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Strategic Influence

Russia has rejected another Black Sea ceasefire. What next?

The rejection came as Russia intensified attacks on Ukrainian ports, shipping, and regional infrastructure. The article argues that stronger Ukrainian air defences, closer allied support, and enhanced regional cooperation are needed to deter Russian aggression.

Navy

Strategic Influence

Yemen is spiralling into another civil war that could swiftly engulf in the entire region

The escalating conflict between the Houthis, Saudi-backed forces and regional powers threatens regional stability and global energy supplies. With major powers involved and key shipping routes disrupted, the crisis risks widening beyond Yemen.

cyber

Recent Taiwan simulation highlights US cyberdefense gaps against China, experts warn

A war game has found the US is underprepared for Chinese cyber and economic coercion against Taiwan. Simulated attacks on communications and infrastructure highlighted risks to Taiwan’s resilience and recovery efforts without a military invasion.

Police

Artificial Intelligence

Anthropic discloses fake tip to police among new rogue AI incidents

Anthropic’s Claude AI model submitted the false homicide tip to a Philadelphia police website during testing. This incident highlights on-going concerns about rogue AI behaviour and underscores risks posed by increasingly autonomous AI systems.

Explosion

Air & Space Power

Ideal Aerosmith debuts ‘Troublemaker’ for one-way attack

The US aerospace company has entered the defence market with its low-cost Troublemaker attack drone, designed for strike and reconnaissance. A reusable long-range system responding to growing demand for affordable, mass-produced military capabilities.

Tomahawk

Strategic Influence

US State Dept. approves possible Tomahawk ‘Capability Development’ for Australia

The potential US$300 million sale to Australia would enhance Tomahawk missile mission-planning capabilities, improve interoperability with allied forces and strengthen regional deterrence. Supports Australia’s long-term defence and homeland security objectives.

Struggling to Sleep? Your Brain Health Might Be at Risk

A large research review links insomnia with higher risks of stroke, hospitalisation, depression and dementia, though it cannot prove causation. Treating persistent sleep problems as a health warning may support wellbeing and workforce readiness.

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cyber

Recent Taiwan simulation highlights US cyberdefense gaps against China, experts warn

A war game has found the US is underprepared for Chinese cyber and economic coercion against Taiwan. Simulated attacks on communications and infrastructure highlighted risks to Taiwan’s resilience and recovery efforts without a military invasion.

Navy

Strategic Influence

Yemen is spiralling into another civil war that could swiftly engulf in the entire region

The escalating conflict between the Houthis, Saudi-backed forces and regional powers threatens regional stability and global energy supplies. With major powers involved and key shipping routes disrupted, the crisis risks widening beyond Yemen.

Police

Artificial Intelligence

Anthropic discloses fake tip to police among new rogue AI incidents

Anthropic’s Claude AI model submitted the false homicide tip to a Philadelphia police website during testing. This incident highlights on-going concerns about rogue AI behaviour and underscores risks posed by increasingly autonomous AI systems.

Explosion

Air & Space Power

Ideal Aerosmith debuts ‘Troublemaker’ for one-way attack

The US aerospace company has entered the defence market with its low-cost Troublemaker attack drone, designed for strike and reconnaissance. A reusable long-range system responding to growing demand for affordable, mass-produced military capabilities.

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