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military1 year ago

"Kim Jong Un Takes Command of New Tank in Mock Battle"

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a military demonstration involving a new battle tank, expressing satisfaction with its performance. The mock battle was designed to assess the combat capabilities of tank crews, with the 105th Tank Division declared as the winner. This display of military might comes as joint annual drills between South Korea and the U.S. concluded, and follows Kim's recent guidance of an artillery firing drill near the border.

militaryinternational-relations1 year ago

"Kim Jong Un Takes Command of New Tank in Mock Battle"

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a military demonstration featuring a new battle tank, expressing satisfaction with its performance in a mock battle. The event, which involved the 105th Tank Division, aimed to assess combat capabilities and familiarize crews with tactical missions. This display of force coincided with the conclusion of joint drills between South Korea and the U.S., and follows a recent artillery firing drill near the border. The demonstration underscores North Korea's ongoing military activities amid strained relations with its neighbors and the international community.

international-relations2 years ago

"Joint Drills and Diplomacy: US, Japan, and South Korea Respond to North Korea's Missile Launch"

The United States conducted joint drills with South Korea and Japan, flying long-range bombers in a show of force against North Korea. The exercise aimed to strengthen the countries' joint response to North Korean nuclear threats. This comes after North Korea's recent intercontinental ballistic missile test. The trilateral training involved B-1B bombers, South Korean, and Japanese fighter jets. North Korea has previously criticized the deployment of U.S. bombers as a sign of hostility and has responded with missile tests.

international-relations2 years ago

"US, Japan, and South Korea Strengthen Deterrence Plans Amid North Korean Threat"

South Korea and the United States have revised their bilateral security agreement, known as the Tailored Deterrence Strategy (TDS), to address the advancing nuclear and missile threats from North Korea. The updated agreement includes the use of strategic military assets, including nuclear forces, to defend allies. The two countries also agreed to boost joint drills and cooperation with Japan to better prepare for any potential North Korean attack. Recent changes in North Korean and Chinese capabilities have increased the risk of deterrence failure, according to a recent study. Despite global distractions, the US remains committed to its defense obligations in the Indo-Pacific region.

international-relations2 years ago

Intense Clashes Grip Sudan's Capital, Threatening Displaced Population

Russian and Syrian air and air defense forces have begun joint drills in Syria aimed at developing joint aviation and air defense work. The Russian Defense Ministry expressed concern over the US-led coalition's drones violating flight safety rules during the drills. The Russian side has reported 315 violations of air safety rules by the coalition in Syria, including instances of US Air Force pilots activating their weapon systems near Russian aircraft. Meanwhile, the head of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service warned that the US administration is obstructing normalization between Arab countries and Syria and providing dangerous chemicals to terrorists.

international-relations2 years ago

China and Russia Strengthen Military Cooperation

China's defence ministry has expressed its willingness to engage in more joint drills and patrols with Russia, as well as working towards promoting global peace. Chinese President Xi Jinping has reaffirmed the country's ties with Moscow during his recent visit, but also offered to help bring an end to the war in Ukraine. No agreement on providing arms was reached during the visit.