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March 7, 2023 | Katabella Roberts

‘Dangerous and Regretful’: US, Israel Concerned Over Iranian Warships in Brazil

The two Iranian warships recently authorized by Brazil’s government to dock in Rio de Janeiro have sparked concern among Israel and the United States. Brazil’s government, which is now under the leadership of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, authorized the two Iranian naval ships—the Iris Dena and Iris Makran—to dock in January. Both of the ships are part of the Iranian Navy, which works […]

January 11, 2023 | Juliet Song

Chinese Warships Spotted in South Pacific

A Chinese warship is reaching deep into the South Pacific. What does the sighting say about Beijing’s military capability and its global ambitions? NTD spoke to James Fanell, a retired U.S. Navy captain and a former director of intelligence and information operations for the U.S. Pacific Fleet, for his analysis of what’s happening.

September 27, 2022 | Jack Phillips

Chinese Guided Missile Cruiser, Russian Warships Spotted Near Alaska

U.S. military officials said Monday that a Chinese missile cruiser, two other Chinese navy ships, and four Russian naval vessels were spotted near the coast of Alaska. The Chinese missile cruiser was seen about 85 miles north of Alaska’s Kiska Island on Sept. 19, according to the U.S. Coast Guard in a statement. “While the […]

July 5, 2022 | NTD Newsroom

Pakistan’s ‘Made in China’ Warships Flawed

The Pakistani military has reported defects in four warships bought from China. They’re said to fail when firing missiles.

April 7, 2022 | The Associated Press

US Navy Intends to Decommission Some of Its Newest Warships

PORTLAND, Maine—The Navy that once wanted smaller, speedy warships to chase down pirates has made a speedy pivot to Russia and China—and many of those recently built ships could be retired. The U.S. Navy wants to decommission nine ships in the Freedom-class of littoral combat ships—warships that cost about $4.5 billion altogether to build. The […]

October 24, 2021 | Reuters

Russian, Chinese Warships Hold First Joint Patrols in the Pacific

MOSCOW—Russian and Chinese warships held their first joint patrols in the western Pacific Ocean over the past week, Russia’s defense ministry said on Saturday, a move Japan said it was monitoring. Moscow and Beijing, which staged naval cooperation drills in the Sea of Japan earlier in October, have cultivated closer military and diplomatic ties in […]

August 5, 2021 | Tiffany Meier

India Sends Warships to South China Sea

Tensions persist in the South China Sea. This month, India will send four warships to the region. They will undergo a two month mission that includes participating in military exercises.

July 21, 2021 | NTD Newsroom

UK to Permanently Deploy 2 Warships in Asia

The UK will permanently deploy two warships in Asian waters after their Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier traveled to the Indo-Pacific. The UK defense secretary announced the decision Tuesday on a visit to Japan. Reporting by Kos Temenes

July 20, 2021 | NTD Newsroom

NTD UK News Full Broadcast (July 20)

The nighttime industry reacts to the prime minister’s move to make full vaccination a requirement for entry in England starting September. The defense secretary announces that Britain will permanently deploy two warships in Asian waters, after the Chinese regime’s increasingly aggressive behavior in the region. The Royal Albert Hall reopens at full capacity after its […]

July 20, 2021 | Reuters

Britain to Permanently Deploy Two Warships in Asian Waters

TOKYO—Britain said on Tuesday it would permanently deploy two warships in Asian waters after its Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier and escort ships sail to Japan in September through seas where China is vying for influence with the United States and Japan. Plans for the high-profile visit by the carrier strike group come as London deepens […]

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