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Iran Warns of ‘Strategic Surprises’

Mousavi assured Iranians that the country’s armed forces, relying on strategic surprises, stand fully prepared to confront any threat from “oppressive powers” Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed

22 September 2025

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UK Govt backs new facility for Lebanese Army

The facility upgraded through the UK’s Integrated Security Fund, will serve as a vital training facility for LAF troops deployed across South Lebanon…reports Asian Lite News The United Kingdom has reinforced its

22 August 2025

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Saudi deploys first THAAD missile unit

Riyadh boosts its long-range missile defence with U.S.-made THAAD system, amid growing regional missile threats. Saudi Arabia has officially activated its first Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) missile unit, marking a

4 July 2025

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MBZ Visits UAE Troops

The Khalifa bin Zayed II Airborne Brigade is a high-readiness strategic unit specializing in airborne operations and rapid deployment, significantly enhancing the UAE’s ability to respond quickly to emerging security challenges. President

25 April 2025

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UAE receives first Rafale jet

In a landmark deal with France’s Dassault Aviation, the UAE Ministry of Defence has inaugurated its first Rafale fighter jet, marking a major step in modernizing its military capabilities. The acquisition includes

31 January 2025

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Parliamentary panel reviews ICG’s role in coastal security

The Committee members expressed their satisfaction with the Indian Coast Guard’s recent achievements…reports Asian Lite News A meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence was held at Chennai on Saturday to

18 November 2024

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CDS releases Joint Doctrine for amphibious operations

The Doctrine is a keystone publication which will provide guidance to the Commanders of armed forces for conduct of Amphibious Operations…reports Asian Lite News Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan

10 September 2024

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China targets naval parity with US

China’s naval expansion outpaces the world, fuelling tensions in the Pacific. Experts warn of rising conflict as the PLAN’s fleet grows rapidly and aggressively…reports Asian Lite News China is building naval vessels

9 August 2024

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US Steps Up Military Presence in Middle East

Lloyd Austin is ordering the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East to replace the Theodore Roosevelt carrier strike group…reports Asian Lite News The US Defense Department will move

4 August 2024

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Indian Navy’s Combat Systems for New Scorpenes

Indian Navy is negotiating a deal with Mazagaon Dockyards which will partner with the French Naval Group to build three more Scorpenes for the Indian Navy after it gets its first six

30 July 2024

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