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• 56080 viewsJapan announces new aid package for Ukraine's energy sector
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• 21611 viewsRussia is unable to produce even “Parodya” drones on its own: intelligence tells what they are made of
• 15805 viewsFrance to give Ukraine about 10 long-range SCALP missiles
• 23656 viewsThe United States imposes a ban on the supply of Taiwanese AI microchips to China
• 22850 viewsThe Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told about the equipment of X-69 missiles launched by russia at Ukraine
• 17756 viewsUkrainian to pay 15 thousand euros for violations of NABU detectives - ECtHR
ARMA's double standards: investigating tender anomalies
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Taiwan to pay $1000 for information on Chinese warships
• 19537 viewsChina congratulates Trump on his election victory and calls for a pragmatic approach to bilateral relations
• 34169 viewsUkrainian badminton players win historic silver medal at competition in Germany
• 28587 viewsTaiwan says it will stop supplying machine tools to Russia altogether
• 36619 viewsChina increases military activity near Taiwan ahead of US elections
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• 17980 viewsFT: Chinese sanctions hit US drone maker supplying Ukraine
• 15580 viewsTyphoon Kong-ray hits Taiwan in an unusual season
• 16610 viewsConflicts in the world divert attention from Ukraine and divide aid - Zelensky
• 18025 viewsPortugal signs agreement with France to purchase Caesar guns until 2034
• 17104 viewsTaiwan plans to buy 1000 attack drones from the United States
• 13115 viewsRepublican Vance explains why Taiwan is more important to the US than Ukraine
• 17668 viewsChina is preparing a response to the US arms sale to Taiwan worth 2 billion dollars
• 25484 viewsUS to supply Taiwan with $2 billion worth of weapons tested in Ukraine
• 21876 viewsElon Musk has been in secret talks with Vladimir Putin since 2022 - WSJ
• 15626 viewsIf China blocks Taiwan, it will be an “act of war,” says island's government - media
• 15824 viewsFive Russian Navy ships arrive in Myanmar for joint exercises with the junta
• 19214 viewsGeneral Luong Quong became the new president of Vietnam: in his inaugural speech, he promised the country a flexible and modern army
• 17149 viewsTrump: Xi Jinping won't dare blockade Taiwan out of respect for me
• 18539 viewsXi Jinping urged China's army to step up war preparations
• 22523 viewsBiden urges Xi Jinping to convince DPRK not to help Russia
At the APEC summit, Biden urged Xi Jinping to persuade North Korea not to provide military assistance to Russia. The leaders also agreed on human control over nuclear weapons without the use of artificial intelligence.
russia used North Korean KN-23/24 missiles in another attack on Ukraine: experts analyze specific characteristics
During the November 13 attack, russia used North Korean KN-23/24 ballistic missiles. KFI experts identified specific features of these weapons, including atypical welding and a unique metal composition.
China creates new map in the South China Sea amid tensions over disputed islands with the Philippines
The PRC publishes an updated map of Sansha with new designations for the Paracel and Spratly areas. These areas are the subject of territorial disputes between China and five neighboring countries.
Biden and Xi Jinping to meet in Peru: discuss war in Ukraine and involvement of DPRK troops
The US and Chinese presidents will meet on November 16 at the APEC summit in Lima to discuss key issues of cooperation. Topics include military contacts, China's support for Russia, cyberattacks, and human rights.
Taiwan hands over HAWK air defense system to Ukraine
Taiwan has transferred surplus batteries of HAWK anti-aircraft missile systems to Ukraine. HAWK systems can make up almost a third of Ukraine's air defense forces.
China's chip index approaches 3-year high amid US ban on TSMC chips
The CSI Semiconductor index rose 6% after the US banned TSMC's advanced chips from being shipped to China. This may accelerate the development of China's own semiconductor production.
Russia is unable to produce even “Parodya” drones on its own: intelligence tells what they are made of
The GUR reports that half of the 2,000 UAVs launched by Russia in October were decoy drones.
France to give Ukraine about 10 long-range SCALP missiles
French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecorneuil signs documents for the transfer of about 10 SCALP missiles to Ukraine. France continues to provide military support and training to the Ukrainian military.
The United States imposes a ban on the supply of Taiwanese AI microchips to China
The United States has officially banned Taiwanese company TSMC from exporting microchips for artificial intelligence to China. The ban applies to chips produced by a more advanced process and related to AI devices.
The Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told about the equipment of X-69 missiles launched by russia at Ukraine
KFI experts found that the russian X-69 missile was made from components of various types of weapons. Foreign parts from the United States, Germany, Taiwan, China and Malaysia were found in the missile.
Taiwan to pay $1000 for information on Chinese warships
The Taiwanese Coast Guard has introduced a reward program for information about Chinese military vessels in its waters. The authorities explain this by the limited resources for monitoring and China's growing military activity in the region.
China congratulates Trump on his election victory and calls for a pragmatic approach to bilateral relations
China has officially recognized Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election and expressed its readiness for cooperation. Beijing is concerned about the possible reintroduction of trade tariffs that Trump promised to impose during the campaign.
Ukrainian badminton players win historic silver medal at competition in Germany
Polina Bugrova and Yevheniya Kantemir won silver medals in doubles at the BWF World Tour tournament in Saarbrücken. This is the first medal in the Ukrainians' career at this level of competition.
Taiwan says it will stop supplying machine tools to Russia altogether
Taiwan has completely stopped supplying machine tools to Russia and increased fines for sanctions violations by 15 times. Exporters are required to specify the final recipient to prevent shipments via third countries.
China increases military activity near Taiwan ahead of US elections
Taiwan spotted 35 Chinese military aircraft, including fighters and bombers, near the island. The activity comes a few days before the US presidential election.
Musk's alleged conversations with putin continue to raise concerns among U.S. officials
American officials are concerned about Elon Musk's communication with putin because of Musk's access to classified information. Musk has a high level of security access due to SpaceX's contracts with the US government.
FT: Chinese sanctions hit US drone maker supplying Ukraine
China imposed sanctions on Skydio, banning the supply of critical components and batteries. The company is looking for new suppliers and has asked the Biden administration for help.
Typhoon Kong-ray hits Taiwan in an unusual season
A Category 4 typhoon with a diameter of 500 km and wind speeds of 33 km/h hit the east coast of Taiwan. The authorities closed schools and businesses, and the army prepared 36,000 soldiers for possible rescue operations.
Conflicts in the world divert attention from Ukraine and divide aid - Zelensky
The President of Ukraine said that global conflicts not only divert attention from Ukraine, but also divide military aid. Zelenskyy also noted the impact of these conflicts on the country's information support.
Portugal signs agreement with France to purchase Caesar guns until 2034
Portugal has signed an agreement with France to purchase up to 36 Caesar guns by 2034 to upgrade its army. Caesar is a mobile artillery system capable of firing 6 rounds at a distance of 40 km in less than a minute.
Taiwan plans to buy 1000 attack drones from the United States
Taiwan's Ministry of Defense has signed agreements to purchase up to 1,000 attack drones from AeroVironment and Anduril. The total value of the contracts is $360 million.
Republican Vance explains why Taiwan is more important to the US than Ukraine
The Republican candidate for vice president of the United States has declared that he will prioritize support for Taiwan over Ukraine because of its role in the global economy. Taiwan produces about half of the world's semiconductors.
China is preparing a response to the US arms sale to Taiwan worth 2 billion dollars
The US approves a $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including an air defense system. China threatens to take countermeasures to protect its sovereignty, although specific details are not disclosed.
US to supply Taiwan with $2 billion worth of weapons tested in Ukraine
The Pentagon has approved the sale of NASAMS air defense systems and radar systems to Taiwan. The delivery includes advanced AMRAAM surface-to-air missiles successfully tested in Ukraine.
Elon Musk has been in secret talks with Vladimir Putin since 2022 - WSJ
The Wall Street Journal reports on Elon Musk's regular contacts with Putin since 2022. The billionaire discusses business and geopolitics with the Kremlin, including Starlink and Ukraine.
If China blocks Taiwan, it will be an “act of war,” says island's government - media
Taiwan's Defense Minister said that China's blockade of the island would be considered an act of war. The Taiwanese government has released details of a food plan in case of a Chinese blockade, including a monthly inventory of stocks.
Five Russian Navy ships arrive in Myanmar for joint exercises with the junta
Five Russian ships have arrived in Myanmar for joint exercises with the ruling junta's naval forces. The exercises include a port phase in Yangon and live ammunition firing in the Kapali Sea for 5 days.
General Luong Quong became the new president of Vietnam: in his inaugural speech, he promised the country a flexible and modern army
The Vietnamese parliament unanimously elected General Luong Quong as the country's new president. In his inaugural speech, he promised to strengthen the defense and create a modern army.
Trump: Xi Jinping won't dare blockade Taiwan out of respect for me
Trump believes that the Chinese leader will not blockade Taiwan out of respect for it. The former US president plans to use the threat of higher tariffs to put pressure on China in the event of an attack on Taiwan.
Xi Jinping urged China's army to step up war preparations
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged troops to step up war preparations during a visit to a missile brigade. The statement came after China's large-scale military exercises around Taiwan.