Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported detecting six Chinese naval vessels operating around the island on Wednesday morning. The ROC Armed Forces monitored the situation and responded accordingly, noting no Chinese military aircraft were detected during this period. This follows similar reports from Tuesday and highlights ongoing Chinese military operations near Taiwan.
India successfully tested its multi-layered ballistic missile defence system on June 10-11, demonstrating the capability to intercept long and medium-range missiles. This achievement places India among a select group of nations with such advanced defence technology.
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three missile flight tests on June 10-11, demonstrating advanced capabilities in ballistic missile defence (BMD) and anti-ship warfare. The tests included two interceptor missiles for long-range ballistic threats and the maiden trial of a Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Medium Range (NASM-MR).
Taiwan aims to have over 1,800 anti-ship missiles by 2029, combining US-made Harpoons and domestic Hsiung Fengs. These weapons are key to its asymmetric warfare strategy, designed to deter a potential Chinese blockade or invasion by inflicting significant losses on enemy fleets.
Taiwan plans to increase its anti-ship missile arsenal to over 1,800 by early 2029, adopting an asymmetric strategy with affordable weapons like missiles and drones to deter a potential Chinese invasion or blockade.
South Korea concludes Iranian Noor-series anti-ship missiles likely used in May 4 attack on HMM Namu in Strait of Hormuz; Iran denies involvement.
South Korea's foreign ministry concludes that Iranian Noor-series anti-ship missiles were likely used in the May 4 attack on the HMM Namu in the Strait of Hormuz, though the perpetrator and intent remain unclear. Iran denies involvement.
South Korea's foreign ministry concludes that Iran-developed Noor-series anti-ship missiles were likely used in a May 4 attack on the South Korean vessel HMM Namu in the Strait of Hormuz, though intent remains uncertain.
The US Navy revealed a 30-year shipbuilding plan featuring a new class of nuclear-powered battleships, dubbed 'Trump-class' under the BBG(X) program. Up to 15 are planned by 2055, with the first delivery by 2036.
The YJ-20 is China’s first sea-based hypersonic anti-ship missile to have entered mass production, giving the People’s Liberation Army a decisive strike advantage over all rival surface combatants worldwide. The YJ-20, with its remarkable range, hypersonic speed and near-invulnerability to interception, has been tailor-made for the Chinese navy’s Type 055 destroyer’s 112-cell vertical launch system (VLS). Specifications Also known as the Eagle Strike-20, the YJ-20 adopted the boost-glide flight...
India has successfully tested its long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile (LR-AShM), boasting a strike range exceeding 1,500 km and speeds of Mach 10. This advanced weapon, capable of evading modern defenses and engaging large targets, significantly enhances India's maritime capabilities. The successful flight test marks a major stride in indigenous defense innovation, bolstering national security and self-reliance.
India successfully test-fired a long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile (LR-AShM) off the Odisha coast, achieving a 1,500 km range at speeds up to Mach 10. Developed by DRDO, the indigenous missile enhances India's A2/AD capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region.
India's Navy and DRDO successfully tested the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Short Range from a Sea King helicopter off Odisha. The salvo firing demonstrated the missile's ability to strike a ship's vulnerable waterline, with two missiles launched in quick succession. This advanced 'fire-and-forget' weapon, featuring a 100 kg warhead and 55 km range, promises enhanced naval defense capabilities.
DRDO and Indian Navy successfully conducted the first salvo launch of India's indigenous NASM-SR anti-ship missile from a helicopter in the Bay of Bengal. The two missiles demonstrated advanced sea-skimming capability and waterline hit precision, marking a milestone in India's naval warfare technology.
The Chinese military aired footage over the weekend of YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missile launches, as joint US-Philippines-Japan drills heighten tensions in the disputed South China Sea. China Military Bugle posted a video of PLA Navy conducting strike tests, including multiple YJ-20 launches, two days after Beijing said a naval fleet led by Type 055 destroyer Zunyi had conducted live-fire drills east of Luzon.
