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military1 year ago•4 min saved

INDOPACOM Chief Highlights Complex Challenges in Pacific Amid China Concerns

Adm. Sam Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, emphasized that while drones are useful, they cannot replace the need for air and maritime superiority in the Pacific, particularly in potential conflicts with China. Speaking at the Brookings Institution, Paparo highlighted the limitations of relying solely on unmanned systems, especially given China's significant military capabilities. He noted the importance of maintaining human decision-making in military operations and expressed concerns over China's recent expansive military drills around Taiwan.

via USNI News|

#china #drones #military

military-and-defense2 years ago•0 min saved

"Analyzing the Stalemate: Ukraine's War Readiness and Projections for 2024"

In a recent discussion on "War on the Rocks," Nick and Mike Kofman analyzed the current state of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict as of early 2024, focusing on the dynamics at the front lines, naval movements in the Black Sea, Russia's strategic use of diplomacy, and their increasing munitions supply. They also examined the shortcomings of the Ukrainian offensive. The episode is linked with a new show, "All Quiet on the Second Front," which offers a promo code for free War on the Rocks memberships.

via War On The Rocks|

##blackseanavaldevelopments #diplomacy

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Israeli Defense Minister Presents Strategy for Gaza's Future Post-Conflict"

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has announced a new phase in the conflict with Gaza, focusing on a targeted military strategy in the north and continued targeting of Hamas leaders in the south. The plan includes raids, demolitions, air and ground strikes, and special forces operations. Gallant envisions a future where Gaza is governed by a Palestinian body under Israeli security control, with no Israeli civilian presence. The offensive, which began after a Hamas attack on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties and displacement. Gallant emphasized ongoing dialogue with Egypt and ruled out the involvement of the Palestinian Authority in governing Gaza, instead suggesting local non-hostile actors could take on administrative roles.

via CNBC|

##hamas #israelgazaconflict

world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Israeli Defence Minister Announces New Strategy in Ongoing Gaza Conflict"

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has detailed a new combat strategy for the ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on intensified military operations including raids, tunnel demolitions, and air and ground strikes, aimed at dismantling Hamas' control. Post-war plans involve no Israeli civilian presence in Gaza, with Palestinian bodies governing under conditions of non-hostility towards Israel. Additionally, Israel proposes a multi-national task force, led by Israel and including Western and Arab nations, to oversee the border area and the reconstruction of Gaza. Despite these plans, Hamas remains resilient and popular, continuing to engage in combat against Israeli forces. The conflict has resulted in over 22,400 Palestinian deaths and the displacement of nearly 1.9 million people.

via Al Jazeera English|

##hamas #israelgazaconflict

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Zelensky Highlights Russia's Heavy Losses Amidst Ukraine's Strategic Focus"

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that Ukraine's military will focus on isolating Crimea, a strategic Black Sea peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014, as its top goal. As the two-year anniversary of the war approaches, Ukraine aims to reduce Russian attacks by targeting the region and has called for continued Western military support. Zelensky emphasizes that Ukraine's fight is not only for its own sovereignty but also for global security, dismissing the current potential for peace talks due to a lack of constructive steps from Russia.

via Newsweek|

##crimea #militarystrategy

world-news2 years ago•4 min saved

"Ukrainian Strikes Push Russian Navy Out of Crimean Waters"

The Russian Navy has been compelled to retreat from its ports in Crimea due to successful Ukrainian attacks, including a recent cruise missile strike on a large Russian landing ship in Feodosia. This retreat marks a significant shift nearly a decade after Russia annexed Crimea to secure its Black Sea fleet. Despite the stalemate on land, Ukraine's use of missiles and unmanned maritime drones has challenged Russian naval supremacy, with support from British and French cruise missiles. The attacks have also disrupted Russia's efforts to block Ukrainian grain exports, with President Zelenskiy hailing the progress as a "historic achievement." Russia's plans to establish a new naval base in Abkhazia are underway but will take years to complete, while its current Black Sea fleet operations are increasingly relying on the port of Novorossiysk.

via gCaptain|

##blacksea #crimea