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Chinese Military Shares Video Threatening To Nuke Japan, Start Full Scale War If Country Defends Taiwan

Source + HD Editor’s Note - July 16, 2021

Xi’s Mao-Esque Speech Warns Nations of ‘Broken Heads’ If They Oppose China

Source + HD Editor’s Note - July 4, 2021

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Massive Exercise In Black Sea With US Comes After Russia Warning

Source - June 26, 2021

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Russian Navy Conducts Massive Drills in Pacific: Report

Source + HD Editor’s Note - June 16, 2021

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Chinese Military Shares Video Threatening To Nuke Japan, Start Full Scale War If Country Defends Taiwan

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Xi’s Mao-Esque Speech Warns Nations of ‘Broken Heads’ If They Oppose China

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Massive Exercise In Black Sea With US Comes After Russia Warning

Russian Navy Conducts Massive Drills in Pacific: Report

Russia Deploys Three Nuclear-Capable Bombers to Syria

BREAKING: 12+ Iranian Gunboats Swarm 6 U.S. Warships, Dozens Of Warning Shots Fired

Russia Fires Supersonic Anti-Ship Cruise Missile in ‘Signal to NATO’

EU foreign policy chief: Russia amassing over 150,000 troops along Ukraine borders, in Crimea

Franklin Graham: Wars And Rumours Of Wars At Home And Abroad

Taiwan Records Largest Ever Incursion By Chinese Air Force With 25 Planes Monday

Ukraine Conflict: Moscow Could ‘Defend’ Russia-Backed Rebels

Russia’s Lavrov Warns Efforts to Escalate Conflict In East Ukraine Could ‘Destroy’ It

Xi Orders Military to Heighten Sense of Urgency, Make Ready for War

Israel Updating Plans for Potential Iran Strike, May ‘Act Independently’: Minister

China Slams British “Brazen Thieves” As Hong Kongers Made Eligible For UK Citizenship

In Alarming Close Call, Chinese Fighters & US Aircraft Entered Same Defense Zone Off Taiwan

China Tells Taiwan ‘Independence Means War’ As Rival Wargames Ongoing

15 Chinese Aircraft Enter Taiwan Air Defense Zone For 2nd Day As US Carrier Roosevelt Approaches

Iran Tells South Korea Not To Politicize Seized Vessel; Demands $7 Billion

China Warns Of Retaliation For NYSE’s Delisting Of Companies

US Braces for Potential Iranian Attack in Iraq as the Anniversary of Soleimani’s Death Approaches

Russia Tests Anti-Satellite Missile In Pursuit to Make Space a ‘Warfighting Domain,’ US Officials Say

Russian Airstrikes Obliterate Turkish-Backed ‘Rebel’ Camp In Idlib, Killing Over 60

US Threatens to Destroy Iranian Missiles Shipped to Venezuela

China Warns Americans Could be Arrested over DOJ Prosecution of Chinese Scholars: Report

Iranian-Sponsored Attacks on Bahrain Expected to Increase Amid New Relationship with Israel

Potential Withdrawal of US Diplomats from Iraq Leads to Speculation of War

US Issues Sweeping Sanctions That Target Iranian Arms industry

Russia Deploys Three Nuclear-Capable Bombers to Syria

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The bombers’ deployment marks the first time since Cold War times that Moscow has stationed heavy bombers in the region.

BREAKING: 12+ Iranian Gunboats Swarm 6 U.S. Warships, Dozens Of Warning Shots Fired

Wars and Rumours of Wars

“Over a dozen Iranian gunboats harass formation of six U.S. warships including guided-missile submarine Georgia"

Russia Fires Supersonic Anti-Ship Cruise Missile in ‘Signal to NATO’

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Russia's Navy has test-fired a supersonic anti-ship cruise missile in the Black Sea in a show of force ahead of NATO military exercises.

EU foreign policy chief: Russia amassing over 150,000 troops along Ukraine borders, in Crimea

Europe

"It is the highest Russian military deployment at Ukrainian borders ever," Borrell said after talks involving Ukraine's foreign minister.

Franklin Graham: Wars And Rumours Of Wars At Home And Abroad

Distress of Nations

"Even though the times are perilous and there may be “wars and rumors of wars,” as Christians we don’t have to be fearful."

Taiwan Records Largest Ever Incursion By Chinese Air Force With 25 Planes Monday

Wars and Rumours of Wars

China continues its muscle-flexing near Taiwan, this time sending an unprecedentedly large group of aircraft to breach Taiwan's defense zone.

Ukraine Conflict: Moscow Could ‘Defend’ Russia-Backed Rebels

Wars and Rumours of Wars

As Russian-backed separatist rebels and Ukrainian troops clash in the east of the country and Russia is building up troops on the border.

Russia’s Lavrov Warns Efforts to Escalate Conflict In East Ukraine Could ‘Destroy’ It

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Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov warned that any efforts to escalate the conflict in eastern Ukraine could eventually "destroy" the country.

Xi Orders Military to Heighten Sense of Urgency, Make Ready for War

Asia

The Chinese President is telling the military to focus on strengthening combat readiness as he warns of uncertainties domestically & abroad.

Israel Updating Plans for Potential Iran Strike, May ‘Act Independently’: Minister

Middle East

The Israeli military is currently updating plans for a prospective military strike on Iranian nuclear sites and may act without U.S. support

China Slams British “Brazen Thieves” As Hong Kongers Made Eligible For UK Citizenship

Asia

Beijing: "This is the logic of a brazen bandit. This is an open affront to the sovereignty of China. We sternly oppose that."

In Alarming Close Call, Chinese Fighters & US Aircraft Entered Same Defense Zone Off Taiwan

Asia

Over the past week tensions have been soaring in the South China Sea and near Taiwan given the increased presence of both Chinese and...

China Tells Taiwan ‘Independence Means War’ As Rival Wargames Ongoing

Asia

After China sent aircrafts into Taiwan's airspace, amid soaring tensions, they are now warning that Taiwan "independence means war"

15 Chinese Aircraft Enter Taiwan Air Defense Zone For 2nd Day As US Carrier Roosevelt Approaches

Asia

One day after China's military undertook one of its biggest Taiwan "flyovers" yet, China air force planes entered Taiwan’s ADIZ for a 2nd day

Iran Tells South Korea Not To Politicize Seized Vessel; Demands $7 Billion

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Iran said S. Korea should avoid politicizing seizure of its vessel by IRGC, while pressing Seoul to release $7 billion in funds

China Warns Of Retaliation For NYSE’s Delisting Of Companies

Asia

China said it would take necessary countermeasures after New York Stock Exchange’s announcement it would delist three major Chinese telecoms

US Braces for Potential Iranian Attack in Iraq as the Anniversary of Soleimani’s Death Approaches

Middle East

McKenzie: We do not seek conflict, but no one should underestimate our ability to defend our forces or to act decisively in response to any attack.

Russia Tests Anti-Satellite Missile In Pursuit to Make Space a ‘Warfighting Domain,’ US Officials Say

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The anti-satellite missile was tested Tuesday; Kremlin has, to date, demonstrated 2 different types of space weapons, US Space Command said

Russian Airstrikes Obliterate Turkish-Backed ‘Rebel’ Camp In Idlib, Killing Over 60

Globe

Syria heats up again, as Russian jets on Monday pounded a camp full of Turkish-backed militants in Idlib, killing at least 60.

US Threatens to Destroy Iranian Missiles Shipped to Venezuela

Distress of Nations

Senior admin. official: US warns it will destroy potential Iranian long-range missile shipments delivered to the Maduro regime in Venezuela

China Warns Americans Could be Arrested over DOJ Prosecution of Chinese Scholars: Report

Asia

China officials warn US counterparts they may detain US nationals in response to DOJ prosecution of Chinese military-affiliated scholars

Iranian-Sponsored Attacks on Bahrain Expected to Increase Amid New Relationship with Israel

Israel & Middle East

The Islamic Republic was quick to issue threats towards the small Gulf State following announcement of new diplomatic ties with Israel.

Potential Withdrawal of US Diplomats from Iraq Leads to Speculation of War

Middle East

Concerns of a coming military conflict between Iran and the US are growing after Pompeo threatened to close embassy, withdraw US diplomats.

US Issues Sweeping Sanctions That Target Iranian Arms industry

Israel & Middle East

The Trump admin announced a series of new sanctions that target Iran’s arms industry as a part of the “maximum pressure” campaign.

Report: India, China Have Fired at Each Other Three Times in Less than a Month

Asia

Times of India reported Wednesday that Indian and Chinese troops have fired shots at each other at least three times in less than a month.

Amid Concern Over Iranian Plot to Assassinate a US Official, Trump Issues Strong Warning

Africa

POTUS released a very strong warning via twitter, warning Iran of the consequences they’d face should they target American personnel.

13 Israelis Injured by Rocket Fire as Peace Deals Signed

Israel & Middle East

13 people were injured by Rocket fire from Gaza into southern Israel as Netanyahu signed normalization deals with the UAE and Bahrain.

Chinese Military Calls US ‘Destroyer of World Peace’ Following Critical DOD Report

Asia

China calls US “the destroyer of world peace” after critical DOD report said china’s military buildup aims to “revise” international order.

India Test Fires ‘NextGen Hypersonic Weapon’ As Border Tensions With China Surge

Asia

As military standoff between India & China intensifies, Indian's military test-fired new class of weapons that can travel at hypersonic speeds

Iranian Air Defense Systems Reportedly Deployed Near Border of Lebanon & Syria

Israel & Middle East

Reports reveal Iranian air defense systems deployed near border between Syria & Lebanon to target Israeli aircraft seeking to enter the area

China Planning to Double its Stockpile of Nuclear Warheads: Pentagon

Asia

Pentagon: China likely planning to double stockpile of nuclear warheads this decade, including ballistic missiles that can reach the US

India Accuses China’s Military of ‘Provocative’ Movements Near Disputed Border

Asia

India accuses China of making “provocative” military moves near disputed border just months after deadly incident between the countries.

China Fires Missiles in South China Sea ‘In Warning to US’ After Plane Entered No-Fly Zone

Asia

Beijing launches 2 medium-range missiles into South China Sea in a scathing warning to the US, as tensions between the superpowers soar.

Report: Iran Claims it has New Cruise Missiles & Advanced Drones

Middle East

Iran claims to unveil new missiles and drones this week named for Muhandis and Soleimani, who the US killed in January in Baghdad.

Trump Says US Intends to Trigger ‘Snapback’ of UN Sanctions on Iran

Middle East

Trump announces plans to intend “snapback” sanctions on Iran, days after UN Security Council failed to extend a soon-to expire arms embargo.

Greece Puts Military on High Alert After Turkish Research Ship Enters Controversial Waters

Europe

Turkish research vessel went into controversial waters, leading to precautionary military measures by Greece; Turkish F-16s spotted accompanying the vessel

IDF Thwarts Hezbollah Terror Cell Infiltration Along Border with Lebanon

Israel & Middle East

The IDF thwarted a Hezbollah terror attack near Mount Dov along the border with Lebanon on Monday; IDF spokesman: "We have some tense days ahead."

Explosions Reported on Iran’s Qeshm Island Over the Weekend – Possible Israeli Strike

Distress of Nations

Islamic Republic experienced more explosions Saturday on one of its southern islands; Possibility of an Israeli strike on an underground missile facility.

Putin Pledges New Hypersonic & Underwater Nuclear Weapons: Report

Top Story

Putin reveals Russian navy will be armed with hypersonic nuclear strike weapons, underwater nuclear drones, currently in the final phase of testing.

Massive Explosion at Iraqi Base Linked to Iranian-Backed Militias

Distress of Nations

An Iraqi military base that has a large ammunition dump exploded on Sunday; In this context the explosion adds fuel to the fire of tensions.

Iran Condemns US After Warplane Fly-by Panics Iranian Airliner Passengers

Middle East

Iran said a US fighter jet "harassed" a civilian airliner in an act of terrorism, dismissing US account that the jet was conducting a visual inspection

China Harboring Military-Linked Biologist Fugitive at San Francisco Consulate, FBI Says

Asia

FBI: Chinese consulate in San Francisco is harboring biology researcher who falsely denied connections to Chinese military to obtain visa, gain access to US

China Threatens Retaliation After US Serves Eviction Notice to Chinese Consulate in Houston

Asia

China condemns what it called an “unprecedented escalation" by the US & threatened to retaliate after it was ordered to close Chinese consulate in Houston.

Iran Executes ‘US & Israeli spy’ As a Message to Washington

Middle East

“A Mossad spy was hanged,” Iran’s Fars News reported Monday morning. Iran accused Mahmoud Mousavi-Majd of being “linked to both Mossad and the CIA,...

Russia, Turkey & Iran Coordinate Anti-US Syria Policy, Slamming Israel

Middle East

Russia, Turkey & Iran held a meeting to coordinate efforts in Syria; Their goals appeared aimed at undermining the US role in Syria & condemnation of Israel

Satellite Imagery Shows China Building Up Military Presence in Galwan Valley Days After Deadly Clash with India

Asia

satellite imagery from disputed border area of the Himalayas between China and India shows evidence China has been building up its military presence.

China FURY: World on brink as India taunts Beijing over secret deaths

Asia

BEIJING has deleted online news detailing the real death toll from the deadly clash with India in the Galwan Valley, censoring comments by India's PM Modi.

Indian Troops Given ‘Fire At Will’ Orders Against Chinese Troops If Threatened, Enraging Beijing

Asia

Beijing enraged over Indian media reports its Army was given orders to shoot or use "complete freedom of action" in hostile engagements with Chinese forces.

Iran Destroys Targets at Distance of 170 Miles in Recent Cruise Missile Test

Middle East

Iran’s Navy successfully struck targets in Gulf of Oman & Indian Ocean during a recent cruise missile test; Claims missiles can outreach distance of test.