The U.S. government has released intelligence alleging that China conducted a secret nuclear test in 2020 at its Lop Nur site, detected as a small 2.75-magnitude seismic event in Kazakhstan. Christopher Yeaw, assistant secretary for arms control and nonproliferation, described the tremor as “quite consistent” with a nuclear explosion, though independent experts caution that the evidence is limited and inconclusive. Ben Dando of NORSAR noted … Continue reading U.S. releases new details on alleged secret Chinese nuclear test

United States Southern Command said it carried out strikes on three suspected drug-smuggling boats in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean, killing 11 people. The military claimed the vessels were operating along known trafficking routes and were run by designated terrorist organizations, though it has not released supporting evidence. The strikes are part of a broader campaign that has involved more than 40 operations and over … Continue reading Military strikes three more alleged drug boats in Pacific, Caribbean

The United States has moved more than 50 fighter jets to the Middle East within the past 24 hours as part of a growing military buildup near Iran. Independent flight trackers observed F-16, F-22, and F-35 aircraft heading to the region. The buildup comes amid indirect nuclear negotiations, with a U.S. official telling The Jerusalem Post that recent talks in Geneva showed progress but significant … Continue reading US sends over 50 fighter jets to Middle East in military buildup against Iran

Italy’s famous “Lovers’ Arch” on the Adriatic coast collapsed on Valentine’s Day after days of heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas, officials said. The natural arch, part of the Sant’Andrea sea stacks near Melendugno in Puglia, had long been a popular spot for proposals and tourist photos. Mayor Maurizio Cisternino called the collapse a “very hard blow” for the area’s image and tourism. Authorities … Continue reading ‘Lovers’ Arch’ collapses on Valentine’s Day on Italy’s Adriatic coast

The United States plans to deploy additional advanced missile systems to the Philippines to deter potential aggression in the South China Sea, amid growing tensions with China. U.S. and Philippine officials condemned Beijing’s “illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive activities” and outlined joint defense plans, including military exercises and support for Philippine military modernization. China has protested previous U.S. deployments, including the Typhon mid-range missile system … Continue reading US plans to deploy more missile launchers to the Philippines despite China’s alarm

A group of 34 Australian women and children attempting to leave Syria’s Roj camp for repatriation were turned back on Monday after Syrian authorities said their travel procedures were incomplete. The families, from 11 households, had planned to travel from the camp near the Iraq border to Damascus and then fly to Australia, accompanied by relatives who had traveled from home. Roj camp, controlled by … Continue reading Australians with alleged IS ties are turned back after departing Syrian camp

Iran fired live missiles toward the Strait of Hormuz as nuclear talks with the United States began in Geneva, escalating tensions in the region. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that while a U.S. warship in the Gulf is dangerous, Iran possesses weapons capable of sinking it. The negotiations, described by Iranian state media as indirect, are focused solely on Iran’s nuclear program amid increased … Continue reading Iran fires missiles, Khamenei threatens to sink US warship as nuke talks start