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India
India on path to weapons self-sufficiency but still lags behind China: experts
Even as India focuses on developing indigenous defence capabilities, experts say it needs to build up its arsenal to prepare for ‘two-front war’.
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China-Philippines relations
Chinese aircraft carriers’ Pacific presence sparks warnings for Philippines
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India-Pakistan tensions
After the ceasefire, leaders of India and Pakistan seek cover under their flags
14 Jun 2025 - 8:21AM
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Middle East
Damage to Iran nuclear sites from Israel’s strikes appears limited: experts
The destruction of underground facilities at Natanz and Fordow may not be possible without US military support and bunker buster bombs.
14 Jun 2025 - 7:21AM
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Middle East
Iran strikes back at Israel, sending Middle East tensions soaring
Tehran’s missile barrage retaliates for Israeli strikes on its nuclear programme and military command.
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Middle East
Did Pentagon pizza theory predict Israel’s deadly attack on Iran?
A social media account monitoring food deliveries in the area also noted ‘abnormally low traffic’ at a gay bar near the US military HQ.
14 Jun 2025 - 2:13AM
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Science
China’s landmark orbital refuelling mission: why US spy satellites hover nearby
Shijian-25 is expected to use its robotic arms to latch onto Shijian-21 and replenish its fuel.
13 Jun 2025 - 8:33PM
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The Philippines
‘Any time, any place’: Philippine army to be deployed to South China Sea islands
Manila aims to boost the Philippine military’s capacity to coordinate across its services and counter China’s maritime assertiveness.
13 Jun 2025 - 7:39PM
Japan
Japan warns of collision risks after Chinese fighter jet manoeuvres
Such actions by the Chinese jet should be viewed as ‘threats’, as any error could escalate tensions in the Pacific, analysts say.
13 Jun 2025 - 8:00AM
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India-Pakistan tensions
Crypto, China, critical minerals: inside Pakistan army chief’s US visit
South Asian country’s most powerful figure seeks bilateral reset after armed conflict with India and as US concern rises over its China ties.
13 Jun 2025 - 6:52AM
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US-China relations
Pentagon chief assures lawmakers on review of US-Britain-Australia pact
‘Congress will be involved’ in 30-day assessment of Aukus alliance formed to counter Beijing’s regional clout, defence secretary testifies.
13 Jun 2025 - 6:04AM
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Pakistan
Pakistan eyes more Chinese weapon systems after ‘clear-cut victory over India’
Islamabad is looking to buy more Chinese warplanes and anti-ballistic missile systems to deter future Indian attacks, analysts say.
12 Jun 2025 - 7:30PM
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Aukus alliance
Trump puts submarine pact in rough waters as China touts strength
The Trump administration is reviewing the Aukus submarine accord with the UK and Australia, while Chinese aircraft carriers are charting new courses.
12 Jun 2025 - 5:00PM
China-Philippines relations
Philippines’ Marcos softens stance amid economic pressures but will China bite?
The Philippine president’s close ties with the US could prove a stumbling block to better relations with Beijing, observers say.
12 Jun 2025 - 4:22PM
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South China Sea
Chinese vessel grounding: concern in Philippines over new grey-zone tactic
Experts say China could be ‘testing’ the Philippines’ operational response amid mounting pressure over Manila’s recent defence partnerships.
12 Jun 2025 - 12:00PM
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Australia
Australia ‘confident’ Trump won’t sink Aukus deal after review
Defence Minister Richard Marles downplayed the move, while ex-leader Scott Morrison said Canberra should ‘make the case again’ for the treaty.
12 Jun 2025 - 11:34AM
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Japan
Is Japan’s increased surveillance of remote islands a link to China activity?
Deployments may be to islands already with radar capabilities, but experts say the plan is not a response to recent Chinese maritime presence.
12 Jun 2025 - 3:27PM
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Middle East
US pulling some personnel from Middle East as Iran tensions rise
Tensions in the region have been rising as US-Iran nuclear talks appear to have hit an impasse.
12 Jun 2025 - 3:11PM
Donald Trump
Trump admin launches review of Aukus submarine pact with Australia and UK
The move is likely to alarm Australia, which sees the submarines as critical to its defence as tensions grow over China’s military build-up.
12 Jun 2025 - 6:13AM
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US-China relations
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Why US defence chief’s attack on China won’t find favour in Southeast Asia
The US is playing up the ‘China threat’ and wants allies in Asia to increase defence spending, but it may find this to be a hard sell.
11 Jun 2025 - 8:30PM
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Ukraine war
Ukraine receives more than 1,200 fallen soldiers’ bodies from Russia
The soldiers died in battles across Kursk and several Ukrainian regions, according to an organisation involved in retrieving military casualties.
11 Jun 2025 - 8:37PM
Los Angeles protests
Protests to parades: Trump in a military mindset as troops hit US streets
US president touts intervention in cities like Los Angeles while preparing for a massive show of force in the capital.
11 Jun 2025 - 5:16PM
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South Korea
South Korea silences propaganda loudspeakers in bid to ‘restore trust’ with North
The South resumed loudspeaker broadcasts in June 2024 after a pause, responding to North Korea’s trash-laden balloon campaign.
11 Jun 2025 - 4:36PM
Los Angeles protests
Trump vows to ‘liberate’ LA, warns protests at military parade will be met with force
In a speech at one of the biggest US military bases, the president called demonstrators ‘animals’ and LA protests a ‘foreign invasion’.
11 Jun 2025 - 5:17PM
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US-China relations
EU in Latin America touts itself as ‘just’ partner amid US-China rivalry
Speaking in Brazil and aiming bloc’s message at Global South, senior envoy also extols shared agenda for green and digital transition.
11 Jun 2025 - 4:44AM
Los Angeles protests
Hegseth grilled over LA troop deployment, estimated to cost US$134 million
The Pentagon chief defended the decision to send in the National Guard and the Marines amid protests over immigration raids.
11 Jun 2025 - 9:08AM
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United States
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Asia is becoming more multipolar but not because of US decline
The Trump administration’s unclear foreign policy aims are prompting US partners to look beyond security alignment with Washington alone.
10 Jun 2025 - 9:24PM
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South China Sea
Living in China’s shadow has become ‘very dangerous’ for Filipino islanders
Filipino forces and villagers in the South China Sea face isolation and territorial tensions as they resist China’s growing dominance.
10 Jun 2025 - 4:45PM
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