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Beijing Quietly Rewires Near‑Taiwan Waters as Hypersonics Go Big
world14 days ago

Beijing Quietly Rewires Near‑Taiwan Waters as Hypersonics Go Big

Beijing is expanding law‑enforcement and research activity east of Taiwan, effectively treating the area as PRC near‑shore waters to erode Taiwanese sovereignty and broaden power projection; it also showcases hypersonic capability with the DF‑17/DF‑ZF and signals deeper long‑range carrier operations from Liaoning. At the same time, China deepens military ties with Russia, conducts joint drills with Japan and the US, and pursues information operations and suspected election interference aimed at Taiwan. Taiwan responds with combat-readiness drills ahead of Han Kuang, while Scarborough Shoal disputes persist and Cuban SIGINT monitoring draws attention, all set against a Chinese UN governance white paper and export controls intended to strengthen Beijing’s global leverage.

via Institute for the Study of War|
#election-interference#hypersonic-missiles#liaoning
Russia's renewed air war tests Ukrainian defenses as ground gains stall
world1 month ago

Russia's renewed air war tests Ukrainian defenses as ground gains stall

Russia intensified its aerial campaign against Ukraine, deploying drones and a surge of missiles—including eight Zircon hypersonic weapons—while ground forces struggle to gain territory; 41 ballistic missiles were launched in a single day with many hitting targets in Kyiv and other cities. Ukraine reports limited interceptor stocks and appeals for more Patriot missiles as analysts say Moscow aims to overwhelm defenses and pressure Kyiv politically.

via CNN|
#air-defense#hypersonic-missiles#military
Canada readies Arctic shield as great-power rivals circle the North
world5 months ago

Canada readies Arctic shield as great-power rivals circle the North

Canada is boosting its Arctic defenses with more boots on the ground, upgraded radars, submarines and aircraft to deter Russia and reassure allies as the US focuses on Greenland and the Golden Dome missile-defense plan. Experts warn that current radar systems may be inadequate against hypersonic missiles and call for space-based sensors and over-the-horizon radar, all while logistical challenges and a tense but functional US–Canada security relationship shape the path forward.

via BBC|
#arctic-security#canada-defense#golden-dome
GE and Lockheed Hit Milestone with Liquid-Fueled Hypersonic Ramjet Demonstration
technology5 months ago

GE and Lockheed Hit Milestone with Liquid-Fueled Hypersonic Ramjet Demonstration

GE Aerospace and Lockheed Martin demonstrated a liquid-fueled rotating detonation ramjet in tests, showing potential for faster, farther missiles with lower production costs. The compact ramjet combines GE’s rotating detonation combustor with Lockheed Martin’s high-speed inlet, and tests at GE’s Niskayuna center validated ignition and cruise operation. The companies plan further maturation of the propulsion system in 2026.

via Lockheed Martin|
#ge-aerospace#hypersonic-missiles#lockheed-martin
North Korea Conducts Hypersonic and Ballistic Missile Tests Amid Regional Tensions
world6 months ago

North Korea Conducts Hypersonic and Ballistic Missile Tests Amid Regional Tensions

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen hypersonic missile tests amid heightened tensions and recent geopolitical crises, emphasizing the need to strengthen the country's nuclear deterrent. The tests, which involved missiles hitting targets about 1,000 km away, are seen as a response to US actions in Venezuela and aim to demonstrate North Korea's military capabilities, potentially complicating US-South Korea missile defense systems.

via Al Jazeera|
#geopolitical-crisis#hypersonic-missiles#kim-jong-un
Russia accelerates missile production amid global tensions and US threats
world1 year ago

Russia accelerates missile production amid global tensions and US threats

Russia is increasing production of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile, capable of reaching Europe and the US, with Putin claiming it is nearly impossible to intercept. The missile was first used against Ukraine, and Putin has proposed a missile duel with the US to demonstrate its superiority. Experts suggest the missile's practical impact may be limited, but it emphasizes the need for enhanced missile defenses.

via Business Insider|
#hypersonic-missiles#military#oreshnik-missiles
Hypersonic Missiles Escalate Iran-Israel Tensions
world1 year ago

Hypersonic Missiles Escalate Iran-Israel Tensions

Iran claims to have fired hypersonic missiles at Israel, but experts are skeptical about the authenticity of these claims and the capabilities of Iran's missile technology. Hypersonic missiles, which travel faster than Mach 5 and are highly maneuverable, pose a significant challenge to missile defense systems, but currently only the US and China have developed advanced hypersonic weapons. Russia has claimed to use hypersonic missiles in Ukraine, though experts debate their true capabilities. The development and deployment of hypersonic weapons continue to influence global military dynamics and security concerns.

via Yahoo|
#hypersonic-missiles#international-security#iran-israel-conflict
US and Russian Military Leaders Discuss Hypersonic Missile Tests
world-news1 year ago

US and Russian Military Leaders Discuss Hypersonic Missile Tests

Russia's top general, Valery Gerasimov, warned the U.S. about planned hypersonic missile tests in the eastern Mediterranean, advising U.S. Navy ships to avoid the area. The call with U.S. General CQ Brown also covered the Ukraine conflict and measures to prevent escalation. The missile tests involved Russian warships and submarines, with successful hits on designated targets, and were conducted in compliance with international law. This communication marks the first direct contact between the two generals since Brown assumed his role.

via ABC News|
#hypersonic-missiles#military-drills#russia