Thailand freed 18 Cambodian soldiers on Wednesday under a renewed ceasefire agreement. The release followed talks aimed at easing weeks of deadly border tensions. Authorities from both countries confirmed the development. The ceasefire took effect at noon on Saturday, ending nearly 20 days of fighting. The clashes killed at least 101 people on both sides. […]
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US approves record $11B arms sale to Taiwan
The United States approved an $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, marking the largest-ever weapons deal for the island amid rising military pressure from China and regional tensions. The proposed sale includes eight key items, such as HIMARS rocket systems, howitzers, Javelin anti-tank missiles, Altius loitering drones, and parts for other defence equipment, Taiwan’s defence […]
US, Japanese jets conduct joint show of force
U.S. nuclear-capable bombers flew over the Sea of Japan alongside Japanese fighter jets on Wednesday, Tokyo said, demonstrating military readiness following recent Chinese and Russian drills near U.S. allies. The Japanese Defence Ministry stated that both countries “reaffirmed their strong resolve to prevent any unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force” and confirmed […]
Trump highlights ‘extremely strong’ China ties after Xi call
President Donald Trump described US-China relations as “extremely strong” on Monday after holding an unannounced phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who stressed that Taiwan’s return to China remains central to Beijing’s global vision. The call came only weeks after their meeting in South Korea, where both leaders agreed on a framework for a […]