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22 July

Death Toll in Bangladesh Fighter Jet Crash Rises to 27

At least 27 people, mostly children, were killed after a Bangladeshi fighter jet crashed into a school in the capital Dhaka, a government official said Tuesday, updating an earlier toll of at least 20 dead.

20 July

Singaporean armed forces in ship control room at sea.

Staff Writer With AFP

Singapore Military Helps Battle Cyberattack: Minister

Units in Singapore's military have been called in to help combat a cyberattack against critical infrastructure, the country's defense minister said.

18 July

KF-21 Boramae fighter jet. Photo: Korea Aerospace Industries

Rojoef Manuel

S.Korea Boramae Jet Program Nears First Phase Completion With Sixth Prototype Test Flights

South Korea has completed critical test flights of the sixth prototype under the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet program.

18 July

Rojoef Manuel

Philippines, Ukraine Obtain Military Trucks From S. Korea

The Philippines is investing in South Korean military trucks for its army following the Ukrainian Armed Forces' adoption of the vehicles.

18 July

United States Navy Virginia Class submarine USS Mississippi arrives at Fleet Base West, Rockingham, Western Australia for a routine port visit. *** Local Caption *** United States Navy Virginia Class submarine USS Mississippi has arrived at Fleet Base West, Rockingham, Western Australia. The submarine is in Australia for a routine visit to provide respite for the crew. The visit reflects the ongoing strength of Australias alliance with the United States and builds on the visits of nuclear-powered submarines from AUKUS partners over the last 60 years.

Rojoef Manuel

Perth Startup’s AI ‘Brain for Boats’ Gets AUKUS Rollout Clearance

Australia has granted license-free export status to Perth-based startup Greenroom Robotics for the distribution of its AI-enabled autonomous vessel software in support of the AUKUS program.

17 July

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

South Korea’s LIG Nex1 Reveals Modular Missiles for Smarter, Swarm-Ready Strikes

South Korea’s LIG Nex1 has introduced a pair of modular missiles that blend autonomy, payload flexibility, and multi-mission versatility.

17 July

Staff Writer With AFP

Taipei Holds Air Raid Drill to Prepare for Chinese Attack

Taipei came to a brief standstill when air raid sirens forced people off the streets and into underground shelters in a rehearsal for a Chinese attack.

17 July