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New Meeting Between Turkey, Russia, and Syria Slated for January

The foreign ministers of Turkey, Syria, and Russia will meet "in the second half of January," the Turkish foreign minister said.

South Korea, US Discussing Joint Nuclear Exercises

Seoul and Washington are discussing joint planning and exercises involving US nuclear assets to counter threats from nuclear-armed North.

Ukraine Shoots Down 45 Drones: Air Force

Ukraine shot down 45 drones overnight as the pro-Western country rang in the New Year, the air force said.

China’s Air Incursions Into Taiwan Zone Doubled in 2022

China's warplane incursions into Taiwan's air defense zone nearly doubled in 2022, with a surge in fighter jet and bomber sorties.

Israeli Strikes Put Damascus Airport Out of Service, Kill 2: State Media

The Israeli army carried out a missile strike Monday that put Damascus International Airport out of service and killed two soldiers.

Ukraine Says Repelled Russia Nighttime Drone Attack

Ukraine said it repelled a nighttime drone attack from Russia, a day after Moscow launched a new wave of missile strikes in the run-up to New Year celebrations.

Ten Oil Field Workers Killed in Syria Attack: State Media

An attack in eastern Syria killed 10 oil field workers, state media reported, a day after Syrian Kurdish-led forces announced an offensive against jihadists.

US, Chinese Jets in Close Encounter Over South China Sea

A Chinese fighter jet flew dangerously within 20 feet of a much larger US air force surveillance aircraft over the South China Sea, the US military said.

Lockheed to Upgrade Aegis Weapon System for Guam Deployment

The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a $527 million contract to upgrade the Aegis Weapon System for Guam deployment.

Royal Australian Air Force to Receive New Bulk Fuel Facility

The Royal Australian Air Force will develop a bulk fuel infrastructure in the country’s Northern Territory.

Iran to Hold Military Exercises Near Strait of Hormuz

Iran's army begins military exercises in strategic southern regions east of the Strait of Hormuz, state news reported.

Belarus Says Shot Down Missile Launched From Ukraine

Belarus said its air defense shot down a missile launched from Ukrainian territory, in the first such incident reported by Minsk since the start of Moscow's Ukraine offensive.

Sikorsky Challenges US Army Future Helicopter Contract With Bell

Sikorsky has filed a protest regarding the US Army’s decision to award a contract for its next-generation helicopter to Textron’s Bell.

Putin Oversees Launch of New Warships, Submarines

President Putin oversaw the commissioning of several new warships and a nuclear-powered submarine as he vowed to further strengthen Russia's navy.

Philippines, China Move to Avoid ‘Miscalculation’ in Disputed Sea

The Philippines and China will establish direct communication to avoid "miscommunication" in the hotly disputed South China Sea.

Australian Military Research Facilities Receive Equipment Upgrade

Australia has invested $21.5 million to upgrade its military research facilities with modernized capabilities.