A race against time': Taiwan strives to root out China's spies
Accusations of Taiwanese soldiers accepting bribes from Chinese agents to create propaganda videos and declare loyalty to China have surfaced.
A retired army colonel has been convicted of accepting payments to delay retirement and serve as a spy for China, pledging his loyalty to Beijing's cause of annexing Taiwan. [ more ]
China steps up military pressure on Taiwan after US visit DW 01/27/2024
China sends 33 fighter jets and 6 naval vessels towards Taiwan, marking the biggest deployment since Taiwan elected a pro-independence president.
Increased military pressure from Beijing comes after the visit of two US Congressmen to Taiwan, the first official US delegation since Taiwan's election. [ more ]
In talks with US, China says it will never compromise' on Taiwan
Chinese military officials assert that Beijing will never compromise on the issue of Taiwan during talks with their US counterparts.
China also urged the US to reduce its military presence and provocative actions in the South China Sea, and to stop supporting violations by individual countries. [ more ]
Why are European defence leaders talking about war?
European defence ministers and armed forces fear the possibility of Donald Trump becoming the next US president and Russia not being forced out of Ukraine.
There are growing concerns that Europe could find itself involved in a war with Russia and tensions in the Middle East continue to rise. [ more ]
Ukraine marked the third Easter at war with Russia; drones attacked east, injuring many. Ukrainian air force downed most drones but casualties occurred. [ more ]
Charles de Gaulle's eldest son, Philippe de Gaulle, dies aged 102
Philippe de Gaulle, son of Charles de Gaulle, has passed away at 102. He played a significant role in the military, politics, and preserving his father's memory. [ more ]
Russia says military plane crashes with 15 on board DW 03/12/2024
Military cargo plane crash in Russia's Ivanovo region with no survivors, likely cause engine fire.
Eight crew members and seven passengers on board the Ilyushin Il-76 military cargo plane. Multiple unverified videos and photos circulated on Russian social networks. [ more ]
Adding generative AI to wargame training can improve realism, but not without risk
The military is exploring the use of AI in virtual reality simulations to create more challenging adversaries.
The updated DOD AI Adoption Strategy calls for integrating AI into military operations to improve decision-making and provide an advantage over adversaries. [ more ]
AI systems made by OpenAI and Meta chose war in conflict simulations
AI models in a recent study exhibited a preference for violence and nuclear attacks in simulated war scenarios.
There are concerns over the use of AI-enabled software for decision-making in the military, given the potential for escalation and unpredictability. [ more ]
OpenAI Axes Ban on Military Contracts, Reveals Deal With Pentagon
OpenAI is working with the US Defense Department on open-source cybersecurity software and exploring ways to prevent veteran suicide.
OpenAI has reversed its previous blanket prohibition on working with the military but maintains a ban on using its technology for developing weapons or harming people. [ more ]
What happened in the Russia-Ukraine war this week? Catch up with the must-read news and analysis
President Zelenskiy requested the resignation of Ukraine's top general, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, but the request was refused.
Zaluzhnyi led the Ukrainian army in defending Kyiv and recapturing lost territory during the Russian invasion, but a counteroffensive last summer failed to make further gains. [ more ]
Trump Hints At Expanded Military Role Within The Country. A Legacy Law Could Let Him.
Donald Trump suggests he would use the military to quell violence in primarily Democratic cities and states if elected for a second term as president.
Trump has not specified how he would use the military, but the Insurrection Act would give him almost unfettered power to do so.
The Insurrection Act allows presidents to call on reserve or active-duty military units to respond to unrest in states, bypassing court review. [ more ]
For Europe and NATO, a Russian Invasion Is No Longer Unthinkable
Concerns are rising among European nations that Russia could invade a NATO nation within the next decade, and that they may have to face Russian forces without US support.
Some officials and experts believe that if a conclusion to the war in Ukraine is reached, Russia could potentially invade a NATO nation within five years, as it would have had time to rebuild and strengthen its military. [ more ]
A Russian military transport plane carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war crashed near the Ukrainian border.
Ukraine accuses Russia of trying to discredit them over the crash and continues to target military transport aircraft it believes are carrying missiles. [ more ]
Emissions from Israel's war in Gaza have immense' effect on climate catastrophe
The emissions generated during the first two months of the war in Gaza were greater than the annual carbon footprint of over 20 climate-vulnerable nations.
Israel's aerial bombardment and ground invasion of Gaza contributed over 99% of the estimated 281,000 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent generated in the first 60 days of the conflict. [ more ]
Putin unveils new Russian nuclear submarines to flex naval muscle beyond Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin inaugurated two new nuclear-powered submarines to reinforce the country's military-naval might.
The submarines, named Krasnoyarsk and Emperor Alexander III, represent the pinnacle of Russian maritime power, with capabilities for launching cruise missiles and hypersonic missiles and firing nuclear missiles. [ more ]
How Chinese aggression is increasing the risk of war in the Taiwan Strait
China's aggressive activities around Taiwan are fueling fears of a potential war involving the United States.
Communication channels between the U.S. and China will be a key topic of discussion in the upcoming meeting between President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
China's military has increased intercepts against U.S. surveillance aircraft in the Pacific in the past two years. [ more ]