military tensions
Japan Scrambles Fighter Jets as Russian and Chinese Forces Conduct Joint Aerial Patrols Near Territory
Dec 10, 2025 03:23 pm CST
Japanese defense forces mobilized jets in response to joint Russian-Chinese aerial patrols around Japanese territory, highlighting escalating regional tensions. The operation involved nuclear-capable bombers and fighter jets traversing international waters between Okinawa and Miyako islands, prompting Japan's Defense Minister to express serious security concerns amid deteriorating relations with Beijing.
Thailand Conducts Airstrikes Against Cambodian Military Facilities Over Chinese-Made Rocket Threat
Dec 09, 2025 02:20 am CST
Thailand launched airstrikes on Cambodian military facilities after intelligence suggested that Chinese-made PHL-03 and Soviet-designed BM-21 rockets could be used against civilian targets. This marks the most serious escalation between the Southeast Asian neighbors since July's conflict, with both sides accusing each other of breaking a U.S. and Malaysia-brokered ceasefire agreement.
Fact Check: Deepfake Video Falsely Shows Imran Khan's Sister Claiming Asim Munir Wants War with India
Dec 04, 2025 09:18 am CST
A manipulated video falsely showing Aleema Khan claiming Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir desires war with India was confirmed as deepfake by Sky News. The actual interview addressed Imran Khan's imprisonment and political situation, with Aleema expressing concerns about her brother's isolation but making no comments about India-Pakistan military tensions or Munir's alleged war ambitions.
Tensions Escalate: Taliban Claims Capture of Pakistani Tanks Amid Border Ceasefire
Oct 16, 2025 05:32 pm CST
A 48-hour ceasefire has been established between Afghanistan and Pakistan following intense border clashes that resulted in dozens of casualties. Before the truce, viral videos showed tanks racing through Afghanistan's Spin Boldak province, with Taliban forces claiming to have captured them from Pakistan. While Pakistan denies these claims, stating the Soviet-era T-55 tanks aren't in their inventory, the situation highlights the deteriorating relations between the neighbors as cross-border attacks continue to threaten regional stability.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Crisis: Crossings Closed Following Heavy Military Clashes
Oct 12, 2025 06:58 pm CST
Border crossings between Pakistan and Afghanistan have been closed after intense overnight clashes between security forces. The conflict erupted following Taliban accusations of Pakistani air strikes violating Afghan sovereignty, further deteriorating relations between the neighboring countries. The escalation highlights ongoing tensions over cross-border militancy, with Pakistan accusing Afghanistan of harboring terrorist elements while both sides report military engagements at key border points including Torkham and Chaman.
South Korea Vows To End "Unnecessary Military Tensions" With North Korea
Sep 24, 2025 07:44 am CST
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung vowed on Tuesday to end a "vicious cycle of unnecessary military tensions" with North Korea, with the aim of achieving peaceful coexistence and shared growth.