Pacific
Hegseth says he would have ordered second strike on Caribbean vessel
"I fully support that strike," Hegseth said at the Reagan National Defense Forum in Simi Valley, California. "I would have made the same call myself."
US military says it killed four men in strike on suspected drug vessel
Why the Indo-Pacific now matters more than ever for Israel- opinion
Japan warns citizens in China about safety as diplomatic crisis deepens
Indonesia landslide kills 11 in Central Java, official says 12 missing
The landslide in the city of Cilacap buried a dozen houses in Cibeunying village.
Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports
Japan requests that China reverse its warning against travel to Japan after comments on Taiwan sparked a diplomatic dispute.
Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows
A survey shows that over half of the population backed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's plan to increase defense spending.
Israel deepens Oceanic ties as dep. FM Sharren Haskel looks to unlock potential across the Pacific
DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel's visit included key discussions on diplomacy, agriculture, innovation, technology, and even a potential Fijian role in Gaza peacekeeping.
US will 'stoutly defend' its interests, defense secretary tells China
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned China the US will defend its interests in Asia as tensions grow over Taiwan and the South China Sea.
From Abraham Accords to I2U2: Why Israel must do more with India, UAE - analysis
The Abraham Accords opened doors for Israel, but the real strategic test lies in I2U2. Israel must act now to deepen ties with India and the UAE for enhanced security and economic growth.
The world should 'chip in with Taiwan' for global peace, prosperity - opinion
Taiwan’s economic strength and commitment to democracy make it a key global partner in the fight for peace and stability.
Russian, Chinese navies to conduct joint patrols in Asia-Pacific, Interfax reports
The two navies held joint drills in the Sea of Japan over August 1-5 that included artillery firing, practicing anti-submarine and air defense missions, and improving joint search and rescue ops.
Scientists uncover 'Life Zone' 9.5 kilometers down in Mariana Trench Pacific abyss
Researchers say the record-setting chemosynthesis-based communities, detailed in Nature, challenge 'long-standing assumptions about life's potential at extreme depths'.
A father and son reached the most remote place on Earth—and found they weren’t alone
In the heart of the ocean lies the most distant point from any human on Earth. This location has become a spacecraft graveyard, and no one is supposed to be there.
US moving B-2 stealth bombers toward Guam, American officials confirm
One official said no forward orders had been given yet to move the bombers beyond Guam. They did not say how many B-2 bombers are being moved.
