Pacific

MILITARY 2 days ago

US forces interdict another fugitive tanker ship in Indian Ocean

U.S. forces intercept fugitive oil tanker "Bertha" in Indian Ocean as President Donald Trump's sanctions blockade reaches global waters, officials announced Tuesday.

Narco-Terror 5 days ago

US military kills 3 in latest strike on a suspected drug vessel in the Pacific

The U.S. military killed three alleged narco-terrorists in a Pacific strike on a suspected drug vessel, bringing the total casualties to 147 in 42 operations.

China February 17

US moves to expand missiles in Philippines, putting China within range

U.S. expands advanced missile deployments in northern Philippines, positioning Tomahawk-capable systems within 1,000+ miles of Chinese military assets.

Travel February 14

Amtrak adding over 80 new trains in massive overhaul of fleet; travelers react

Amtrak will unveil new Airo trains this summer, marking the largest fleet replacement since 1971. The $8 billion modernization brings significant upgrades, and travelers weighed in.

China February 8

Congressional commission warns China's Pacific infrastructure projects could pose a military threat

Congressional commission chair and vice chair warn Chinese-funded runways and ports across the Pacific Islands may provide future military access for Beijing

China January 28

China infiltrates key Pacific territory of Micronesia with infrastructure projects as US urged to act

China opens new runway in Micronesia's Yap islands, raising serious U.S. defense concerns in this strategically vital Pacific region amid growing tensions.

MILITARY January 23

US forces strike vessel allegedly tied to narco-terror group killing 2 as crews search for lone survivor

U.S. forces killed two suspected narco-terrorists in an Eastern Pacific strike on an alleged terrorist vessel. One survivor prompted a search and rescue operation.

China January 20

Trump admin sought redactions on key China war game report warning of US military readiness gaps

A new report warns the U.S. could lose the ability to sustain combat within weeks of a China war over Taiwan, as munitions run dry, logistics collapse and global markets face a $10T shock.

China January 1

China’s global aggression check: Taiwan tensions, military posturing and US response in 2025

China-Taiwan tensions reach new heights as Beijing conducts largest military drills, responding to massive $11 billion U.S. arms package for Taipei.

China December 29

China surrounds Taiwan with warships, fighter jets in largest military drills on record

China launches largest military drills ever around Taiwan as war tensions spike following record $11.1 billion U.S. arms sale to the island nation.