PLA Aviator’s Daring Defense of the Chinese Mainland Skies
In Episode 2 of Forging Ahead: Tempering the Blade, a PLA Ground Force Aviation Brigade officer recounts risking his life to defend the Chinese mainland’s territory.
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PLA Turns 98: From Nanchang Uprising to Global Peace Missions
On its 98th anniversary, the PLA reflects on its journey from the Nanchang Uprising to modern peacekeeping, maritime security, and humanitarian missions worldwide.
PLA Pledges to Counter ‘Taiwan Independence’ Moves
The PLA vows to counter Taiwan independence separatists after remarks by Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te, heightening tensions across the Taiwan Strait.
US Military Aid to Taiwan Region Draws War Warning
China warns US military aid to the Taiwan region could drag the island into conflict as Congress approves a $500M defense package. Tensions escalate over cross-strait ties.
Chinese Defense Minister Leads Key SCO Meetings in Qingdao
Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun met with counterparts from Belarus, Iran, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia in Qingdao during an SCO Defense Ministers Meeting, highlighting regional ties.
Chart of the Day: Mapping U.S. Military Bases Across the Middle East
Explore the U.S. military footprint in the Middle East amid a fragile Iran-Israel ceasefire, mapped bases, and what’s at stake.
Sirens Sound in Israel Amid Iran Ceasefire Report
Sirens in Israel after missiles from Iran trigger IDF response. IRIB reports a ceasefire, while Tehran denies a deal and sets a 4 a.m. halt demand.
Israel-Iran Tensions Surge as Strikes, Diplomacy Collide
Air defenses and explosions rock Tehran after Israeli strikes as the U.S. weighs action and allies convene in Geneva to seek a diplomatic path forward.
Inside “Bunker-Buster” Bombs: Precision Power Behind Hidden Targets
As tensions rise in the Israel-Iran conflict, precision-guided “bunker-buster” bombs offer a way to strike hardened sites buried underground. Learn how they work and why they matter.
China Vows Steady, Sustainable Military Ties with the United States
China pledges steady, sound, and sustainable military ties with the United States, aiming to boost trust and dialogue between the two forces.