Defense Secretary Nominee Pete Hegseth Faces Intense Senate Scrutiny
Pete Hegseth, Donald Trumpâs nominee for Secretary of Defense, faced sharp partisan questioning in his Senate confirmation hearing.
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E5 Defense Ministers Rally for Stronger European Arms Industry and NATO Support
European E5 defense ministers meet to strengthen the arms industry and boost defense spending, emphasizing support for Ukraine and the European NATO pillar.
Chinese Military Delegation to Strengthen Defense Ties with Japan
A delegation from the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese mainland’s PLA plans to visit Japan in mid-January to enhance defense ties.
Syrian Foreign & Defense Ministers Land in UAE for First-Ever Cooperation Talks
Syria’s Foreign and Defense Ministers make their first official visit to the UAE to discuss prospects for cooperation and coordination, as reported by SANA.
Taiwan Leader Lai Faces Criticism Over Defense Strategy
Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te is under fire for increasing the national defense budget amid rising cross-strait tensions.
China’s Military Boosts Patrols Near Huangyan Dao Amid Heightened Tensions
The Chinese military has intensified its combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Dao, reinforcing vigilance in the region since December.
China’s CPC Central Committee Prioritizes National Defense and Military Reform in 2024
China Media Group releases its top military news for 2024, highlighting the CPC Central Committee’s focus on national defense and military reform.
Chinese Spokesperson Claims U.S. Weapons Insufficient to Aid Taiwan’s Defense
Chinese Defense Ministry claims U.S. weaponry sold to Taiwan won’t avert regional tensions, urging adherence to the one-China principle amid increasing military support for Taiwan.
Xi Jinping Promotes Chen Hui to General in PLA
Xi Jinping, chairman of the Central Military Commission, has promoted Chen Hui to the rank of general, solidifying his position within the People’s Liberation Army.
China Voices Strong Opposition to US Military Development Report
Chinaâs Defense spokesperson strongly opposes a recent US Department of Defense report on its military, emphasizing a commitment to peaceful development and criticizing US military actions.