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Despite common rhetoric, war with China unlikely in near future
Much discussion surrounding future wars indicates a conflict with China is right around the corner. The author of this op-ed argues otherwise.
By Jacob T. Scheidemann
Taiwan begins building anti-submarine frigate
The island nation plans to acquire a dozen light frigates — six for anti-submarine warfare and six for anti-air warfare.
Taiwan reports China sent 4 suspected spy balloons over the island
Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says China sent four balloons over the island, three of which passed near a key air force base.
USS Carney shoots down drone launched from Yemen
A U.S. official told the Associated Press that the Navy destroyer deemed the drone to be a threat and shot it down over water.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Ike carrier strike group enters Persian Gulf
It is the first carrier to transit the Strait of Hormuz since the Nimitz carrier strike group operated there in September 2020.
By Diana Stancy
US, Philippines conduct joint patrols in South China Sea near Taiwan
The patrols come days after Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called the situation in the South China Sea increasingly “dire.”
Biden seeks better military relations with China when he meets with Xi
The plan is to revive the regular talks under the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, used to improve safety in the air and sea.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
China sends more ships and planes toward Taiwan
Taiwan says China has sent another 43 military aircraft and seven ships near the self-ruled island.
China responds to Pentagon report on its military buildup
China said the U.S. is the “biggest disruptor of regional peace and stability” in the world in a response to the annual Pentagon report.
Biden asks Congress for Israel, Ukraine aid in giant defense package
President Biden intends to ask Congress for nearly $100 billion in military aid to Ukraine and Israel amid heightened tensions throughout the Middle East.
Navy ‘tracks’ Iranian ships with unmanned systems in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command claims that Iran has attacked or seized approximately 20 vessels since 2021.
By Diana Stancy