Asia Pacific
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Aug- 2021 -4 August
India Likely to Sign $670 Million Heron Drone Upgrade Contract: Report
Indian representatives have reportedly wrapped up price negotiations for a contract to upgrade and arm the country’s fleet of Heron drones.
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4 August
Taliban Claim Kabul Bombing as Afghan Forces Defend Besieged Cities
The Taliban claimed responsibility for a huge bomb attack in Kabul targeting the defense minister.
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3 August
Indian ‘Bridges of Friendship’ Fleet to Drill in South China Sea, Pacific
The Indian Navy Fleet will deploy four of its warships to the South China Sea and the Western Pacific in an assignment that will run for two months.
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3 August
US Vows ‘Collective Response’ on Tanker Attack as Iran Warns
The United States promised to lead a "collective response" against Iran in retaliation for a deadly attack on an Israeli-linked tanker.
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3 August
Afghan Fighting Rages as US and UK Accuse Taliban of Massacring Civilians
The United States and Britain accused the Taliban of atrocities that may amount to "war crimes" in the town of Spin Boldak.
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2 August
German Frigate Deploys on Indo-Pacific Mission
Germany dispatched a frigate to the Indo-Pacific region for the first time in almost 20 years, a move that could put strain on the relationship with China.
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2 August
Afghan Forces Bomb Taliban Fighters to Repel Assaults on Key Cities
Afghan forces fought fierce street battles and bombed Taliban positions while insurgents swarmed major cities as they stepped up their nationwide offensive.
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Jul- 2021 -30 July
Australia Researching Use of Parasites Against Bio-Weapons
Two researchers from Australia have begun studying if parasitic worms can be used to protect soldiers from chemical and bio weapons.
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30 July
USAF Delivers Chinooks to ‘Strengthen Alliance’ With Australia
The United States Air Force has delivered two CH-47F Chinook helicopters to Australia in a gesture to strengthen their alliance.
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30 July
Philippines Says US Military Deal ‘In Full Force Again’
The Philippines has walked back on a decision to end a key military deal with the United States.
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