Iranian media reported that US fighter jets struck IRGC speedboats south of Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, resulting in the deaths of at least three Iranian sailors. The incident occurred as US and Iranian negotiators were in Qatar for stalled talks.
US fighter jets struck IRGC speedboats near Bandar Abbas on Monday, killing at least three Iranian sailors. The US Central Command stated the strikes were in self-defense against threats from Iranian forces, including boats attempting to emplace mines. Explosions were also reported near the port.
A new AI-powered digital platform is revolutionizing military food supply chains, enabling remote monitoring and inspection of ingredients and meals aboard naval vessels. The system uses intelligent scales and cameras to track every step from procurement to consumption, ensuring food quality and availability.
Taiwan's defense ministry reported detecting 4 Chinese military aircraft and 6 naval vessels operating around the island on Sunday. Three aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line into Taiwan's ADIZ. This follows a day of heightened activity with 16 aircraft and 8 vessels.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov criticized Western aggression and sanctions. NATO intercepted a missile, while the UN urged action against racial hatred. Russia plans an orbital station, recalls WWII, and will raise Ukraine's alleged dirty bomb intentions at the UN. Pakistan proposed a Putin-Trump-Xi meeting. Iran offered uranium enrichment limits, and Russia urged extending the New START treaty. EU anticipates energy crisis due to Iran conflict.
New Zealand plans to invest NZ$1.6 billion (US$936 million) in drones and naval upgrades to enhance maritime security amid global supply route concerns. Defence Minister Chris Penk announced the spending, which includes two types of drones and potential frigate fleet expansion, as part of a broader plan to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP.
Taiwan's MND reported 8 Chinese naval vessels and 1 official ship near the island Saturday, following President Trump's visit to China where Taiwan was a key discussion point. Trump indicated China might act against Taiwan if he were not in office.
In the latest cycle of threats and concessions that have marked US President Donald Trump’s approach to the war that he and his Israeli counterpart started against Iran, the mercurial president said on Thursday he would destroy any undersized boat attempting to lay mines in the blocked Strait of Hormuz. His focus on diminutive vessels followed his oft-repeated messaging that Iran’s larger naval vessels are no more as he renews his effort to muscle Tehran’s frustratingly resilient regime to...
Trump announced he has ordered the US Navy to shoot and destroy any boats deploying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming Iran’s navy has been destroyed. Israel signaled it is prepared to resume military action against Iran, with Defense Minister Israel Katz stating the IDF is ready both defensively and offensively, with targets marked, while awaiting US approval.
Trump has ordered the US Navy to shoot and kill any boats placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming Iran has no navy since all 159 of its boats are at the bottom of the sea. Israel signalled it was ready to pile on more pressure, with Defence Minister Israel Katz saying Israel was prepared to resume the war against Iran and was awaiting a green light from the United States to return Iran to a prehistoric state.
