The US Navy is planning a large, permanent war-ready weapons stockpile for its Marine Corps in Victoria, Australia. The US$30 million project aims to leverage Australia's strategic location to counter China's military expansion and is expected to be fully operational by 2028.
US naval forces rescued 14 Indian seafarers from the sinking vessel Virat-1 off the Oman coast on Sunday after it suffered mechanical failure. All crew members are safe and en route to Mumbai.
A US Navy P-8 aircraft dropped a life raft and coordinated with a merchant ship to rescue 14 Indian crew members from the sinking dhow Virat 1, approximately 80 nautical miles east of Oman. The Indian Embassy confirmed the incident and ongoing search and rescue efforts.
India abstained from a vote adopting the ILO's first binding labor standards for gig workers, citing the need for national context flexibility. Separately, India protested US Navy attacks in the Gulf of Oman that killed Indian mariners. A viral comedy clip also sparked debate on consent and entitlement in India.
India abstained on the ILO's first binding gig worker standards, citing national context flexibility. Separately, India protested the US Navy's fatal attacks on vessels with Indian crew. A viral comedy clip also sparked debate on consent and transactional dating in India.
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lodged a strong protest with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio after US Navy attacks in the Gulf resulted in the deaths of three Indian mariners off the Oman coast. Jaishankar deemed the lethal actions against commercial shipping unjustified.
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar strongly protested to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about US Navy attacks in the Gulf of Oman that killed three Indian mariners aboard the commercial tanker MT Settebello. India has summoned the US Charge d'Affaires to register a diplomatic protest over ongoing attacks on commercial vessels.
Three Indian crew members were killed when the US Navy attacked merchant ships off the Oman coast; India lodges strong protest with the US.
A US Navy 'Corsair' sea drone, typically used for surveillance and mine detection, successfully rescued two crew members from a downed Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman. This marks the first known instance of an unmanned vessel conducting a rescue mission, highlighting the Pentagon's expanding use of drone technology.
Iranian media reports drone strikes targeting the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Manama, Bahrain, amid retaliation for alleged US aggression. An air raid alert was issued, with smoke seen over the facility. Iran's IRGC claimed responsibility, stating the operation followed US strikes on Iranian territory.
Japan's government revealed on May 10 that US nuclear-powered vessels docking in Japanese ports will no longer have their captain's name or crew numbers reported, citing security concerns.
Two US Army pilots were rescued by a drone boat near the Strait of Hormuz after their Apache helicopter crashed off the coast of Oman. The incident, which occurred on June 8, marks a potential first for US military maritime rescue operations using uncrewed vessels.
Iran's state media reported its navy targeted a US military vessel in the Gulf of Oman, citing recent US actions against Iranian commercial vessels. The US Central Command denied the claim, stating its assets operate unimpeded.
Kuwait suspended commercial flights after an Iranian drone attack damaged its airport and caused injuries. The US and Iran engaged in missile strikes, with Iran targeting US forces in Bahrain and Kuwait, and the US retaliating against an Iranian control station. Tensions also rise over mediation efforts for the Iran war and Israel's conflict in Lebanon.
The US military's Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that over 120 commercial vessels have been redirected since the establishment of a naval blockade of Iran on April 13. CENTCOM stated that the blockade will continue to impede all ship movements to and from Iranian ports.
USC and UCSD allegedly sold donated bodies to the US Navy for training Israeli military surgeons, raising ethical concerns among families. The training involved "reanimating" cadavers to simulate combat injuries for forward surgical teams.
The US Navy allocates $1.85 billion to study outsourcing frigate and destroyer design/construction, considering Japan's Mogami-class and South Korea's Daegu-class frigates, amid domestic production challenges highlighted by the cancelled Constellation-class program.
The US Navy has deployed two Arleigh Burke-class destroyers equipped with the ODIN laser system in the Indian Ocean to counter drones and enemy sensors. While laser weapons are still developing, their capabilities are expected to improve over time.
US Navy acting secretary Hung Cao stated a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan is paused to ensure sufficient ammunition for the Iran war. However, sources dispute this, claiming the sale is unrelated to Iran and US ammunition stocks are ample.
The US Navy has paused a $14bn arms sale to Taiwan, citing a need to ensure sufficient munitions for military operations. This comes amid growing evidence that US stockpiles are being depleted faster than they can be replenished, particularly after extensive use during the recent conflict with Iran.
Acting US Navy chief Hung Cao stated arms sales to Taiwan are paused to ensure munitions for Iran operations. Taiwan has no information on adjustments, while China reiterates its opposition to US arms sales to the island.
China's foreign ministry reiterated its "consistent, clear and unwavering" opposition to US arms sales to Taiwan. A US official indicated sales would continue when deemed necessary, while Taiwan's presidential office stated no information suggests adjustments to the sales.
US Navy Acting Secretary Hung Cao stated at a Senate hearing that arms sales are on hold to ensure sufficient inventory for "Operation Epic Fury," not as a blanket suspension of Taiwan sales. Senators urged immediate arms sales to Taiwan, with former President Trump indicating he would speak with Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te.
A Taiwan think tank expert questions US Navy Acting Secretary Hung Cao's claim that a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan was paused to ensure ammunition for "Operation Epic Fury." The expert argues the sale was approved before the operation and delivery would take years, suggesting Cao's statement is an excuse.
