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China's New Nuclear Aircraft Carrier: A Challenge to US Naval Supremacy

Satellite imagery shows China developing a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier with four catapults, unlike its current fleet, signaling a significant advancement in its naval capabilities and potentially impacting the global power balance.

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Yonaguni's Militarization: A Frontline Island Divided

The Japanese island of Yonaguni, located 68 miles east of Taiwan, is rapidly militarizing due to rising tensions with China, causing deep divisions among its 1,500 residents who fear for their safety and the island's future despite economic benefits.

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Lithuania Boosts Defense Spending Amidst Concerns of Russian Aggression

Facing potential Russian aggression after a possible peace deal with Ukraine and a potential US troop withdrawal, Lithuania is increasing its defense spending to 6 percent of its GDP, investing 10 billion euros in Ukraine's defense, and urging increased European military preparedness.

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Ng Eng Hen: US Buildup Exacerbates South China Sea Tensions

Singapore's Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen's recent speeches at the Munich Security Conference and Young Leaders Roundtable offered a balanced perspective on the rising tensions in the South China Sea, attributing them to both China's actions and the significant US military buildup in the region since ...

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Iran's Military Buildup Heightens Middle East Tensions

Following recent statements from Iranian officials vowing to continue its nuclear program and military expansion, coupled with Israel and the US's declarations of countermeasures, tensions are escalating significantly in the Middle East, particularly due to Iran's new aircraft carrier, the Shahid Ba...

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Strained Peace: Egypt's Military Buildup and Anti-Israel Sentiment Raise Concerns for Israel

Despite a 1979 peace treaty, Israel-Egypt relations remain tense due to Egypt's significant military expansion, fueled by billions in US aid and acquisitions from other nations, and persistent anti-Israel sentiment in education and media, despite officially recognizing Israel.

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Germany Bolsters Military to Deter Russia

General Harald Gante announced Germany's military expansion to deter potential Russian aggression, including a permanent brigade in Lithuania and the modernization of the 10th Panzer Division by 2025, while acknowledging infrastructure limitations and exploring options for increasing personnel.

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Europe Needs €250 Billion Annual Defense Spending to Counter Russia

A new analysis warns that Europe would need to mobilize 300,000 additional troops and spend €250 billion yearly on defense to counter Russia without US support, necessitating increased military coordination and potentially stimulating economic growth.

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Lithuania Urges Europe to Arm Itself Amidst Concerns Over US-Russia Cooperation

Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Sakalienė warned of a "difficult process" following the US's move toward greater cooperation with Russia, urging Europe to bolster its defenses significantly, citing the potential for renewed Russian aggression and emphasizing the need for stronger NATO protection ...

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Israel Accuses Egypt of Violating 1979 Peace Agreement

Israel accuses Egypt of violating their 1979 peace agreement by building up its military in the Sinai Peninsula, raising concerns about potential conflict and prompting urgent diplomatic efforts.

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Zelenskyy Urges "European Army" Amidst Fears of Russian Attack

At the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for a European army, citing intelligence indicating Russia may move 100,000-150,000 troops into Belarus by summer 2025, potentially to attack Ukraine or other European nations, emphasizing that increased defense spending alone i...

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Danish Intelligence Predicts Increasing Russian Military Threat to NATO

Danish intelligence's "Forecast 2024" report, released February 9th, assesses no immediate Russian threat to Denmark, but predicts increasing risk based on Russia's military expansion, aided by China, North Korea, and Iran, and dependent on the Ukraine conflict's outcome.

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