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Tension in Kangerlussuaq: Greenland Town Uneasy as NATO Forces Rally and U.S. Rhetoric Stokes Fears
Denmark has declared a temporary military zone in Kangerlussuaq as a NATO-led "Arctic Endurance" exercise brings multiple European forces to Greenland, prompting local anxiety. Residents and Greenlandic officials welcome security cooperation in principle but warn that rhetoric suggesting external control of the island risks undermining sovereignty and fueling opposition.
New F-35 Deliveries Arrive Without Radar, Exposing Production and Readiness Fault Lines
A report says Lockheed Martin delivered recent F-35s without AN/APG-85 radars, and the mounting differences prevent fitting the earlier AN/APG-81 as a substitute. The deliveries could constrain the jets' combat roles, strain depots and suppliers, and prompt political and allied scrutiny of the F-35 programme.
South Korea Eyes Drone 'Aircraft Carriers' — 42,000‑Ton Design Signals New Naval Strategy
South Korea displayed designs for unmanned aircraft carriers, including a 42,000‑ton concept, and plans to upgrade existing amphibious ships to operate drones and coordinate manned‑unmanned missions. The initiative signals a doctrinal shift toward drone‑centric naval power, with implications for regional deterrence, industrial capacity and alliance interoperability.
Sifting Sand for Bones: Gazans Search for Lost Kin as Recovery Efforts Stall
Gazans are manually searching collapsed buildings for the remains of relatives due to limited access to heavy machinery and restricted recovery operations since the October 2025 ceasefire. Local authorities say roughly 8,000 people remain under rubble while only about 700 bodies have been recovered, underscoring both humanitarian and forensic challenges in post-conflict recovery.
China’s Military Pitches Readiness Over Reunion: A New‑Year Showcase of Constant Vigilance
State military media have showcased PLA units maintaining high vigilance through the Lunar New Year, emphasizing continuous readiness across coastal, maritime and high‑altitude frontiers. The coverage blends technical preparedness with intensified political training, signaling to domestic and international audiences that the armed forces see sustained alertness as standard practice.
From Fujian to '004': China Pushes Ahead with a 120,000‑Ton Nuclear Supercarrier
China has begun rapid construction of a new carrier, hull 004, projected at about 120,000 tonnes and likely nuclear‑powered. The ship would carry a significantly larger air wing and upgraded flight‑deck systems, enabling longer deployments and higher sortie rates that expand Beijing’s ability to project naval power.
Pentagon Readies Second Carrier Strike Group — George H.W. Bush — for Possible Middle East Deployment
The Pentagon has directed a second carrier strike group, centered on USS George H.W. Bush, to prepare for deployment to the Middle East, with a likely departure from the U.S. East Coast in about two weeks. The decision sharpens U.S. naval presence in the region, signaling deterrence while imposing logistical and strategic trade-offs for American forces juggling global commitments.
Trump’s Final Warning to Tehran: Military Pressure, Israeli Backing and a Russian Plea for Restraint
President Trump warned on February 10 that Washington would use military force if Iran does not agree to a tougher nuclear framework that also curbs missiles and regional proxies. Israel has reinforced US resolve by sharing intelligence, while Iran vows destructive retaliation and Russia urges diplomacy to avoid wider war.
Munich’s Mood Shift: Europe Grapples with a World ‘Being Destroyed’ and Seeks New Equilibriums
The 2026 Munich Security Conference adopts a markedly bleaker tone, saying the international order is “being destroyed” and signalling a shift from trans‑Atlantic coordination to European efforts at strategic autonomy. Practical, sectoral issues — technology, supply chains and energy — have risen in prominence, and China’s role at the conference has expanded from political foil to potential partner on concrete challenges.
At Home for New Year, PLA Stresses It’s Always Battle-Ready
Chinese military media have spotlighted a theme of intensified combat readiness over the Spring Festival, showing front-line units from coastal missile crews to high-altitude sentries staying on duty. The coverage ties operational readiness to political training and organizational strengthening, sending both domestic reassurances and external deterrent signals amid ongoing regional tensions.
Beijing Dismisses Lai Ching-te’s Overtures as a ‘Doomed’ Bid for Independence
China’s Foreign Ministry condemned DPP leader Lai Ching‑te for seeking foreign support for Taiwanese independence, calling such efforts futile and labelling him a provocateur. The exchange follows Lai’s outreach to Japan and highlights Beijing’s use of sharp rhetoric to deter Taipei’s international engagements while signalling resolve to domestic and international audiences.
Beijing Warns of 'Annihilation' After Reports Taiwan Might Forward-Deploy HIMARS and Consider Pre‑Emptive Strikes
China’s defence ministry rejected Taiwanese proposals to forward‑deploy HIMARS rocket systems and entertain pre‑emptive strikes, warning any attempt to provoke conflict would be met with annihilation. The exchange deepens cross‑Strait tensions, highlighting the risks of forward deployments, tight decision timelines, and potential miscalculation with the United States watching closely.