Strategic Influence

Protecting Hormuz Passage

Safe passage through a critical global energy route remains fragile — coordinated international effort and practical risk management are essential to reduce disruption and maintain stability in global trade flows. Iran’s position enables chokepoint influence.

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Gulf states look to Ukraine for help countering Iran’s Shahed drones

Cost effective drones challenge traditional air defence systems—and Ukraine relies heavily on layered air defences against drone attacks. Electronic warfare and radar systems help detect incoming drones, while cooperation allows countries to share lessons.

Air & Space Power

NATO Allies launch new multinational capability cooperation initiatives, expand existing projects

NATO Allies launched new multinational HVPs to strengthen deterrence and defence, advancing Integrated Air and Missile Defence, drone-based deep precision strike, airworthiness resilience and munitions cooperation to enhance warfighting readiness, interoperability and cost-effective capability development.

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Central Queensland councils pitch for expanded Defence investment

Local leaders are positioning the region as a long-term investment hub, arguing its location, infrastructure, and industry base would strengthen national resilience. Medical, rescue, and uncrewed systems proposed; a deep-water port and airport enhance capability.

Strategic Influence

People confuse China’s policy: Behind Russian, Chinese view on war in the Middle East

Despite close ties with Tehran, Beijing and Moscow have offered only diplomatic backing and cautious rhetoric, signalling strategic restraint while protecting broader interests and avoiding deeper involvement. Neither country announced economic or operational assistance.

Air & Space Power

USAF ‘woefully behind’ on modernizing mobility aircraft, airlift commander says

The USAF faces a growing strategic risk as ageing airlift and tanker fleets remain in service far beyond planned life, highlighting urgent need for NEXTGEN mobility aircraft to sustain global airpower, logistics, and strategic reach.

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These recipes show how simple ingredients can be combined thoughtfully to create filling, flexible meals that offer practical ideas for making everyday food more satisfying without adding extra cost or complexity. .

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Air & Space Power

NATO Allies launch new multinational capability cooperation initiatives, expand existing projects

NATO Allies launched new multinational HVPs to strengthen deterrence and defence, advancing Integrated Air and Missile Defence, drone-based deep precision strike, airworthiness resilience and munitions cooperation to enhance warfighting readiness, interoperability and cost-effective capability development.

Technology & Innovation

Gulf states look to Ukraine for help countering Iran’s Shahed drones

Cost effective drones challenge traditional air defence systems—and Ukraine relies heavily on layered air defences against drone attacks. Electronic warfare and radar systems help detect incoming drones, while cooperation allows countries to share lessons.

Military Management

Central Queensland councils pitch for expanded Defence investment

Local leaders are positioning the region as a long-term investment hub, arguing its location, infrastructure, and industry base would strengthen national resilience. Medical, rescue, and uncrewed systems proposed; a deep-water port and airport enhance capability.

Strategic Influence

Protecting Hormuz Passage

Safe passage through a critical global energy route remains fragile — coordinated international effort and practical risk management are essential to reduce disruption and maintain stability in global trade flows. Iran’s position enables chokepoint influence.

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