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In 2024, Michael Swaine wrote, “How to Stop the United States and China from Sliding into War,” where he identified areas that could increase the possibility of an armed conflict between the United States and China. Two years later, after recent talks between President Trump and President Xi, we asked Michael to revisit his arguments.Image: U.S. Department of StateIn your 2024 article, you flagged a rising possibility of major armed conflict between China and the United States. That was before American forces became militarily involved in Iran. Does that involvement change your calculus? And critically — does it deter Beijing,…

News June 03, 2026 Dan Taylor Technology Editor Military Embedded Systems Image via Shield AI ATHENS, Greece. Shield AI signed a procurement agreement with the Hellenic Army to provide additional V-BAT vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) for maritime domain awareness missions across the Aegean Sea, the company announced in a statement. The Hellenic Army currently uses V-BAT aircraft for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, the statement reads. The additional systems are intended to support maritime awareness and security in areas where runway-based aircraft can be harder to operate, including islands, coastlines, and maritime environments, the company says.…

Former UFC flyweight contender Muhammad Mokaev believes he beats current UFC champion Joshua Van with ease. British Dagestani remains one of the best flyweights on the planet yet is still awaiting a return to the premier MMA organisation. The 25 year old boasts a 15-0 professional record with an unbeaten amateur pedigree that stands amongst the best, 23-0. The hype coming into his UFC debut back in March 2022 was warranted and he could not have asked for a more explosive debut victory against Cody Durden. LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 19: (L-R) Muhammad Mokaev of England celebrates his victory over…

People’s Daily Online (Xinhua) 13:25, June 03, 2026 WASHINGTON, June 2 (Xinhua) — U.S. forces on Tuesday disabled an unladen oil tanker that was trying to sail toward Iran’s Kharg Island, the U.S. Central Command said. A U.S. warplane fired a Hellfire missile into the engine room of the Botswana-flagged tanker, the M/T Lexie, as it transited international waters toward the major Iranian oil hub in the Persian Gulf, the command said in a statement on X. “The ship’s crew ignored repeated warnings, failing to comply with directions from U.S. forces multiple times over a 24-hour period,” said the statement.…

The future of naval shipbuilding could be described as the ability to transform proven solutions into continuously evolving platforms. Fincantieri’s FCx30 embodies this approach: a mature, flexible and future-ready surface combatant, designed to integrate new sensors, weapons and digital tools in accordance with mission requirements throughout its service life. Sponsored by The FCx30 is rooted in a proven operational and industrial heritage, shaped by Fincantieri’s long-standing presence in the Gulf region and history of successful naval programmes delivered to regional customers. This expertise reached new heights in Qatar, where Fincantieri acted as the prime contractor for one of the largest…

Taufkirchen/Berlin (Germany), 03 June 2026 – At ILA Berlin (10–14 June 2026), HENSOLDT, as a European neo-systems house, will demonstrate how sensor data from various platforms and domains is used to create a reliable situational picture and thus decision-making superiority. The focus of the exhibition at the Defence Park (Stand G-200) will be on various thematic areas that bring to life the jourey from detection to effect. Centre for Multi-Domain Information Dominance HENSOLDT is unveiling its Battle Lab to the public for the first time: a demonstration environment in which the multi-domain networking of sensors, effectors and command levels is…

Dr Brent J. Steele is the Francis D. Wormuth Presidential Chair and University Distinguished Professor of Political Science at the University of Utah. He has been the co-editor in chief of Global Studies Quarterly, a journal of the International Studies Association, since its inception in 2020. Before moving to Utah, he was at the University of Kansas from 2005-2013. He is the author of Vicarious Identity in International Relations (Oxford University Press, 2021), with Chris Browning and Pertti Joenniemi, and Restraint in International Politics (Cambridge University Press, 2019), which co-won the ISA Theory section book award for 2020. His most…

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The Royal Thai Navy have chosen C295 to complement the Army and Air Force, which GlobalData claim will cut down on ancillary costs.

The UK could be abotut to publish its Defence Investment Plan. Credit: Mr Changezi via Shutterstock.com Overdue DIP frustrating UK SMEs, amid Labour infighting and election concerns Reported £28bn funding gap fuels MoD–Treasury clash Most likely: partial funding—protect nuclear/GCAP and boost munitions and drones, while delaying or cutting conventional kit and personnel The new deadline set by the UK Government to publish its own – long-delayed – Defence Investment Plan (DIP), could finally provide an answer as to the expected winners and losers, both in terms of industry and the military services they supply. In a 1 June parliamentary written response…