The Taiwan defence command conducted its inaugural night-time live-fire exercises on Thursday, focused on preparing the military for the potential threat of an invasion by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) under the cover of darkness.
The development comes just after warships of the US and Canada sailed through the contested waters in the Taiwan Strait on Sunday and following a mega military exercise a week ago by Beijing.
The 5th edition of the India-Oman Joint Military Exercise Al Najah concluded on September 26, 2024, with a closing ceremony attended by top officials from both nations. The event included a joint live-fire demonstration, showcasing the interoperability and tactical capabilities of the Indian
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will witness a synergised demonstration of indigenous defence capabilities in the form of a Tri-Services Live Fire and Manoeuvre Exercise at Pokhran, Rajasthan on Tuesday.
Several Palestinians were hurt after Israeli police opened fire and used tear gas on them while they were participating in a protest on Gaza Strip's eastern border with Israel, reported Al Jazeera.
The three-day live-fire drills started by China in response to Taiwan President Tsai Ing-Wen's recent visit to the US concluded on Monday, Al Jazeera reported.
Beijing's drills on Monday are expected to include live-fire exercises off of China's Fujian province, located only about 80km (50 miles) south of Taiwan's Matsu islands.
On Thursday, CENTCOM chief Gen. Erik Kurilla told lawmakers on the House Armed Services Committee that the counter-UAS drills involved live-fire exercises and allowed for studying complex threats and identifying weaknesses in other areas to counter drone activities.
North Korea fired over 130 Artillery rounds on Monday which fell into the sea off its east and west coast, Yonhap news agency reported citing the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Beijing [China], August 8 (ANI): Chinese military has said it will continue drills near Taiwan focused on anti-submarine and air-to-ship strikes, state media reported on Monday.