Defense
Sweden and Ukraine agree on Gripen fighter jet deal intent
Maria Karlsson AI द्वारा उत्पन्न छवि
Ukraine and Sweden signed a letter of intent on October 22, 2025, for the purchase of 100 to 150 Gripen E fighter jets. The agreement, announced in Linköping, aims to bolster Ukraine's air force against Russian threats but requires further work on financing and production. Officials highlighted the jets' suitability for Ukrainian conditions and potential deterrent effect.
Hegseth to visit South Korea urging allies on defense spending
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will travel to Asia this week, including South Korea, to stress the need for allies to boost defense spending and contribute to collective defense. The Pentagon said Hegseth will praise South Korea's commitment to increasing defense spending and taking greater responsibility for alliance deterrence during the annual Security Consultative Meeting in Seoul on Nov. 4. This comes amid intensifying U.S.-China rivalry and North Korea's nuclear advances.
South Korea, US defense chiefs to hold annual talks in Seoul
South Korea and the United States' defense chiefs will hold the 57th Security Consultative Meeting in Seoul on November 4. This marks the first in-person talks between the new ministers, focusing on alliance issues like North Korea policy coordination and combined defense posture. Both sides aim to advance their partnership in response to evolving security challenges.
Indonesia prepares to buy Chengdu J-10 fighter jets, China cautious with all buyers
28 अक्टूबर 2025 16:30India's defense chief visits PT Pindad
23 अक्टूबर 2025 23:12Family of garissa university student pleads for government job after kdf death
23 अक्टूबर 2025 13:15Expert doubts gripen deal with ukraine will proceed
23 अक्टूबर 2025 03:03EU summit reaches minimal compromise on russian assets
20 अक्टूबर 2025 00:47Boris Pistorius opens new naval headquarters in Rostock
18 अक्टूबर 2025 00:40Trump says Spain should be reprimanded for defense spending
17 अक्टूबर 2025 01:24Möller and Pistorius signal compromise readiness in conscription dispute
Takaichi tells Trump Japan will continue Russian LNG imports
Raj Patel AI द्वारा उत्पन्न छवि
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met U.S. President Donald Trump in Tokyo on October 28 for their first summit, informing him that Japan intends to continue importing Russian liquefied natural gas for the time being. The U.S. had urged Japan to end such imports to bolster sanctions on Russia, but Takaichi stressed the necessity due to risks of domestic power shortages. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and defense cooperation.
Cédric Jubillar's defense pleads for acquittal at Albi assizes
In the trial for the murder of Delphine Jubillar, the defense lawyers delivered passionate closing arguments on Thursday to sow doubt and secure Cédric Jubillar's acquittal. They highlighted the lack of concrete evidence and flaws in the investigation, following the prosecution's request for 30 years in prison the previous day. The verdict is expected on Friday.
Trump holds first summit with Japan's new prime minister
U.S. President Donald Trump met Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on October 28, 2025, for their first summit, pledging to strengthen the alliance. Takaichi promised a 'new golden age' for ties, while Trump praised her leadership. The talks focused on trade, security, investments, and defense cooperation.
Hegseth calls South Korea's OPCON transfer push 'great'
Raj Patel AI द्वारा उत्पन्न छवि
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth positively assessed South Korea's push to retake wartime operational control from the United States, calling it a 'great' endeavor. He depicted South Korea as a 'combat credible partner' during a press meeting on a plane en route to Malaysia. The remarks underscore the U.S. emphasis on allies assuming greater security responsibilities.
Pistorius: Comprehensive conscription screening deters Russia
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius views comprehensive screening of all young men as a strong signal against Russia. The black-red coalition has submitted its military service reform plans to parliament, amid disagreements. Pistorius is optimistic that the law will take effect at the beginning of 2026.
Four TNI AU pilots complete A-400M type rating training in Spain
Four pilots from the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) have completed type rating training for the A-400M aircraft in Spain. The training included full flight simulator sessions, crew resource management, and mission planning systems. The first A-400M aircraft is scheduled to arrive in Indonesia in November 2025.
Takaichi and Trump hold first summit in Tokyo
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and U.S. President Donald Trump held their first in-person summit at Tokyo's State Guest House on October 28, 2025, agreeing to strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance. The leaders discussed enhancing defense capabilities, economic ties, and steady implementation of tariff agreements, and met with families of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea. They later visited the U.S. Naval Base in Yokosuka to address American servicemen.
Saab underwater robots in Russian Arctic surveillance system
An investigation by SVT and international media reveals that underwater robots from Saab have been used in Russia's secret Harmoni surveillance system in the Arctic. The robots were delivered to Russian customers until 2018 in compliance with export rules but ended up with the Russian military. Russia has also produced copies of the technology.
Trump meets Japan’s new prime minister, signs critical-minerals pact and spotlights tariff-and-investment framework
Petra Hartmann तथ्य-जाँच किया गया
President Donald Trump met Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Tuesday, signing a U.S.–Japan framework on rare earths and other critical minerals while highlighting a previously announced tariff-and-investment deal. The leaders later addressed thousands of U.S. troops aboard the USS George Washington and pledged a "golden age" for the alliance amid rising regional tensions.