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Taiwan rejects Iron Dome missile defence system

Taiwan's defence ministry dismisses proposals for an Israeli-inspired missile shield, citing geographical differences and favouring asymmetric warfare strategies against potential Chinese aggression.

Orcas Attack and Damage Yacht Off Portuguese Coast

A pod of aggressive orcas has attacked and damaged a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the latest in a series of concerning encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.

Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack

Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.

China Launches 'Combat Patrol' in Taiwan Strait

China's military deploys ships and aircraft for a major 'joint combat patrol' in the Taiwan Strait, denouncing US-Canadian naval transit as 'deliberate provocation' and inflaming regional tensions.

Chinese 'Kamikaze' Drone Hits Taiwanese Ship in Strait

Exclusive: A suspected Chinese maritime drone collided with a Taiwanese commercial vessel in the Taiwan Strait, escalating military tensions. The incident, captured on video, raises fears of a new era of asymmetric warfare.

Chinese Warship Confronts Australian Frigate in Tense Standoff

A dangerous confrontation unfolded in the Taiwan Strait as a Chinese naval vessel challenged the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Brisbane, highlighting escalating tensions in contested waters. The incident raises serious concerns about freedom of navigation

Bass Strait crossed in a boat made entirely of rubbish

A team of environmental activists has successfully crossed the treacherous Bass Strait in a boat constructed solely from reclaimed plastic waste and trash, highlighting the ocean pollution crisis in a daring maritime protest.

Oligarch's £240m Superyacht for Auction in Gibraltar

The luxurious 'Axioma' superyacht, seized from sanctioned Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky, is set for a high-stakes auction in Gibraltar, symbolising the tangible impact of Western sanctions on Putin's inner circle.

Steve Clarke Defends Passionate Celebrations After Scotland Win

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has passionately defended his exuberant goal celebrations after leading his team to a stunning 5-1 victory over Gibraltar. The win marks a triumphant start to their summer tour, sparking both admiration and criticism from the

Killer Whale Warning After Pod Sinks 50ft Yacht

Marine experts issue urgent warning to sailors after a pod of aggressive orcas rams and sinks a 50ft yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar. The latest in a series of alarming encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.

Killer Whales Force Sailors to Stay in Port in Spain

Mariners along Spain's coast are facing a new and terrifying threat as pods of aggressive killer whales have shifted their attacks from deep waters into shockingly shallow bays, prompting urgent safety warnings to avoid sailing altogether.

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