The Leningrad Region has developed 'Plot-47,' a unique platform to protect naval bases, port infrastructure, and fuel/energy facilities from modern threats like uncrewed boats and UAVs. Governor Alexander Drozdenko announced the fully localized production and prototype, approved by the Navy Research Institute.
North Korea plans to enhance its nuclear capabilities and intelligence agency. Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un emphasized military strength for peace, while plans include modernizing naval bases and combat systems. This follows a recent border crossing incident.
An Iranian naval base in Konarak, located in the country's southeast, was attacked on Thursday evening by fighter jets in a two-stage operation, resulting in two explosions. Multiple explosions were also heard in the cities of Konarak, Bushehr, and Choghadak.
Two Chinese People's Liberation Army warships, the Nanning and Hengyang, departed Hong Kong on Monday after a five-day visit. The port call concluded with a ceremony attended by Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki, who highlighted the visit's role in showcasing defense achievements and fostering patriotism.
Nikolay Patrushev, Russian Presidential Aide, stated that Western countries are developing scenarios for pre-emptive strikes on Russian naval bases and planting magnetic mines on merchant ships in European ports. He emphasized the need for Russia's Navy to adopt an active strategy and maintain combat readiness.
The US launched "self-defence strikes" against Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, retaliating for the downing of an American Apache helicopter. The strikes targeted Iranian air-defence systems and radar sites, testing a fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
Ukraine launched deep drone strikes on St Petersburg, hitting an oil terminal and naval base, coinciding with the SPIEF economic forum. Russia accused Ukraine of a separate deadly bus strike in Donetsk. The attacks escalate the tit-for-tat campaign.
US and Cuban military leaders met at Guantanamo Bay to discuss operational security, amidst heightened US pressure, including fuel restrictions, indictments, and military deployments, with Cuba vowing to defend itself and seeking equal-footing talks.
A report citing classified US intelligence alleges Cuba has acquired over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran, potentially targeting US bases and vessels. Cuba denies the claims, calling them a fabrication to justify US sanctions and aggression.
