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North Korea fires missiles during Trump Seoul visit

In a brazen act of military provocation, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles during Donald Trump's high-profile visit to South Korea, dramatically escalating regional tensions and challenging international sanctions.

Chinese military helicopter crashes in South China Sea

A People's Liberation Army Navy helicopter has crashed during training exercises in the contentious South China Sea, raising concerns about regional military readiness amid ongoing territorial disputes.

US F-35 and Seahawk crash in South China Sea

In a dramatic incident over contested waters, a US F-35 fighter jet and MH-60 Seahawk helicopter have crashed into the South China Sea, triggering an urgent international recovery mission amid rising regional tensions.

Lithuania: Russia violates NATO airspace again

Moscow accused of flying military aircraft through Lithuanian airspace without authorization in latest provocation against NATO territory. The incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns.

UK troops sent to Israel in advisory capacity

British troops have been dispatched to Israel on a training and advisory mission as the nation prepares for potential conflict escalation with Iran. The Mirror reveals exclusive details of this strategic deployment.

Taiwan's 'Kamikaze' Drones Reshape China Defence Strategy

Exclusive analysis reveals how Taiwan's asymmetric warfare strategy using advanced drone technology is creating a formidable deterrent against potential Chinese invasion, changing the military balance in the Asia-Pacific.

Australian PM faces crisis as RAAF intercepts Chinese jet

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confronts a major international crisis after a Royal Australian Air Force patrol intercepted a Chinese military aircraft in contested airspace, sparking urgent diplomatic talks.

Chinese fighter intercepts Australian minister's plane

A Royal Australian Air Force plane carrying Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles was intercepted by a Chinese J-16 fighter in a dangerous manoeuvre over the South China Sea, raising serious safety concerns.

South Korea deploys advanced howitzers and drones

Exclusive: South Korea bolsters its military capabilities with cutting-edge K9 howitzers and surveillance drones amid escalating tensions with North Korea, as Pyongyang continues weapons testing.

NATO jets intercept Putin's 'doomsday' plane

RAF Typhoons join urgent NATO mission as Vladimir Putin's nuclear-command aircraft flies provocatively close to alliance airspace, sparking major security alert.

US B-52H Bomber Spotted Over Venezuelan Airspace

A formidable US Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bomber has been tracked flying over Venezuelan airspace in a significant show of military presence, sparking international attention and raising geopolitical tensions in the region.

India Builds Himalayan Tunnels Amid China Tensions

Exclusive report reveals India's urgent infrastructure push near contested Chinese border, with strategic tunnels designed for rapid military mobilisation in Uttarakhand's challenging terrain.

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.

US Spy Jet Circles Russian Border in Tense Surveillance

A sophisticated US Air Force RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft has been tracked conducting persistent surveillance missions along Russia's borders, flying provocative patterns that have defence analysts on high alert amid escalating geopolitical friction.

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