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Nov 2
12:19
CN South China Morning Post
China
Raising the bar: Taiwan trims draft exemptions to add thousands to armed forces
Taiwan is tightening its military service exemption rules in a sweeping overhaul expected to halve the exemption rate and add thousands of conscripts to the armed forces each year as the island …
Nov 2
12:10
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Bomb attack in western Colombia kills 4, says governor
The explosives-laden truck detonated near a military base in Planadas, damaging a hospital and several homes, according to local officials.
Nov 2
12:02
KR Hankyoreh
South Korea
It’s time for Korea to let go of the myth that America’s defense spending makes it invincible
Nov 2
12:02
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Korea swaps drone command for smaller agency focused on development, procurement
South Korea has replaced its military drone operations command with a smaller agency focused on developing drone capabilities and speeding up procurement, shifting operational responsibilities to individual service branches. The Ministry of …
Nov 2
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Military says NPA leader killed in South Cotabato encounter
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A high-ranking communist instructor wanted for attempted homicide was killed in a legitimate law enforcement operation in South Cotabato last week, the military announced, directly contradicting rebel …
Nov 2
11:46
HK HK Free Press
Hong Kong
Chinese Communist Party outlines closer scrutiny of officials
The Chinese Communist Party is set to tighten oversight of its officials by scrutinising their assets and online activities, according to a party document released on Sunday. The document from the CCP’s …
Nov 2
11:13
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Japan weighs US$500bil defence spending plan
Defence spending for the five years from April 2027 is proposed at ¥70 trillion to ¥80 trillion, about 1.8 times the ¥43 trillion allocated under the current five-year plan.
Nov 2
10:43
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Newborn among 15 killed in Myanmar military strikes on clinic, school
Airstrikes hit four townships in western Rakhine state on Sunday amid fierce fighting as the Arakan Army, which controls most of the state, advanced towards the capital, Sittwe.
Nov 2
10:06
CN South China Morning Post
China
Beijing doubles down on Type 071 amphibious warships, signalling a Taiwan focus
Beijing is accelerating production of its Type 071 amphibious transport docks by expanding construction to a second shipyard, potentially strengthening its ability to move troops and military equipment across the Taiwan Strait …
Nov 2
09:53
TH Khaosod English
Thailand
Thai official condemns Myanmar airstrikes near Thai border, urges safety zone
MAE HONG SON – A local government leader in Mae Hong Son province has condemned Myanmar’s military over airstrikes near the Thai border, warning that the attacks have affected Thai residents, government …
Nov 2
09:38
CN South China Morning Post
China
India offers Asean counterterrorism lessons, but will one size fit all?
As India seeks to expand its security cooperation with Southeast Asia by sharing its battle-tested counterterrorism expertise, defence analysts say its experience would only partly meet Asean’s needs given the differences in …
Nov 2
09:32
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Anwar: Govt boosts MAF senior officers’ career paths in recognition of their role
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — The government has agreed to improve the career progression of senior Malaysian Armed Forces...
Nov 2
09:13
ID Antara News state media
Indonesia
Indonesia details three steps to strengthen ASEAN defense ties
Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Defense Richard Taruli Horja Tampubolon outlined three steps to strengthen defense ...
Nov 2
08:32
TH Khaosod English
Thailand
Anutin warns Myanmar over border fighting, orders increased patrols
NONG KHAI – Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Monday that Thailand has formally conveyed its concerns to Myanmar over ongoing fighting near the border, warning that the conflict must not affect Thai …
Nov 2
08:09
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Japan calls on US to enforce discipline after second Marine arrest
A US serviceman was arrested on suspicion of drink-driving during a curfew, following another serviceman's arrest on a murder charge.
Nov 2
08:00
Securelist (Kaspersky)
International cyber press
CyberStrikeAI in the wild: the use of AI in real-world attacks on organizations
We analyze a series of attacks on educational institutions that were fully automated during the post-exploitation phase using the CyberStrikeAI penetration testing framework.
Nov 2
07:59
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, say medics
Two people were killed and six wounded in separate airstrikes in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, while a third person was killed in an Israeli strike on the town of Al-Mussadar.
Nov 2
07:11
MM Democratic Voice of Burma
Myanmar
Airstrikes hit KNU base in Karen State along Myanmar-Thai border to choke off trade
The Karen National Union (KNU) stated that dual airstrikes carried out on Saturday by the Myanmar Air Force on its base in Karen State’s Hpapun Township, opposite Thailand’s Mae Hong Son Province, …
Nov 2
06:25
CN South China Morning Post
China
South Korea probes death of frontline soldier near North Korean border
A South Korean army staff sergeant died after ‌suffering external injuries at a frontline unit in Cheorwon near the North Korean border on Monday morning, Seoul’s Defence Ministry said. Military and civilian …
Nov 2
06:17
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
S. Korea launches Defense Drone Agency
South Korea launched its new military drone headquarters Monday, seeking to make uncrewed aircraft a common battlefield tool across the branches, but experts say the country needs to match production capabilities to …
Nov 2
05:57
KR Korea Times
South Korea
1 Army staff sergeant dies after being found unconscious at front-line unit
An Army staff sergeant was found unconscious with an unspecified injury at a front-line unit in the eastern border county of Cheorwon on Monday and later pronounced dead, military officials said. Authorities …
Nov 2
05:57
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Korea replaces drone command with smaller, specialized headquarters
South Korea has replaced its military drone operations command with a smaller headquarters focused on developing drone capabilities and speeding up procurement, shifting operational responsibilities to individual service branches. The Ministry of …
Nov 2
05:57
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Korea's Air Force to participate in US-led space war game for 1st time
The Korean Air Force will take part in a U.S.-led multinational space war game for the first time this week, a tabletop exercise designed to strengthen joint operational capabilities in the space …
Nov 2
05:54
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
N. Korea slams South Korea-US nuclear drills, vows to accelerate nuclear buildup
North Korea on Monday condemned a recent South Korea-US military exercise integrating Washington's nuclear capabilities with Seoul's conventional forces, and vowed to accelerate its nuclear weapons buildup as an "immutable" national defense …
Nov 2
05:41
CN South China Morning Post
China
How South Korea can play pivotal role in Philippines’ military modernisation drive
The Philippines’ military modernisation drive could offer South Korea an opportunity to transform its role as a major arms supplier into a deeper defence partnership, analysts say. This prospect gained fresh momentum …
Nov 2
05:35
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
PH, US ties stronger than ever — ambassador
MANILA, Philippines — United States Ambassador to Manila Lee Lipton said the recent visit of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth underscored the "genuine importance" the US places on Southeast Asia and on …
Nov 2
05:21
SG Channel News Asia state media
Singapore
South Korean army sergeant dies at frontline unit with external injuries
The death comes amid heightened tensions along the border after three South Korean soldiers were wounded in landmine explosions south of the Military Demarcation Line in September.
Nov 2
05:13
JP The Japan Times
Japan
Japan weighs $500 billion defense spending plan, sources say
If adopted, defense buildup spending for the five years from April 2027 would be nearly twice that in the current five-year plan.
Nov 2
05:08
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
N. Korean loudspeakers silent despite October warning
North Korea has not resumed loudspeaker broadcasts toward South Korea despite saying they would be put into operation across the inter-Korean border by the end of October, according to South Korea's Joint …
Nov 2
05:01
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
MNLF denies sheltering Bato
MANILA, Philippines — The Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) has denied sheltering Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, dismissing as speculation claims that the fugitive lawmaker may have sought refuge with an armed group …
Nov 2
04:51
MM Democratic Voice of Burma
Myanmar
Airstrikes kill 12 in Rakhine State as bombs target bridge and maternity clinic
At least 12 civilians were killed and 32 others were injured after the Myanmar Air Force launched a coordinated wave of airstrikes across Arakan State on Sunday, targeting civilian transit corridors, residential …
Nov 2
04:16
CN China Defense Blog
China
PLA Group Force's MRL ship in Focus
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; }tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; }tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; }Back on October 10th, I blogged about the PLA Ground Force's amphibious …
Nov 2
04:16
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
New Melaka state election cooperation could trigger internal conflict, says veteran journalist MSKerjasama baharu PRN Melaka boleh cetus perbalahan dalaman, kata wartawan veteran
A Kadir Jasin berkata, tarian antara sekutu baharu itu boleh bertukar menjadi perbalahan sesama kumpulan serigala yang kelaparan dan terdesak.
Nov 2
04:11
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
South Korean army sergeant dies at frontline unit with external injuries
Investigators were examining the exact cause and circumstances of the death, which occurred near the North Korean border.
Nov 2
03:52
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Veteran newsman warns of infighting in new Melaka alliances
The dance between new-found allies could descend into inter-pack aggression among hungry, desperate wolves, says A Kadir Jasin.
Nov 2
03:13
CN South China Morning Post
China
Chinese scientists found giant ‘chimneys’ in deep water that could alter submarine warfare
Chinese researchers have mapped how energy from surface wind surges thousands of metres into the seabed, revealing massive underwater conduits they called “inertial chimneys”. The discovery, based on data collected by a …
Nov 2
02:23
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
Defense ministry launches new drone headquarters to bolster unmanned capabilities amid NK threats
The defense ministry launched a new drone headquarters Monday, aiming to bolster unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone capabilities amid North Korea's evolving drone threats, officials said. The launch ceremony took place at …
Nov 2
02:17
KR Yonhap
South Korea
1 Army staff sergeant dies after being found unconscious at front-line unit
SEOUL, Nov. 2 (Yonhap) -- An Army staff sergeant was found unconscious with an u...
Nov 2
02:00
KR Yonhap
South Korea
Defense ministry launches new drone agency to bolster unmanned capabilities amid N.K. threats
SEOUL, Nov. 2 (Yonhap) -- The defense ministry launched a new drone unit Monday,...
Nov 2
01:44
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
S. Korea's Air Force to participate in US-led space war game for 1st time
The South Korean Air Force will take part in a US-led multinational space war game for the first time this week, a tabletop exercise designed to strengthen joint operational capabilities in the …