The long-standing conflict between Israel and Lebanon may be showing signs of diplomatic progress after both sides agreed to move forward with a conditional ceasefire framework following US-led discussions in Washington. According to a joint statement released after the latest round of negotiations, the proposed ceasefire will depend on a complete halt to attacks by […]
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As delegates, defence leaders, and security experts gathered in Singapore for the annual Shangri-La Dialogue, one question echoed throughout the venue: Where is China? The Shangri-La Dialogue is widely regarded as Asia’s most influential defence and security forum. Traditionally, China has used this platform to communicate its military outlook, regional priorities, and position on major […]
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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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India is preparing to reportedly test its latest nuclear-capable Agni-6 ballistic missile as the country marks one year since one of the most dangerous military confrontations with Pakistan in recent decades. The development comes at a time when tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours continue to remain highly sensitive. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India […]
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Leaders from Southeast Asia are gathering in the central Philippines this week for a crucial Asean summit as rising geopolitical tensions across West Asia, Myanmar and the South China Sea place enormous pressure on the region’s stability and economy. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has described the summit as a “bare bones” meeting focused mainly […]
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