Author: Saubhagya.Singh

Before the commencement of a major joint exercise between Seoul and Washington, Kim Jong-Un, the leader of North Korea, visited a navy unit to oversee a strategic cruise missile test, as reported by the state media agency Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Monday, August 21. KCNA revealed that Kim inspected one of the fleets in the East Sea, commonly known as the Sea of Japan, where the crew conducted a drill involving the launch of “strategic cruise missiles.” The timing of the visit and the specific missile type were not disclosed. The images depicted Kim observing the missile’s flight…

In a significant development, Taiwan’s defense ministry confirmed on Sunday (August 20) that over the past 24 hours, a total of 25 Chinese air force planes from China made a breach across the Taiwan Strait’s median line. This median line had historically acted as an informal yet respected boundary between the two sides. The incursion included Su-30 and J-11 fighter jets, as depicted on a ministry-issued map. Notably, there were no immediate signs suggesting China’s continuation of these exercises into Sunday. As reported by the reputable news agency Reuters, Taiwanese officials expressed concerns that China might soon initiate military exercises…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a phone discussion with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Friday, August 18th. According to a press release, the conversation revolved around bilateral matters and the expansion of the BRICS grouping. They also touched on regional issues, with Prime Minister Modi highlighting the deep historical and cultural bonds between India and Iran that foster strong people-to-people ties. During their talk, Prime Minister Modi and President Raisi reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation. They placed particular emphasis on fully realizing the potential of the Chabahar Port, envisioning it as a vital connectivity hub between…

This week, Yoon Suk Yeol marked his country’s 1945 independence from Japan. The South Korean president didn’t dwell on the past occupation but emphasized the partnership based on shared values. Amid North Korean threats and concerns, Yoon prioritized addressing “Communist aggression.” The Biden administration perceives a transformative shift in East Asia—a stronger relationship between long-contentious allies to counter China’s influence and bolster Taiwan’s defence. President Biden plans to solidify this during a Camp David summit. Although the summit might not result in a formal defence commitment, it will establish a mutual understanding of regional responsibilities. Dennis Wilder, an ex-official who…

Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu held a meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu during a security conference in Moscow.

On Monday (August 14), North Korean state media KCNA reported that leader Kim Jong Un had instructed authorities to enhance the manufacturing of missiles and artillery shells, aiming to bolster the nation’s preparedness for potential conflict. The report highlighted Kim’s aspiration to attain “overwhelming military power.” Reportedly, the North Korean Leader visited crucial munitions factories responsible for producing tactical missiles, missile launch platforms, armoured vehicles, and artillery shells on Friday and Saturday. During this visit, he issued the directives. Coinciding with the impending annual military exercises scheduled by the United States and South Korea, Kim conducted an on-site inspection and…

India and China are gearing up for their 19th round of Corps Commander Level talks, which are scheduled to occur on August 14 at the Chushul-Moldo meeting point in the Eastern Ladakh sector. According to sources from the defense field cited by ANI news agency, Fire and Fury Corps Commander Lt Gen Rashim Bali will lead the Indian delegation in the discussions, which will also involve officials from the Ministry of External Affairs and ITBP. The talks are expected to cover topics such as the DBO and CNN junction, as well as other pertinent issues. India will also emphasize the…

On Wednesday, Joe Biden signed an executive order with a narrow scope, aimed at restricting specific US investments in sensitive technological areas within China. Additionally, the order mandates that government notification is required for funding in other technology fields. This highly anticipated order grants authority to the US Treasury Secretary, allowing them to limit or prevent certain American investments in Chinese companies operating within three sectors: semiconductors and microelectronics, quantum information technologies, and specific artificial intelligence systems. In a communication addressed to Congress, Biden explained that he was invoking a national emergency to address the risk posed by countries like…

Reproductive rights supporters achieved a resounding victory as Ohio voters decisively rejected Issue 1, a Republican-backed measure aimed at making it harder to secure abortion rights in the state constitution. “Sixty-two per cent of Ohioans voted against Issue 1,” according to the Associated Press, which called the election when 36 per cent of the vote was in. This outcome marks a significant advancement in the ongoing fight to protect women’s reproductive freedoms. At its core, Issue 1 aimed to raise the threshold for future state constitutional amendments to 60 per cent support, a significant increase from the current simple majority…

In a recent conversation, China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, conveyed to his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, that China maintains a stance of impartiality concerning the conflict in Ukraine. This communication occurred shortly after a Chinese delegation participated in international discussions aimed at resolving the conflict, which notably included representatives from Kyiv but not Moscow. During the call on Monday, Wang emphasized the strong bond of trust and reliability that exists between China and Russia. He highlighted that in dealing with the Ukraine crisis, China’s approach is one of independence and impartiality. Wang underscored China’s commitment to voicing a balanced and…