China implemented new export controls on drones and sanctions on US companies in response to recent US measures, demonstrating a matured retaliatory economic toolkit.
China announced broad trade countermeasures against U.S. restrictions, barring entities from doing business, tightening drone exports, and launching a national security probe ahead of President Xi Jinping's expected U.S. visit.
President Trump reverted to an older Air Force One, citing "old time's sake" but downplaying security concerns. Sources suggest the switch was a precaution due to renewed hostilities with Iran, a nation Trump believes targets him for assassination.
President Trump reverted to the older Air Force One, citing "old time's sake," while the new $400 million Qatari-gifted jet tours an air base. He deflected questions about the new jet's safety, hinting at threats from Iran, which he claims targets him.
President Trump opted for the older Air Force One over a recently gifted $400 million jet from Qatar due to security concerns and alleged lack of defense systems. Trump cited "old time's sake" but deflected safety questions, while the White House asserted the new jet is secure. The decision follows heightened tensions with Iran, which Trump believes is targeting him for assassination.
Hyogo Prefecture is the first in Japan to use microchip data from bears to determine population size, balancing conservation and control. The initiative started in 2003 for conservation and shifted to management as numbers recovered.
AI-powered fake news, including manipulated photos and videos, is spreading rapidly concerning the 2026 World Cup. Despite efforts by fact-checkers and federations, platforms are slow to act, enabling malicious actors to profit from public attention.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that NATO's "super-aggressive attitude" towards Russia is now clear, dispelling notions of its defensive nature. He warned that Russia will implement countermeasures if NATO's development extends to the Baltic region, potentially weakening the security of those countries.
China's stance towards the West has evolved from a nascent rejection in 1996 to possessing significant strategic leverage, evident in its forceful countermeasures against Western claims and sanctions, and a shift in Western leaders visiting Beijing.
China has condemned Taiwan's launch of a website encouraging Chinese citizens to share intelligence, warning of 'resolute countermeasures' and accusing Taipei of fueling cross-strait tensions. Taiwan's National Security Bureau stated the platform aims to broaden intelligence sources amid growing interest from Chinese nationals disillusioned by economic and political conditions.
Norinco's display features advanced air defence systems, including surface-to-air missiles like the Sky Dragon 100 (100km range) and Yitian II (20km range), designed for layered defence. The company also highlights the SA2/LD76 anti-aircraft gun system, specifically targeting drones, cruise missiles, and precision-guided munitions.
South Korea's Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo met with officials to discuss countermeasures against proposed US tariffs on dozens of countries, including South Korea, over alleged failure to enforce import bans on products made through forced labor.
Japan's National Police Agency is strengthening measures against "lone offenders" by collaborating with the storage and delivery industries. The move follows the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, where the suspect allegedly used a rented garage for manufacturing weapons. The police will seek reports on suspicious activities like unusual smells, noises, or prolonged stays at storage facilities.
Drones are being explored for bear countermeasures, but challenges remain. While drones can detect bears from 80m and their ultrasonic sounds can reach 500m, some urban-habituated bears show no reaction. The Akita Drone Association is collaborating with municipalities on disaster agreements and seeking corporate partnerships for pre-work bear detection.
China's PLA used verbal warnings and unspecified electronic countermeasures to drive away an aircraft, described as a serious but not the most severe warning type.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced a special budget of approximately 2 billion shekels (590 million euros) to develop countermeasures against Hezbollah drones. Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered an intensified military offensive against the Shiite militia in Lebanon in response.
North Korea warned of countermeasures against recent US approval of arms sales to South Korea, calling it a "reckless military buildup" and a scheme to use Seoul as an "armed shock brigade" in the Asia-Pacific.
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is urging the government to strengthen cybersecurity measures in response to Anthropic's powerful AI model, Claude Mitos. The party is proposing a new organizational structure and seeking cooperation from major tech firms to counter potential threats.
Russia's 11th Army Corps destroyed over 55 Ukrainian Starlink communications stations in Kharkov Region since May 1, disrupting enemy communications and internet.
Hezbollah's deployment of fibre-optic FPV drones along Israel's northern border presents a significant defence challenge. These small, low-flying drones bypass jamming systems, making them difficult to detect and intercept. Israel is racing to develop countermeasures against this evolving threat, which has already resulted in casualties and damage to military assets.
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Beijing and Manila have traded barbs over a Chinese research vessel near a disputed South China Sea reef, with each warning of further countermeasures, a sign of lingering tensions between the two rival claimants. In a statement issued on Thursday night, China Coast Guard (CCG) spokesman Jiang Lue said a Philippine Coast Guard Islander aircraft had “deliberately approached and harassed” China’s Xiang Yang Hong 33 scientific research vessel on Wednesday while the ship was conducting a “legitimate...
As EU countries debate the European Commission’s proposal, Beijing is urging national governments to abandon the planned law. Otherwise, China says it will take countermeasures.
China's Ministry of Commerce has formally criticised the EU's Industrial Acceleration Act, claiming it imposes restrictive requirements on foreign investment and may violate WTO principles. The Act, launched in March, sets EU-content thresholds of 70% for electric vehicles and 25% for aluminium and cement. Beijing has offered dialogue but warns of countermeasures if negotiations fail. The European Commission stands by its proposal, which aims to create jobs and reduce dependencies in strategic sectors.
