Nuclear Submarine: The Story of Long March 1
A historical retrospective on the Long March 1, China's first nuclear-powered submarine, tracing its journey from 1958 to museum display.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Iran's IRGC Strikes US-Linked Vessel in Retaliatory Attack
Iran's IRGC strikes a Panama-flagged cargo ship with a cruise missile in retaliation for a US attack, escalating Persian Gulf tensions.
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MilitaryPolitics
US Strikes on Drug Boats Kill Over 200, Raising Questions
US strikes on suspected drug boats under Operation Southern Spear have killed over 200 people, sparking debate over legality and effectiveness.
—5 min read
MilitaryTechnology
Pentagon Pushes Battlefield AI as Leaders Urge Caution
The Pentagon accelerates AI in military operations amid a debate between Hegseth and leaders who insist on human oversight of lethal decisions.
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MilitaryTechnology
Pentagon Pushes Battlefield AI as Leaders Urge Caution
The Pentagon accelerates battlefield AI deployment while military leaders urge caution and AI company Anthropic fights a supply chain risk designation.
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MilitaryPolitics
Death Toll From US Military Boat Strikes Surpasses 200
The death toll from U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean and Pacific has surpassed 200, drawing condemnation.
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Politics & DiplomacyMilitary
Hegseth Strikes Milder Tone on China at Shangri-La Dialogue
Pete Hegseth's Shangri-La Dialogue speech on China struck a milder tone post-Trump-Xi summit while pushing allies for greater burden-sharing.
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International AffairsMilitary
Drone Crash in Romania Shatters Ukraine War Containment Myth
A Russian drone crashed into a Romanian apartment building, injuring two and shattering the West's assumption the Ukraine war could be contained.
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MilitaryDiplomacy
China Drives Away Dutch Warship Near Paracel Islands
PLA says it used electronic interference to expel Dutch frigate HNLMS De Ruyter from Xisha Islands waters in the South China Sea.
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MilitaryPolitics
China's CMC Issues New Rules for Senior Military Officers
China's CMC issues landmark 26-article measures on senior officer oversight amid the most extensive PLA leadership purge in modern history.
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MilitaryInternational
Two Survivors Left at Sea After US Strike on Pacific Boat
US military strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills one, leaves two survivors at sea. Pentagon watchdog reviewing Operation Southern Spear.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Rubio Confirms US Troop Reduction in Europe, Citing Nerves
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed at a NATO meeting that America will reduce troops in Europe, acknowledging allied nervousness.
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Military
USS Ford Returns Home After Record 334-Day Deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford completed the longest US Navy carrier deployment since Vietnam, spanning wars in Venezuela and Iran.
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PoliticsMilitary
Senate Advances Bill to End Iran War as Cassidy Flips Vote
The Senate voted 50-47 to advance a War Powers Resolution ending US involvement in Iran, as Sen. Bill Cassidy flipped after losing his GOP primary.
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MilitaryChina
China Confirms J-10CE 9-0 Victory Over Eurofighter Typhoon
Chinese state media confirms Pakistan's J-10CE defeated Qatar's Eurofighter Typhoon 9-0 in simulated combat, showcasing Chinese radar advances.
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MilitaryChina
Liaoning Carrier Group Deploys to Western Pacific for Drills
China's Liaoning carrier group deploys to the Western Pacific for drills, coinciding with Taiwan President Lai's second anniversary.
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PoliticsMilitary
Trump Delays Iran Strike as Pentagon Faces Industrial Crisis
Trump halts a planned Iran strike hours before launch as Hegseth confronts a Pentagon industrial base crisis exposed by the war.
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PoliticsMilitary
Pentagon Scraps Poland Brigade Rotation; Ally Seeks Answers
The Pentagon canceled a planned armored brigade rotation to Poland, sparking bipartisan backlash and demands for answers from Warsaw.
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MilitaryInternational
Russia Launches Massive Nuclear Drills as Tensions Escalate
Russia begins three-day nuclear drills involving 64,000 troops and live missile launches amid heightened global tensions and Putin's visit to China.
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MilitaryInternational
Nigeria and US Joint Strikes Kill 175 ISIS Fighters
Nigeria and US joint operations kill 175 Islamic State fighters, including senior commanders, in a major counterterrorism success in the region.
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