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J-36 or JH-XX from China

China’s 6th Generation ‘NGAD’ Stealth Fighters Have an Engine Problem

Weapons & EquipmentStrategic AssessmentOperational

China's 6th Generation NGAD stealth fighters are facing issues with their engines, as reported by secondary sources.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
Navy rolls out twice-a-year fitness tests

Navy rolls out twice-a-year fitness tests

Political-MilitaryMilitary OperationsStrategic

The U.S. Navy has announced that it will conduct fitness tests twice a year to ensure the physical readiness of its personnel.

Source: Task & PurposeTue Dec 30 2025
Lockheed still paid $1.7 billion despite F-35s poor readiness rate

Lockheed still paid $1.7 billion despite F-35s poor readiness rate

LogisticsPolitical-MilitaryOperational

Lockheed Martin continues to receive significant payments despite the F-35 fighter jets' low readiness rates, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the program.

Source: militarytimesTue Dec 30 2025
Army changes course, decides to keep horses at two bases

Army changes course, decides to keep horses at two bases

Political-MilitaryLogisticsStrategic

The Army has decided to retain horses at two bases as part of a policy change.

Source: Task & PurposeTue Dec 30 2025

France finalizes $1.3B USD contract for 2 Saab GlobalEye radar planes

Weapons & EquipmentPolitical-MilitaryOperational

France has finalized a $1.3 billion USD contract for the acquisition of 2 Saab GlobalEye radar planes, enhancing its military capabilities.

Source: Breaking DefenseTue Dec 30 2025
China Coast Guard and Global Times Release Series of Posters: "Patrol Control," "Choke Point," "Crackdown on 'Independence'"

China Coast Guard and Global Times Release Series of Posters: "Patrol Control," "Choke Point," "Crackdown on 'Independence'"

Military OperationsInformation OperationsOperational

The China Coast Guard, in collaboration with Global Times, has released a series of posters titled '巡控', '扼喉', and '缉“独”'.

Source: Global TimesTue Dec 30 2025
Iran's Foreign Minister: Iran Will Not Abandon Peaceful Nuclear Technology

Iran's Foreign Minister: Iran Will Not Abandon Peaceful Nuclear Technology

Political-MilitaryInformation OperationsStrategic

Iran's Foreign Minister has declared that Iran will not give up its peaceful nuclear technology.

Source: Global TimesTue Dec 30 2025

Middle East fighter jet deals, missile defenses and peace talks: 2026 preview

Political-MilitaryWeapons & EquipmentStrategic

The report previews military and diplomatic activities in the Middle East for 2026, focusing on fighter jet deals, missile defense systems, and ongoing peace talks among various nations.

Source: Breaking DefenseTue Dec 30 2025
China Aircraft Carrier.

New Pentagon Report: China’s Navy Wants 6 Aircraft Carriers by 2035

Weapons & EquipmentPolitical-MilitaryOperational

The Pentagon reports that China's Navy intends to expand its fleet to include 6 aircraft carriers by the year 2035, indicating a significant enhancement of its naval power.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
General George Patton

Military Quote of the Day By Army General George S. Patton: ‘The object of war is not to die for your country but to…’

Information OperationsInformational

The report features a quote by General George S. Patton emphasizing that the purpose of war is not to die for one's country.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
What is Nifty Nugget? NDAA revives 47-year-old military exercise

What is Nifty Nugget? NDAA revives 47-year-old military exercise

Political-MilitaryForce MovementStrategic

The NDAA has revived a military exercise known as 'Nifty Nugget', which has not been conducted for 47 years.

Source: militarytimesTue Dec 30 2025
M1 Abrams Tank Like in Ukraine

Is Russia Really Getting Ready to Attack NATO?

Political-MilitaryStrategic AssessmentStrategic

The report discusses the possibility of Russia preparing to attack NATO, highlighting increased military activity and raising concerns about NATO's response.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
J-50 Fighter

China’s New J-50 Stealth Fighter Has A Message for the U.S. Air Force

Weapons & EquipmentStrategic AssessmentOperational

China has unveiled its new J-50 stealth fighter, which is designed to improve its air combat capabilities and send a strategic message to the U.S. Air Force.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
US taps Boeing to build F-15s for Israel under $8.6 billion contract

US taps Boeing to build F-15s for Israel under $8.6 billion contract

Weapons & EquipmentPolitical-MilitaryOperational

The US has awarded Boeing an $8.6 billion contract to build F-15 fighter jets for Israel, indicating a significant military procurement.

Source: Defense NewsTue Dec 30 2025
Soldiers from 69th Air Defense Artillery Brigade conducted Patriot Missile live fire training, November 5, at McGregor Range Complex on Fort Bliss. The live fire exercise was conducted jointly with Air Defense counterparts from the Japanese Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Vega-Cerezo)

Why Getting to a Peace Deal in Ukraine Is So Hard

Political-MilitaryStrategic

The report discusses the difficulties in achieving a peace deal in Ukraine, emphasizing the ongoing conflict and the involvement of both Ukrainian and Russian forces.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
"Guarding: The Thematic Poster for Law Enforcement Patrols around Taiwan Island and Its Affiliated Islands Released by the China Coast Guard and Global Times"

"Guarding: The Thematic Poster for Law Enforcement Patrols around Taiwan Island and Its Affiliated Islands Released by the China Coast Guard and Global Times"

Military OperationsInformation OperationsOperational

The China Coast Guard, in collaboration with Global Times, has released a poster themed 'Guarding' regarding law enforcement patrols around Taiwan and its affiliated islands.

Source: Global TimesTue Dec 30 2025
"China Coast Guard Releases Themed Poster 'Guarding' for Law Enforcement Patrols around Taiwan and Its Affiliated Islands"

"China Coast Guard Releases Themed Poster 'Guarding' for Law Enforcement Patrols around Taiwan and Its Affiliated Islands"

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The China Coast Guard has issued a poster regarding law enforcement patrols around Taiwan and its affiliated islands, emphasizing their commitment to maritime security.

Source: Global TimesTue Dec 30 2025

China Coast Guard Releases Law Enforcement Patrol Video of Taiwan Island and Its Affiliated Islands "Crackdown on Independence: Capturing the Criminal"

Information OperationsInformational

The China Coast Guard has released a video showcasing law enforcement patrols around Taiwan and its affiliated islands, emphasizing their operations against independence movements.

Source: Global TimesTue Dec 30 2025
A view of the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) from aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) as Normandy participates in a Tactical Force Exercise as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 13, 2022. Ford is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Malachi Lakey)

The Navy Has a New Nimitz-Class Aircraft Carrier Headache It Can’t Fix

Strategic AssessmentWeapons & EquipmentStrategic

The U.S. Navy is experiencing difficulties with a new Nimitz-Class aircraft carrier, as reported by secondary sources.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025
General George Patton of the U.S. Army

Military Quote of the Day by General George Patton: ‘If you are going to win any battle, you have to do…’

Political-MilitaryStrategic

General George Patton's quote highlights the necessity of strategy for winning battles.

Source: 19FortyFiveTue Dec 30 2025