Former University of Michigan researcher accused of hiding Chinese military drone ties
Investigators say Chuan Wang claimed modest roles on visa applications when in fact he was publicly known in China for his military drones.
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US Army’s 7th Infantry Division, 1st MDTF to merge as Multi-Domain Command-Pacific
The two-star Multi-Domain Command-Pacific will merge the 7th ID’s Stryker infantry brigades and a combat aviation brigade with a multidomain task force.
US Marines practice seizing remote islands in Philippine exercise
Based on Oahu, MADIS crews face limitations when live-firing at home, so Konien was enthusiastic about the opportunity to fire rounds and missiles abroad.
China fires verbal warning shot at US over Taiwan
Any misstep over Taiwan could push the U.S. and China toward direct confrontation, Chinese leader Xi Jinping told President Donald Trump.
Japan fires first-ever missiles from Philippine soil
The first Type 88 missile hit its target – a former minesweeper dating from WWII – 47 miles away after a six-minute flight.
No Indo-Pacific peace without industry surge and burden sharing, US general says
Pushing industry to far-reaching frontlines — and having allies share the load — is vital to Indo-Pacific security, U.S. Army Gen. Xavier Brunson stressed.
Role of Indo-Pacific air defenders has evolved dramatically, US Army commander says
Brig. Gen. William Parker, 94th AAMDC chief, recalled an old air defense building bearing a "Will work for food" sign, a stark contrast to the role today.
Allies surpassed the US in military budget purchasing power last year, new report shows
In absolute terms, Washington remains the single highest military spender by far.
US, partner nations sink two decommissioned ships during Exercise Balikatan
A two-day strike saw the sinking of two vessels, utilizing land, sea and air platforms from the U.S., Philippine, Japanese and Canadian forces.
India to build strategic outpost near key shipping lane in Indo-Pacific
“This is what I call the Hormuz Strait effect," one analyst said, referring to the collapse of shipping through the vital waterway due to war.
Pakistan’s first Chinese submarine set to boost naval capability
China’s defense supplies play key role in Pakistan’s military modernization, as both countries nurture a close partnership with an eye on India.
US Army fires Tomahawk missile from new Typhon launcher during Philippines drill
“The missile was very precise. Let’s say if you want to hit a window from a far distance, it lands directly into that window,” a military official said.
Interview: Gen. Ronald Clark, US Army Pacific commander
For Clark, who has headed USARPAC since Nov. 8, 2024, this 41st iteration of Balikatan represents a “full-circle event.”
US Army tests fresh drones, 3D printers at ‘Balikatan’ drill in the Philippines
In addition, the lab was testing a containerized solar-panel micro grid to generate electricity, a quieter alternative to diesel generators.
US Marines help gun down beach invaders in simulated Philippines defense
Afterwards, as the repulsed “enemy” withdrew in disorder, a coup de grace was delivered by an explosive-laden, first-person-view drone.
India races to boost conventional, nuclear submarine combat punch
The induction of a third SSBN brings the number of such boats to three, enabling the deployment of a continuous at-sea nuclear counterstrike force.
Global military spending surges and reaches record high
In addition to providing the latest numbers, SIPRI researchers also raised a concern about transparency.
