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US blacklists Chinese tech giants as Beijing condemns move and warns of retaliation

US blacklists Chinese tech giants as Beijing condemns move and warns of retaliation

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Beijing has expressed strong opposition after the United States moved to place several major Chinese technology firms on a blacklist over allegations of ties to the Chinese military, a decision that has further strained relations between the two global powers. The latest update from the US Department of Defense includes well-known companies such as Alibaba, […]

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Pentagon Raises Israel Intelligence Threat Level Amid Espionage Concerns

Pentagon Raises Israel Intelligence Threat Level Amid Espionage Concerns

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The Pentagon has reportedly increased its counterintelligence threat assessment for Israel to its highest category, following concerns over alleged intelligence-gathering activities targeting senior United States officials. According to reports cited by AFP and NBC News, the Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency has classified Israel’s capability to conduct both human intelligence operations and advanced technical surveillance as […]

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Pentagon Chief Calls for Stability in Asia While Addressing Concerns Over China's Growing Military Presence

Pentagon Chief Calls for Stability in Asia While Addressing Concerns Over China’s Growing Military Presence

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As geopolitical tensions continue to shape the future of the Indo-Pacific region, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a carefully balanced message during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, one of Asia’s most influential defense and security forums. Addressing military leaders, policymakers, and security experts from around 45 countries, Hegseth acknowledged growing concerns about China’s rapid […]

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Indonesia clarifies no agreement made on US military airspace access

Indonesia clarifies no agreement made on US military airspace access

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Indonesia’s Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has denied claims that Indonesia granted unrestricted airspace access to the United States military after signing a letter of intent with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth last month. Speaking during a parliamentary hearing on Tuesday, Sjafrie explained that the document signed in Washington only outlined general principles of cooperation and […]

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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to Visit Asia, Including Malaysia, to Strengthen Regional Alliances Against Growing China Influence

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to Visit Asia, Including Malaysia, to Strengthen Regional Alliances Against Growing China Influence

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In a significant diplomatic and strategic move, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to embark on a multi-country tour across Asia, including Malaysia, Japan, Vietnam, and South Korea, the Pentagon confirmed on Sunday. This will mark Hegseth’s third visit to the region, underscoring Washington’s intensified efforts to reinforce its alliances amid growing concerns over […]

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