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Trump Weighs Iran Deal Amid Health Report and China Concerns
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Trump Weighs Iran Deal Amid Health Report and China Concerns

US President Trump is considering a potential peace deal with Iran, with the Pentagon chief warning of the US's capability to resume conflict if demands are not met. Meanwhile, Trump's physician released a report stating the president is in excellent health despite some minor concerns, and the US defense secretary addressed China's military buildup.

China Drives Away Dutch Frigate Near Disputed Paracel Islands
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China Drives Away Dutch Frigate Near Disputed Paracel Islands

China's military announced it drove away a Dutch frigate from waters near the disputed Paracel Islands in the South China Sea. Beijing claims the Dutch warship entered its territorial waters illegally, prompting a response from the People's Liberation Army.

Trump Orders Navy to 'Shoot and Kill' Iranian Boats in Hormuz Strait
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Trump Orders Navy to 'Shoot and Kill' Iranian Boats in Hormuz Strait

President Trump ordered the US Navy to "shoot and kill" any Iranian boats that harass US vessels or lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz. This directive escalates tensions between the two nations amid stalled peace talks and concerns over the strait's security.

China Conducts Warship Drills in Western Pacific
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China Conducts Warship Drills in Western Pacific

China's military has deployed a warship formation to conduct combat drills and training exercises in the Western Pacific, transiting through the Yokoate Waterway. This move is seen by some as a deterrent to hostile forces.

Taiwan Opposition Leader Cheng Li-wun Accepts Xi Jinping's Invitation to Visit China in April
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Taiwan Opposition Leader Cheng Li-wun Accepts Xi Jinping's Invitation to Visit China in April

The leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, Kuomintang (KMT) chairperson Cheng Li-wun, has accepted an invitation from Chinese leader Xi Jinping to visit China in April, marking the first such visit in a decade amidst a high-stakes drama where Donald Trump has paused support for the island.

Beijing monitors Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba’s passage through Taiwan Strait
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Beijing monitors Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba’s passage through Taiwan Strait

The Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Friday and Saturday, monitored closely by the People’s Liberation Army, which remained on alert throughout the transit, according to a mainland Chinese media report. The Global Times, a nationalist newspaper affiliated with the Communist Party mouthpiece People’s Daily, reported the vessel’s passage on Saturday, citing a Chinese military source. Taiwan’s Liberty News reported that the frigate was spotted on Friday in th...

Chinese Military-Linked Labs Seek Nvidia AI Chips
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Chinese Military-Linked Labs Seek Nvidia AI Chips

Chinese research institutions with ties to the military are reportedly attempting to acquire advanced artificial intelligence chips from Nvidia, despite U.S. export restrictions. This pursuit highlights China's ongoing efforts to bolster its AI capabilities for military applications.

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Taiwan Reports Chinese Military Activity Near Island

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported tracking 16 Chinese military aircraft and 11 naval vessels operating around the island, continuing a pattern of increased Chinese military presence in the region.

Taiwan Detects Continued Chinese Military Activity Near Island
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Taiwan Detects Continued Chinese Military Activity Near Island

Taiwan's military has detected Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels operating near the island for a second consecutive day, with several aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait median line, indicating ongoing regional tensions.

US military tracks 23 Chinese port projects in Latin America, general tells Congress
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US military tracks 23 Chinese port projects in Latin America, general tells Congress

The US military is monitoring 23 Chinese port projects and 12 space-enabling facilities across Latin America and considers every one of them “a potential dual-use asset” that could support Chinese military operations, the top US commander for South America told Congress on Tuesday. General Francis Donovan, head of US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), made the disclosure during a House Armed Services Committee hearing on US military posture in the western hemisphere. Asked by Lance Gooden, a...

China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war
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China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war

Beijing is using AI to help its radars better detect low-altitude drones, according to a top Chinese military scientist who cited drone swarm tactics in the US’ ongoing attack on Iran as an emerging pressure on radar. This development was revealed on Wednesday by Xu Jin, a leading air-defence radar expert and a member of China’s top political advisory body, the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). On the sidelines of Beijing’s “two sessions”...

New Details Emerge on Purge in Chinese Military
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New Details Emerge on Purge in Chinese Military

New details are emerging about a significant purge within the Chinese military, described as one of the largest in modern Chinese history, following the removal of General Zhang Youxia, former vice chairman of the Central Military Commission.

Iran Allegedly Used Chinese Missile to Down US F-15
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Iran Allegedly Used Chinese Missile to Down US F-15

Reports indicate that Iran likely used a Chinese-made, shoulder-launched missile to shoot down a US F-15 fighter jet during a conflict. This suggests a potential transfer of advanced military technology from China to Iran.

Taiwan Monitors Second Chinese Combat Patrol in a Week
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Taiwan Monitors Second Chinese Combat Patrol in a Week

Taiwan has detected and is monitoring a second Chinese 'combat' patrol near the island within a week, deploying ships and jets in response. This unprovoked military activity involved 29 Chinese military aircraft and 8 ships.

Europe Grapples With China's Growing Economic Influence
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Europe Grapples With China's Growing Economic Influence

European nations and the EU are increasingly confronting China's economic dominance in sectors like automotive and technology, leading to discussions on sanctions, reliance, and market competition. US lawmakers also scrutinize financial ties to Chinese military-linked firms.

Taiwan on Alert After Chinese Warships Spotted Near Penghu Islands
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Taiwan on Alert After Chinese Warships Spotted Near Penghu Islands

Taiwan has been placed on alert after its defense ministry detected two Chinese warships operating near its strategically important Penghu Islands. This incident marks a continued presence of Chinese military activity in the vicinity of Taiwan.

China Conducts East China Sea Drills After Japan's Taiwan Strait Transit
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China Conducts East China Sea Drills After Japan's Taiwan Strait Transit

Chinese PLA naval and air forces conducted joint combat readiness patrols and drills in the East China Sea. This action followed the transit of a Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer through the Taiwan Strait, with China releasing footage of the event.

US Military Leaders Brief Congress on China Threat
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US Military Leaders Brief Congress on China Threat

US military leaders presented a picture of Chinese military threats, including those related to Taiwan and space, to Congress, advocating for increased US military capabilities for the financial year 2027.

Taiwan Reports Return of Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights
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Taiwan Reports Return of Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights

Taiwan's defense ministry detected 26 Chinese military aircraft around the island, with 16 entering its Air Defence Identification Zone, marking a return of large-scale flights after an unusual absence in the Taiwan Strait.