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Israel must stay independent: The strategic risk of Chinese drones -opinion

A multi-dimensional analysis of information security, national sovereignty, and operational risks

AeroSentinel G2 drone in active operation, providing real-time aerial intelligence in complex environments.
(Illustrative) A massive 420 kg meteorite on display in Paris, France, November 5, 2025.

China's largest artifact made of meteorite iron found in Bronze Age ritual site - study

 A Bayraktar Akinci unmanned combat drone is pictured at SAHA EXPO Defence & Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey, October 27, 2022.

Libya's Haftar acquires combat drones despite UN embargo

Cars drive down a highway as smoke billows after overnight airstrikes on oil depots on March 8, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.

China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz


Exposing the hidden forces in the Iranian war

Shir Perets debunks viral claims and examines the narratives driving the conversation around Israel and the war.

Shir Perets debunks viral claims and examines the narratives driving the conversation around Israel and the war.

Chinese Shahed-like drones offered online despite Alibaba ban

A sales representative for the company told D&T that the so-called “model plane” was a copy of the Shahed-136 and could be armed with explosives and could be shipped to Russia if needed.

Mosquito drone advertised for sale on Alibaba

Chinese universities with military links bought Super Micro servers with restricted AI chips

Concerned about the potential for artificial intelligence chips to enhance China's military capabilities, the US, from 2022, began banning the sale of some Nvidia chips, such as the A100, to China.

An AI-generated image of an Nvidia chip.

Turkey, Pakistan emerge as mediators as Iran war reshapes Middle East order - analysis

Regional powers are positioning themselves to mediate the Iran conflict, with Turkey and Pakistan seeking a role in easing tensions and shaping the post-war order.

Iran and Iraq map. Ilustration.

Taiwan fears China may exploit US distraction from Middle East war

"This is a moment for China to exercise influence," said a senior Taiwan security official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive intelligence matters.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te speaks at a press conference on the latest round of economic talks with the US, in Taipei, Taiwan, February 3, 2026.

Taiwan says US has 'high' urgency in speeding up weapons deliveries

Taiwan, which faces a rising military threat from China, has complained of repeated delays to weapons ordered from the US, the most important international backer and arms supplier to the island.

Fighter pilot Yen Hsiang-sheng gets out of a F-16V fighter jet wearing a Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System helmet during an annual New Year's drill in Chiayi, Taiwan, January 5, 2022.

Asia is most affected continent by Strait of Hormuz closure, with 80% of Gulf energy imports

A New York Times report revealed that Asian countries are entering an energy crisis due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while Western nations will feel the economic effects of the war.

Asia will be the most affected continent by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

US and Israel dismantle Iran's regional terror network in coordinated strike - opinion

Trump and Israel confront Iran directly with Operation Epic Fury, targeting military and proxy networks.

A still image released by US Central Command (CENTCOM), which accompanied a press release describing the operation dubbed "Epic Fury", an attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, shows a rocket launch from a ship, in this picture obtained from social media released on February 28, 2026.

Russia, China voice concern over Strait of Hormuz blockade and regional conflict escalation

Russia opposes any blockade of the Strait of Hormuz but says such issues must be viewed in the context of the broader global situation, Interfax reported on Monday.

A coastguard boat approaches an Indian liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier, Shivalik, as it arrives at Mundra Port via the Strait of Hormuz, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in Gujarat, India, March 16, 2026.

Ali Khamenei’s rule is over, but Iran's path to freedom still continues - opinion

Ali Khamenei is gone, but Iran’s Shi’ite regime still threatens freedom, and the nation’s long path to democracy continues.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looks on, in a televised message following the Israeli strikes in Tehran, Iran, June 13, 2025.