Typhoon Gaemi kills dozens and injures hundreds in Taiwan and Philippines

4 Personnel Injured in BLAST at U.S’ Kadena Air Base in Japan’s Okinawa

An explosion at Japan’s Kadena Air Base in Okinawa injured four Japanese Self-Defense Force (SDF) personnel during WWII ordnance disposal on Monday. The blast occurred inside the U.S.-controlled base, though no American personnel were hurt. The injuries are not life-threatening. Japan’s 15th Brigade was handling unexploded ammunition at the time. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area as investigations continue. Kadena, the largest U.S. airbase in the Asia-Pacific, plays a key strategic role near Taiwan. #KadenaBlast #OkinawaExplosion #SDFInjured #USJapanBase #WWIIOrdnance #KadenaAirBase #MilitaryAccident #AsiaPacificSecurity #UnexplodedAmmunition #OrdnanceDisposal #TaiwanStraitTensions #BreakingNews #USMilitaryBase #JapanSDF #DefenceNews #WWIIExplosives #BaseSecurity #StrategicBase #MilitaryNews #NHKReports #USJapanAlliance ~ED.102~HT.408~

Trump Slams Xi as 'Hard to Deal With'; Launches Big Attack After Chip Crackdown, Taiwan Warning

In a sharp late-night post, Donald Trump called Chinese President Xi Jinping "very tough and extremely hard to deal with," reigniting tensions between the U.S. and China. The statement comes days after the Trump administration blocked key chip-design software, jet engine parts, and revoked visas for Chinese students over security concerns. Amid growing fears of conflict over Taiwan, Trump added he still “likes and respects” Xi—leaving analysts puzzled. #TrumpTariffs #TrumpChina #XiJinping #ChinaTariffs #TariffWar #TrumpTradeWar #USChinaTensions #TrumpVsChina #ChinaTradeWar #TariffsOnChina #TrumpTariffNews #USChinaTrade #TrumpChinaTrade #TrumpChinaTariffs #TradeWar2025 #TrumpEconomicPolicy #ChinaUSConflict #TrumpTariffImpact #USChinaRelations #TrumpTradeTariffs #TrumpTariffBattle ~PR.152~HT.408~

‘Hegseth touted the cold war…’ China BLASTS U.S In Response To Pete Hegseth's Speech In Singapore

China has lashed out at U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth following his remarks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, where he warned that China could imminently use military force against Taiwan. Beijing condemned the speech as provocative and divisive, accusing Hegseth of inciting bloc confrontation and pushing a Cold War mentality. China's foreign ministry dismissed the U.S. accusations as defamatory and asserted that only Washington deserved the label of a hegemonic power. The fiery exchange underscores growing regional tensions over Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific power balance. #China #PeteHegseth #TaiwanCrisis #IndoPacific #USChinaTensions #ShangriLaDialogue #AsiaPacific #ColdWarRhetoric #TaiwanConflict #USDefence #ChinaUS #TaiwanStrait #Geopolitics #CCP #MilitaryThreat #BlocConfrontation #WarOfWords #DefenceSpeech #BeijingVsWashington #AsiaSecurity ~HT.318~ED.102~GR.124~

China Warns US After Pete Hegseth Hints at PLA Invasion of Taiwan by 2027; ‘Do Not Play With Fire…’

China has issued a stern warning to the United States after U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed Beijing is preparing for a potential invasion of Taiwan by 2027. The Chinese Foreign Ministry slammed the remarks as inflammatory, cautioning Washington to "not play with fire" over the Taiwan issue. #ChinaTaiwanTensions #TrumpHegseth #IndoPacific #ShangriLaDialogue #USChinaConflict #TaiwanDefense #ChinaThreat #PeteHegseth #TaiwanInvasion #TrumpWatch #AsiaSecurity #DefenseSpending #USAlliesAsia #XiJinping #Geopolitics #USMilitary #TaiwanPolicy #FoxHostToDefenseChief #PentagonWarning #TrumpForeignPolicy Also Read J-35 Fighter Jet May Head To Pakistan As India Accelerates AMCA Push :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/j-35-fighter-jet-may-head-to-pakistan-as-india-accelerates-amca-push-4165099.html?ref=DMDesc China, Pakistan Agree With Kabul To Expand CPEC To Afghanistan :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/china-pakistan-agree-with-kabul-to-expand-cpec-to-afghanistan-4159507.html?ref=DMDesc China’s Renaming Stunt in Arunachal Won’t Change Reality, Says India :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/china-s-renaming-stunt-in-arunachal-won-t-change-reality-says-india-4152779.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~HT.318~ED.102~

China WARNS EU To ‘Stay Out Of South China Sea’ Row After EU-Philippines Meet Against Beijing

Tensions escalated in the South China Sea after China warned the European Union to stop “provoking trouble” and stay out of its territorial disputes with the Philippines. The sharp rebuke followed EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas' visit to Manila, where she voiced concern over China's assertive actions. Beijing insisted the EU has no legal or diplomatic role in the matter, cautioning Manila not to rely on outside powers for resolution. The statement underscores China's hardened stance as geopolitical fault lines deepen in the contested maritime zone. #China #SouthChinaSea #EUChinaTensions #Philippines #KajaKallas #BeijingWarning #Geopolitics #ASEAN #IndoPacific #ChinaPhilippines #EUForeignPolicy #TerritorialDispute #SouthChinaSeaConflict #SpratlyIslands #Manila #BeijingEmbassy #DiplomaticTensions #ChinaSeaRow #AsiaPacific #GeopoliticalFlashpoint Also Read What Is This Fusarium Graminearum, Dangerous Fungus Which Is Smuggled By Chinese Nationals To US? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/what-is-this-fusarium-graminearum-dangerous-fungus-which-is-smuggled-by-chinese-nationals-to-us-4171729.html?ref=DMDesc J-35 Fighter Jet May Head To Pakistan As India Accelerates AMCA Push :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/j-35-fighter-jet-may-head-to-pakistan-as-india-accelerates-amca-push-4165099.html?ref=DMDesc China, Pakistan Agree With Kabul To Expand CPEC To Afghanistan :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/china-pakistan-agree-with-kabul-to-expand-cpec-to-afghanistan-4159507.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.336~GR.125~

South China Sea SHOCKER: EU & Philippines FORGE Defense Pact to FIGHT China’s Indo-Pacific Threats

The EU and the Philippines have initiated a groundbreaking security and defense dialogue aimed at strengthening cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. With growing concerns over emerging threats, including cyberattacks and foreign interference, the dialogue sets a new platform for European and Asian defense priorities. Both leaders emphasized the importance of upholding international law and regional stability without explicitly naming China. This partnership comes as the Philippines deepens its role as ASEAN chair and seeks stronger allies amid rising geopolitical tensions. #EUPhilippines #DefenseDialogue #IndoPacific #SecurityCooperation #MaritimeSecurity #CyberSecurity #ASEAN #StrategicPartnership #Geopolitics #ChinaTensions #InternationalLaw #SeaArbitralAward #ForeignInterference #RegionalStability #KajaKallas #PresidentMarcos #EU #Philippines #MaritimeCooperation #EUAsiaRelations #SecurityThreats #DefensePartnership #AsiaEurope #StrategicAlliance #EUinAsia #SecurityDialogue #PhilippinesSecurity #EUPhilippinesRelations #IndoPacificSecurity #Diplomacy Also Read Canada Initiates Discussions with EU to Decrease Dependence on US Defence Equipment :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/canada-eu-reduce-us-defense-reliance-011-4099629.html?ref=DMDesc EU and Indian Counterterrorism Experts Collaborate on Best Practices for Violent Extremism Prevention :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/counterterrorism-experts-eu-india-best-practices-workshop-011-4099585.html?ref=DMDesc EU Shifts Meeting from Hungary Amid Orban's Russia Outreach Efforts :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/eu-restricts-hungary-over-russia-outreach-011-3885787.html?ref=DMDesc

China Provokes Philippines Amid South China Sea Tensions; Conducts Patrols Near Scarborough Shoal

Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated sharply as China’s navy launched combat readiness patrols near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, a territory claimed by the Philippines. The drills, confirmed by China’s state-run Xinhua agency, were aimed at reinforcing Beijing’s control over the contested region. The provocative move follows multiple maritime confrontations and comes amid rising regional unease. Meanwhile, South Korea has reported a surge in Chinese installations in the Yellow Sea, further stoking concerns about China’s expanding maritime assertiveness. #SouthChinaSea #ChinaPhilippines #SouthChinaSeaTensions #ScarboroughShoal #ChinaMaritimeDrills #PhilippinesSovereignty #SouthChinaSeaConflict #BeijingAggression #ChinaVsPhilippines #TerritorialDispute #YellowSeaTensions #MaritimeSecurity #SouthChinaSeaDispute #ChinaProvocation #PhilippinesChinaStandoff Also Read China's Sonar Shocker: The 20km Sub-Spotter That Could Sink Naval Strategies :: https://www.oneindia.com/feature/chinas-sonar-shocker-the-20km-sub-spotter-that-could-sink-naval-strategies-3940843.html?ref=DMDesc China’s PLA Warns: 'We’ll Crush Foreign Encroachment' In South China Sea :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/china-s-pla-warns-we-ll-crush-foreign-encroachment-in-south-china-sea-011-3932325.html?ref=DMDesc WATCH Video | Standoff At South China Sea: Chinese Coast Guard Attacks Philippine Navy Boats :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/watch-video-standoff-at-south-china-sea-chinese-coast-guard-attacks-philippine-navy-boats-3857477.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~ED.103~GR.124~