The Sabina Shoal Standoff: A Battle for Sovereignty in the South China Sea
The standoff at Sabina Shoal heats up as Manila and Beijing battle for control in the South China Sea. Sovereignty and power at stake.
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Japan Unveils Massive Military Budget, More F-35s, Destroyers and Artificial Intelligence
Japan’s record-breaking defense budget, aimed at countering threats from China, Russia, and North Korea, marks a historic shift from its post-WWII pacifism, with the nation now poised to acquire cutting-edge AI, drones, and long-range missile capabilities.
US Navy Brings Big-Deck Amphib to Protect Philippines
The deployment of the USS America and F-35B Joint Strike Fighters in the Philippine Sea sends a clear message: the U.S. is ready to bolster its military presence and defend its allies against any aggressive moves in the region.
How the US-Philippines Alliance Could Shift South China Sea Power Dynamics
As tensions simmer and strategies shift, the question isn’t just about who controls the waters, but who is willing to risk the most to hold their ground in the South China Sea.
Army Identifies China’s Emerging “Precision-Attack” Strategy
In the race for AI supremacy on the battlefield, China’s ‘intelligentized’ Multi-Domain Precision Warfare strategy highlights a stark divergence from U.S. principles by sidelining human judgment in favor of relentless machine-driven lethality.
Australia Boosts Military Capabilities with Northern Territory Shore Facility
Australia unveils a $136.9M upgraded military shore facility in Northern Territory to boost ADF capabilities and readiness.
SOFREP Pic of the Day: Chinese Soldiers From the 88th Division Before The Battle of Nanking, 1937
The fall of Nanking wasn’t just a military defeat; it was a descent into barbarity, where the Imperial Japanese Army unleashed unimaginable horrors on the civilian population, forever staining the history of warfare with their acts of unrestrained cruelty and savagery.
China Copies US “Manned-Unmanned” Teaming With Different Twist
In an era where the lightning-fast precision of AI battles against the nuanced judgment of human decision-makers, the U.S. military leans on a powerful blend of both, ensuring that lethal decisions in warfare remain firmly in the hands of those who understand the true weight of each action.
Why Countries Don’t Want to Buy China’s J-10 & J-20 Fighter Jets
China’s ambition to dominate the skies is hindered by unproven aircraft performance, reliance on outdated engines, and strained international relations.
US-Japan Strengthen Defense Ties with Massive SM-3 Missile Deal
Missile Defense Agency awards $1.9B contract to Raytheon for production of SM-3 Block IIA interceptors to bolster US-Japan missile defense.
Avian Spies: How China’s Bird-Mimicking Drones are Redefining War
China’s Jiaolong Commandos deploy bird-like drones, reshaping surveillance and redefining the boundaries of modern warfare.
Could the Chinese QBZ-195T Become the Next ‘Go-To’ Rifle of Thai Special Operations Units?
The QBZ-195T is a modern Chinese assault rifle poised to equip Thailand’s special forces with a versatile and customizable weapon platform.
