North Korea criticizes US for supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine, KCNA says

    North Korea criticizes US for supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine, KCNA says

    North Korea criticized the United States for supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine, as reported by state media KCNA. The U.S. official confirmed the shipment of missiles to Ukraine for its defense against Russia. North Korea's Ministry of National Defence expressed concern over the supply, stating that the U.S. could not defeat Russia with such support. The statement comes amid growing military ties between North Korea and Russia, seen by the U.S. and its allies as a source of escalating tensions in the Korean Peninsula.

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    Maritime Security: Indian Coast Guard seizes 173 kg of drugs in anti-narcotics operation:Image

    Maritime Security: Indian Coast Guard seizes 173 kg of drugs in anti-narcotics operation

    Indian Coast Guard and ATS Gujarat conducted a successful joint operation, intercepting an Indian fishing boat at sea and seizing 173 kg of narcotics. This operation follows other recent interceptions, including the seizure of a Pakistani fishing boat with 86 kg of drugs, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.

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    Indian Navy rescues Panama-flagged crude oil tanker crew after missile attack

    Indian Navy's destroyer INS Kochi swiftly responded to a missile attack on the Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MV Andromeda Star by Houthi militants, ensuring the safety of its 30 crew members, including 22 Indians. The attack, part of a series of incidents in the Red Sea, highlighted the Navy's commitment to maritime security in the region.

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    Likely attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels targets a vessel in the Red Sea:Image

    Likely attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels targets a vessel in the Red Sea

    Yemen's Houthi rebels are suspected of attacking a vessel in the Red Sea near Mokha, Yemen, in their latest assault on international shipping. The attack, not immediately acknowledged by the Houthis, prompted the UK Maritime Trade Operations center to issue a cautionary notice. The rebels claim their attacks aim to pressure Israel to end its conflict with Hamas, despite a recent decline in attacks due to a U.S.-led airstrike campaign in Yemen. The rebels recently claimed to have shot down a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone.

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    RTX beats estimates on military demand, aviation strength

    RTX, a major aerospace and defense company, surpassed first-quarter earnings expectations due to demand for missile defense systems and a strong commercial aftermarket business. The aftermarket business benefited from airlines extending the service life of aircraft amid the recovery in air travel and limited availability of new planes. Pratt and Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX, reported a sales increase of 23%, despite ongoing inspections for potentially flawed components in its GTF jet engines.

    Indian Army gets portable Igla-S Air defence system; Here's all about next-gen missiles to be deployed at China, Pakistan borders:Image

    Indian Army gets portable Igla-S Air defence system; Here's all about next-gen missiles to be deployed at China, Pakistan borders

    The Indian Army has received the first batch of Igla-S Man Portable Air Defence Systems (MANPADS) from Russia, part of a larger deal for 120 launchers and 400 missiles. These systems enhance the Army's Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) capabilities, particularly in high mountainous terrain along the northern border. The procurement includes domestic production in India, with one regiment already deploying the systems. This acquisition replaces outdated Igla-1M systems and aligns with plans for future indigenous VSHORAD advancements.

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