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U.S. signals plan for immediate-range missiles in the North Pacific The U.S. military’s purported plan to station intermediate-range missiles in Guam is likely to heighten concerns among some Pacific Island countries of a new era of militarisation of their region, analysts said. The United States withdrew from a decades-old treaty with Russia in 2019 that prohibited use of ground-launched missiles with a range of 500-5,500 kilometers – a decision that potentially gives the U.S. more flexibility to respond to China’s increased military strength, but also faces practical resistance from its allies in Asia. Benar News reports General Charles Flynn, commanding general for U.S. Army Pacific, as telling a international security forum in mid-November that the U.S. intends to deploy HIMARS, SM-6s, and Tomahawk missiles into the “Indo Pacific” – the U.S. term for an area spanning East Asia and the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Full story on https://t.ly/hIV9s #guam #security #unitedstates

The U.S. Department of State has announced its approval for a request from the Republic of Kosovo to purchase FGM-148F Javelin anti-tank guided missiles. The agreement, pending a formal contract, is conducted through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) procedure and is valued at a maximum of USD 75 million. The approved package allows Kosovo to buy 246 Javelin missiles, including six for use in training and exercises, along with 24 Light Weight Command Launch Units (LWCLU). The deal also encompasses necessary training equipment, diagnostic and operational gear, spare parts, and support services. Javelin JV, a joint venture between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin corporations, is set to be the primary supplier for this transaction. The Javelin missile, produced by the American defence industry, is among the most popular types of anti-tank weaponry used by Western countries and NATO allies. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dpAqRCEa #Kosovo #Javelin #antitank #missile #Raytheon #LockheedMartin #defence #industry #military #Europe

Japan Invests $1 Billion in Hypersonic Missile Defense: Strengthening National Security in a Tense Indo-Pacific Quick Take: Facing mounting military pressure from North Korea and China, Japan is investing heavily in its missile defense system. A key component of this strategy is the $1 billion Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) project, developed jointly with the United States. This investment is part of a larger $8.9 billion plan to bolster Japan's missile defense capabilities over the next decade. #Japan #MissileDefense #HypersonicWeapons #GPI #NationalSecurity #USJapanAlliance #IndoPacific #Geopolitics

The US has approved a whopping $20 billion arms deal, including 50 advanced F-15IA fighter jets, thousands of tank and mortar shells, and cutting-edge air-to-air missiles. This massive sale sends a strong message to Iran and Hezbollah, solidifying US support for Israel's long-term security and deepening military ties between the two nations. The deal is set to bolster Israel's defense capabilities, cementing its regional military edge for years to come.#USIsraelAlliance #DefenseDeal #F15IA #MilitarySupport #StrategicPartnership #MiddleEastSecurity #IsraelDefense #ArmsDeal #RegionalSecurity #USForeignPolicy #MilitaryStrength #NationalSecurity #Geopolitics #IsraelMilitary #AirPower #Hezbollah #IranThreat #DefenseStrategy #MilitaryCooperation #SecurityAlliance

Taiwan claims that the Chinese military is a growing threat to the region, so it is keeping a tight eye on them. In order to participate in Pacific drills with China’s Shandong aircraft carrier, a flurry of airplanes flew close to the island. The NATO summit in Washington is taking place at the same time as the Chinese military drills. According to a draft communique, Beijing is still posing systemic threats to Europe and its security, and China has turned into a major supporter of Russia’s war effort in Ukraine. Taiwan’s defense ministry unveiled two images: a color photo of a nuclear-capable H-6 bomber and a grainy black-and-white photograph of a Chinese J-16 fighter. The government said the photos were obtained recently, although it did not specify when or where they were taken. Around the island, 66 Chinese military aircraft have been spotted by Taiwan’s defense ministry. 39 of the 66 Chinese military aircraft that Taiwan’s defense ministry has identified as being over the island are heading south and southeast of the country. The ministry announced on Wednesday that it had found 36 planes flying to the Western Pacific to conduct exercises with the Shandong. Read more at…https://lnkd.in/dKU2bjvD #TaiwanChinaTensions #ChineseMilitaryDrills #TaiwanDefense #RegionalSecurityConcerns #PacificSecurityIssues

Strengthening Defense: Sweden and France Unite for Anti-Tank Capabilities Sweden and France are bolstering their defense collaboration with a focus on anti-tank capabilities. In a recent strategic agreement, signed by the CEOs of Saab and MBDA, the two nations aim to enhance their armed forces' effectiveness on the battlefield. The partnership will initially center on supplying the Akeron MP, a French anti-tank guided missile system, to both Swedish and French armed forces. This joint effort also includes plans for developing advanced variants of the missile, equipped with beyond-line-of-sight firing capabilities. This collaboration signifies a crucial step forward in strengthening European defense capabilities and ensuring readiness in high-intensity conflicts. With Saab and MBDA at the forefront, the partnership aims to deliver the best tools for safeguarding national interests and regional security. #Sweden #France #Defense #MilitaryCooperation #AntiTank #Saab #MBDA #Akeron #Security #EuropeanDefense #StrategicPartnership

Poland Signs $2.5 Billion Deal for US Air-Defense Software Hub Poland's Ministry of National Defence has inked a $2.5 billion agreement with the U.S. for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). This system will synchronize Poland's air and missile defense weapons, including Patriot missile launchers for the Wisla and Narew programs. Deliveries are slated from 2024 to 2031, covering six Wisla batteries and 23 Narew batteries. Poland becomes the second country after the U.S. to acquire this integrated command system. The deal reinforces continuity in defense procurement despite recent political changes in Poland. #Poland #Defense #US #IBCS #MissileDefense #NationalDefense #MilitaryTechnology #Security #Patriot #Wisla #Narew #NorthropGrumman #AirDefense

South Korea and the United States will launch the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) military exercise from August 19 to 29, aimed at enhancing joint defense readiness against North Korean threats. The exercise will involve computer simulations, field training, and civil defense drills, with approximately 19,000 South Korean troops participating. Notably, it includes 48 field training events and increased brigade-level exercises. This year's drills will address threats from North Korean missiles, GPS jamming, and cyberattacks, reflecting insights from recent conflicts. The North has criticized such exercises as invasion rehearsals, leading to heightened tensions. The chairman of South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff has instructed troops to respond promptly to any provocations during the exercises. #AsiaRisk #GeopoliticalConflictandDisputes #SouthKorea Follow us for daily updates on risk and operations in Asia! https://lnkd.in/gYtTxq_e

UK to Provide Ukraine with 200 Additional Brimstone Anti-Tank Missiles The UK's Defense Secretary, Grant Shapps, announced the dispatch of 200 more Brimstone anti-tank missiles to Ukraine. Developed by the MBDA UK consortium, the Brimstone serves the British Royal Air Force as a surface-to-surface or air-to-surface missile. Weighing 50 kilograms and measuring nearly 2 meters long, it carries a warhead over 6 kilograms and can reach speeds of Mach 1.3 (~450 m/s). The Brimstone features two generations, with the first boasting a range of 20 kilometers and the second, 60 kilometers. Shapps emphasized the missiles' battlefield impact during russia's invasion of Ukraine and revealed plans for training an additional ten thousand Ukrainian soldiers in the first half of the year, alongside the UK's allies. Ask your government to speed up weapons deliveries to stop the genocide of Ukrainians. The ruscists should be held accountable for their crimes. Spread the truth about the war: 👉 https://dattalion.com/ Photo: via United24media TG #StandWithUkraine #russiaIsATerroristState #DATTALION

https://lnkd.in/dCUzg6p4 U.S. Launches Effort to Stop Russia From Arming Houthis With Antiship Missiles A U.S. commander sent confidential letter warning that U.S. is failing to deter Red Sea attacks on shipping By Michael R. Gordon and Lara Seligman Updated July 19, 2024 8:28 am ET WASHINGTON—U.S. intelligence agencies are warning that Russia might arm Houthi militants in Yemen with advanced antiship missiles in retaliation for the Biden administration’s support for Ukrainian strikes inside Russia with U.S. weapons. The new intelligence comes as the top U.S. Middle East commander recently advised in a classified letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin that military operations in the region are “failing” to deter Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and that a broader approach is needed, according to U.S. officials.