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Hieromonk Iakov Vorontsov, a former Russian Orthodox priest who was defrocked in 2023 after publicly criticizing Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, had already spent more than three months in detention when he was transferred by Kazakhstan’s authorities to a psychiatric institution in Almaty last week. Vorontsov was arrested in February on drug-related charges that he and his supporters have characterized as politically motivated. After his placement in pre-trial detention, the former priest’s beard was shaved, his hair cut short, and his Bible and prayer book were taken away.  He is now being forced to undergo a mandatory psychiatric evaluation while…

India has reiterated that energy security remains a central priority as global markets continue to face uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.The Ministry of External Affairs emphasised that the country is actively diversifying its energy sources and is open to cooperation with international partners, including Norway.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated during the weekly press briefing that India’s policy is to strengthen energy security through diversified imports, welcoming support from different markets worldwide.The remarks were made in the context of the first LNG cargo delivered to Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited (DFPCL) under a long-term agreement with…

Sue Ghosh Stricklett, RCDefense Why Long-Term Deterrence Requires Sovereign Interoperability with India Source link

The Hangor-class is a conventionally powered, air-independent propulsion (AIP)-equipped submarine built for the Pakistan Navy (PN) by China. It is based on the China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Co. Ltd (CSOC) S26 export design – itself derived from the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s (PLAN) Type 039A/B Yuan-class – and displaces 2,800 tons at 76 m in length, making it the largest submarine the PN has operated. These specifications were disclosed by Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works (KSEW) at the 2018 International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS) in Karachi, where KSEW displayed a scale mock-up alongside a specifications sheet. The PN…

In Japan, there are 76 exclusive-use U.S. military bases, hosted at the invitation of the Japanese government under the 1960 Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security between the United States and Japan. Despite occasional disagreements over how much money Japan should contribute to the alliance, both Tokyo and Washington have long supported this military presence. In her most recent meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in March 2026, for example, Japan Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae promised, “Going forward, I will continue to work with President Trump to elevate the Japan-U.S. alliance to further heights.” However, the U.S. military presence in…

Pinaka MBRL and Akash Air Defence Systems during the Military Parade in May 2026Armenia’s latest military parade on 28 May 2026 was more than a ceremonial show of strength; it was a calculated geopolitical signal. For the first time, a wide range of Indian-origin defence systems were publicly displayed in Yerevan, underscoring the rapid deepening of defence ties between the two countries.This event marked India’s emergence as a credible defence exporter and Armenia’s determination to modernise its armed forces amid growing regional tensions.The parade featured several advanced Indian systems. The Akash air defence system, developed by DRDO and produced by…

Morgan Bazilian, Macdonald Amoah & Jahara Matisek, MWI Scandium Supply Chain Risk the U.S. Defense Industrial Base Source link

On May 19, 2026, the Myanmar Armed Forces (Tatmadaw) and the Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) recaptured Tonzang, a strategically vital town located on the Tedim-Kale trade route, from Chin ethnic armed organizations (EAOs). This is a part of the ongoing broader Myanmar government offensive in mountainous Chin State in western Myanmar.  Last month, the Myanmar government forces recaptured Falam, the second most important town in Chin State. Now the Tatmadaw can potentially expand its offensive toward Rihkawdar, located on the India-Myanmar border. Due to the timing of the offensive, the location of the Chin State, and the political situation in…

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday emphasised that there can be no double standards in the global fight against terrorism, urging responsible nations to make clear choices between supporting sponsors of terrorism or countering them with decisive action.His remarks came during the first International Security Forum and the 14th Meeting of High Representatives for Security Matters in Moscow, attended by national security chiefs and senior officials from several countries.Addressing the gathering, Doval highlighted the need for special attention to the situation in West Asia. He stressed that ensuring the safe and uninterrupted movement of trade through international waterways, including…

Rojoef Manuel, The Defense Post The U.S. Marine Corps has released a… Source link