North Korea to deploy new artillery and commission its first destroyer
North Korea says it will deploy new artillery aimed at Seoul and will commission its first destroyer, the Choe Hyon, signaling a further expansion of its military capabilities.
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US-Iran clash over whether the IRIS Dena was armed when sunk
The United States rejected Iran's claim that the IRIS Dena was unarmed when sunk by a US submarine off Sri Lanka, while Iran says the vessel was in a noncombat, ceremonial role; the dispute highlights rising tensions as both sides offer conflicting accounts of the ship's armament amid multinational naval exercises.
China’s Type 055 Demonstrates Electronic Warfare Near Taiwan in CCTV Footage
Public CCTV footage shows the PLA Navy’s Type 055 destroyer Yanan moving from radar tracking to electronic countermeasures near Taiwan, including four jamming missiles, in a display framed as a warning rather than direct engagement; the sequence also shows carrier-group activity and another destroyer near the Liaoning, with officials not confirming the aircraft’s origin.
Ukraine Launches First Mediterranean Attack on Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
Ukraine has reportedly targeted a Russian shadow fleet tanker in the Mediterranean for the first time, indicating increased military activity and tensions in the region.
North Korea Successfully Raises Capsized Warship After Failed Launch
North Korea successfully launched a warship after a previous failed attempt that damaged the vessel, with Kim Jong Un criticizing the incident and arresting officials involved. The regime is determined to showcase its military strength, emphasizing the importance of naval modernization.