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Xi's military purge widens: China strips six generals, ex-Politburo member of lawmaker posts

China has removed six top military officers, a former financial regulator, and a former Politburo member from their legislative posts, signaling President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption purge. This move targets the nation's political and military elite, with prominent figures like General Xu Xueqiang, head of military equipment development, among those…

The Times of India

Taiwan detects 6 Chinese naval vessels operating around its territory

Taiwan's defence ministry reported six Chinese navy vessels encircling the island early Wednesday, a day after a similar sighting. Taipei is bolstering its defences, planning to significantly expand its anti-ship missile stockpile by 2029. This comes as Taiwan's first domestically built submarine begins new sea trials, underscoring its commitment to…

The Times of India

‘AI is the key to global power status’: Inside China's race to militarise artificial intelligence

The true extent of China's military AI remains unclear, despite public displays of autonomous drones, AI-powered naval weapons and "robot dogs," experts told Euronews.

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Manipur Police arrest multiple militants; seize contraband including suspected WY tablets

Security forces in Manipur have apprehended multiple active militants from various Valley-Based Insurgent Groups, including PREPAK PRO, PLA, and KCP (MFL). Alongside these arrests, significant contraband, including suspected WY tablets and tobacco products, was seized in coordinated operations across the state.

The Economic Times

Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasion

Taiwan is boosting its missile power to over 1,800 by 2029. This move aims to deter a potential Chinese invasion or blockade. The island is adopting an asymmetric strategy, using numerous affordable yet potent weapons. This includes missiles and drones to counter China's military might. Taiwan seeks to build a…

The Economic Times

Taiwan detects 32 Chinese aircraft, 10 Naval vessels near territory amid rising tensions

Taiwan's ministry of national defence (MoND) said on Thursday that it detected 32 sorties by Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft, along with 10 People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels and five official ships operating around the island up to 6 am (UTC+8). In a post on X, the ministry…

The Times of India

Chinese military has been acquiring Nvidia chips, even post-Washington export controls, research claims — multiple institutions linked to the PLA asked for Nvidia AI chips, according to publicly available documents

A business-intelligence researcher said that the Chinese military has been actively acquiring Nvidia AI chips, even after the U.S. put export controls on them. Public documents show that some institutions ask for these chips either through the specifications they demand or by directly asking for Nvidia chips by name.

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Security forces arrest active PLA cadre, seize weapons cache in Manipur operations

Security forces in Manipur have intensified operations. Significant recoveries of arms and ammunition have been made. Illegal bunkers have been destroyed. Several active cadres from underground organizations have been arrested. The state's law-and-order situation remains normal. Authorities confirmed the safe movement of vehicles carrying essential items.

The Economic Times

Witness to History: Along the 18th Army's historic route into Xizang, villages, bridges and families carry forward memories of unity

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 23, 1951, the Agreement of the Central People's Government and the Local Government of Xizang on Measures for the Peaceful Liberation of Xizang ("17-Article Agreement" for short) was signed in Beijing, marking the peaceful liberation of Xizang. Before that, the 18th Army…

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Taiwan detects 9 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels, 1 ship

Taiwan's defense ministry reported Chinese military activity near its waters. Nine Chinese aircraft and seven vessels were detected on Monday. Earlier, four aircraft and six vessels were observed. Some Chinese aircraft entered Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone. Taiwan's armed forces monitored and responded to the situation. China claims Taiwan as…

The Economic Times

Taiwan detects 16 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, 8 vessels around itself

Taiwan's defense ministry reported sixteen Chinese military aircraft and eight vessels near its waters. Thirteen aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone. This follows a similar incident on Friday with six aircraft and ten vessels. The United States has stated it will address the 'Taiwan problem'.

The Economic Times

Taiwan detects eight PLAN vessels, one official ship around its territorial waters

In a post on 'X', Taiwan's MND said, "8 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around #Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded. No flight path illustration is provided, as we did not detect #PLA aircraft operating around Taiwan during this…

The Economic Times

Trump-Xi summit: Cautious progress on trade, ties and some ‘win-wins’

President Donald Trump departed China on May 15, 2026, after a two-day summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping that was scrutinized from every angle for clues on where the relationship is heading.

The Conversation

Venezuelan Victims of Socialism Are Using RuneScape To Make Money

Venezuelan players mine in-game resources and turn hours of gameplay into dollars or cryptocurrency.

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The Independent UK

Taiwan opposition leader’s China visit will only serve Xi propaganda, experts warn

Cheng Li-wun’s trip to Beijing, the first by a Kuomintang leader in a decade, has sparked concerns it will be used by Xi Jinping to further his ‘One China’ and reunification agenda, experts tell Arpan Rai

International Business Times UK

Will China Bomb Taiwan Soon? Attack Drones Assembled Near Taiwan Strait, Report Says

China's conversion of warplanes into attack drones near Taiwan sparks concerns over potential conflict escalation. Satellite images reveal strategic positioning.

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Chinese military reveals drone wolf pack capable of swarm operations — robot dogs can be equipped with grenade launchers and machine guns for urban combat

The Chinese PLA is showing off its latest drone technologies, including armed robotic dogs that work together as a pack and with other drones, designed to be deployed in modern battlefields.

Tom’s Hardware

Chinese universities performing military research acquired Super Micro servers with sanctioned Nvidia AI chips — public documents reveal purchases were completed in 2025 and 2026 despite US export controls

Public documents revealed that four Chinese universities, including two that worked on military research for the PLA, were able to acquire servers with Nvidia A100 AI chips despite the U.S.'s export controls.

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China stations warplanes converted into attack drones near Taiwan Strait

China’s new warplane-turned-drones could attack in ‘first hours of PLA operation’ against Taiwan, think tank says

The Times of India

16,000 missiles, a vengeful Iran, and an AI race America cannot afford to lose: 2026 threat assessment, explained

The 2026 Annual Threat Assessment warns of escalating global threats: a five-fold rise in missiles targeting the US, Iran seeking revenge, North Korea’s expanding arsenal, and China’s race for AI dominance. While highlighting persistent cyber, space, and nuclear challenges, the report credits Trump for border security and de-escalation efforts, noting…

The Independent UK

US waters down assessment of China’s threat to Taiwan ahead of Trump-Xi summit

Annual Threat Assessment of the US Intelligence Community says Chinese leaders do not currently plan to execute an invasion of Taiwan in 2027

The Independent UK

What to know about the falloff in China's military flights around Taiwan

China has sharply reduced its warplane flights near Taiwan and analysts aren't sure why

The Independent UK

China resumes military flights near Taiwan after seven-day hiatus

Hiatus coincided with start of US-Israeli war against Iran

Latin Times

House Select Committee Says China Is Using More Than 10 Bases In Latin America For 'Military Space Operations'

The House Select Committee on China released a report claiming that the country is using more than 10 bases in Latin America for "military space operations."

The Times of India

PLA in peril: Xi Jinping’s purge cripples China’s military, sparks fears of combat vulnerability

China's military purges are creating significant gaps in its command structure. This is impacting the readiness of the People's Liberation Army. The International Institute for Strategic Studies reports these issues. The purges are expected to continue. China's military spending is also rising in the Indo-Pacific region.

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