Taiwan has carried out one of its most ambitious crisis simulations yet, testing how the island would respond to a scenario combining a Chinese blockade, a devastating earthquake, cyberattacks and coordinated disinformation campaigns. The exercise brought together government agencies, security officials and emergency responders to examine vulnerabilities and improve preparedness. As tensions across the Taiwan Strait remain high, the drill highlights how modern conflicts may involve far more than military action, blending cyber warfare, infrastructure disruption and information battles.


Taiwan holds biggest crisis drill amid China tensions

Taiwan rehearses its worst nightmare: Blockade, quake and cyber war

Russia has launched large-scale nuclear military drills involving around 64,000 troops and nearly 200 missile launchers in exercises near NATO borders. The three-day operation includes twin strategic drills designed to test Russia’s nuclear readiness and military coordination at a time of heightened tensions with the West. The exercises are being closely watched by NATO countries amid growing concerns over regional security, military escalation and the continuing fallout from the Russia-Ukraine conflict.


Russia Nuclear Drills: Moscow Announces 3-Day Massive Drills Near NATO Borders

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness. Stay updated on the latest developments in Asia-Pacific security and geopolitical dynamics.

China Fires Rockets for Second Day in Drills Around Taiwan

Pakistan Army and China’s People’s Liberation Army are holding a two-week joint counterterrorism exercise, Warrior-IX, from November 28 to December 14, 2025, aimed at enhancing interoperability and strengthening military-to-military cooperation. A Distinguished Visitors Day at the National Counter Terrorism Centre in Pabbi was attended by Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong as chief guest and the Pakistan Army’s chief of general staff as guest of honour, with dignitaries observing mixed-group drills and praising the professionalism and high morale of participating troops from both sides.​

Pakistan and China Conduct ‘Warrior-IX’ Joint Counterterrorism Exercise at NCTC Pabbi

Britain is on high alert as citizens and authorities brace for potential war, disasters, and the escalating threat from Russia and global tensions. Preparations are underway amid fears of being drawn into Putin’s war games.


UK on high alert: Britons prepare for war & disaster as Putin’s threats escalate

The Russia -Ukraine war is turning out to be the war of might. Russia & NATO are flexing their nuclear muscle as they conduct simultaneous drills. Both say these are regular drills but the timing has raised questions about what the superpowers are upto.

Russia, NATO Flex Nuclear Muscle Separately

Russia Launches Full Nuclear Triad in Land, Sea & Air; F-35 Jet Leads NATO Drills in Netherlands

The Russia -Ukraine war is turning out to be the war of might. Russia & NATO are flexing their nuclear muscle as they conduct simultaneous drills. Both say these are regular drills but the timing has raised questions about what the superpowers are upto.


President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (October 22) oversaw a test of Russia's nuclear forces on land, sea and air to rehearse their readiness and command structure.

The test included the launch of a land-based "Yars" intercontinental ballistic missile from a cosmodrome, the launch of a "Sineva" ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the Barents Sea, and the launch of nuclear-capable cruise missiles from strategic bombers.

Russia carries out regular drills of its nuclear forces to put them through their paces and to remind adversaries that it holds the world's largest nuclear arsenal at a period of soaring East-West tensions.

Russia: Nuclear Threat Will Grow if US Rejects Moscow's Proposal on Arms Control

The exercise will be conducted in two phases from 5 to 12 October 2025. The harbour phase will feature professional interactions between naval personnel, cross-deck visits, sports fixtures, and cultural exchanges. Joint Working Group meetings and Subject Matter Expert exchanges are also planned.


India-UK exercise Konkan-2025 commences off western coast of India

The world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford of the U.S Navy, joined NATO Allies in the North Sea for the 3rd iteration of Neptune Strike 2025, which ended on September 26, 2025.


NATO's 'Neptune strike' puts Russia on notice

Venezuela’s Armed Forces staged a major show of military force on Thursday as part of the Sovereign Caribbean 200 Campaign, in direct response to the presence of U.S. warships near its coastline.

The exercises, held near La Orchila Island—home to the Antonio Díaz Naval Air Base—included 12 warships, 22 aircraft, tanks, helicopters, amphibious vehicles, and around 2,300 troops.

President Nicolás Maduro and Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López described the drills as a necessary reaction to what they view as "aggressive" U.S. maneuvers in the region. The U.S., however, claims its naval presence is part of ongoing anti-narcotics operations.


Venezuela Conducts 'Caribe Soberano 200' Military Drills 

German Eurofighter jets were scrambled to intercept a Russian IL-20 spy plane operating near NATO airspace over the Baltic Sea. Witness the dramatic moments as elite pilots respond to the incursion, showcasing NATO's rapid reaction capabilities. This incident highlights escalating tensions in the region and the constant vigilance required to protect sovereign skies. Watch the full story here.


German jets scramble to intercept Russian spy plane

Tensions rise as NATO fighter jets intercepted Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea, while US jets scrambled to block Russian spy planes near Alaska for the third time this week. 


Russian aircraft spotted over Baltic sea

Philippines-Australia War Drills: Over 3,600 troops from the Philippines, Australia, the US, and Canada have launched the largest joint military exercise ever held on Philippine soil — and it’s happening just north of Manila, not far from the South China Sea.


Alon 2025: 3,500 troops joined from Philippines, Australia, US, canada

Russia's Pacific Fleet launched cruise and anti-ship missiles during drills in the Sea of Japan that also involved aircraft and drones.

Russia Launches Missiles in Sea of Japan During Drills

China warns India after Taiwan opens consulate office in Mumbai. India urged to handle Taiwan issue with caution and avoid interference. China opposes any country with ties with China to engage with Taiwan: Chinese Foreign Ministry. Office will serve Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu. Watch to know more!

China Calls On India To Handle Taiwan Issue Carefully Post Consulate Opening | WION Originals

While Russia is engaged in an intense war with Ukraine, its warships have begun joint drills with Chinese navy vessels in the sea of Japan. These drills are part of a major Russian naval exercise that will continue till the 16th of September. Watch to know more.

Russia and China conduct Ocean-2024 drills

China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) started a three-day live-fire exercise on 27 August, involving ground and air forces on the Chinese side of the country’s border with Myanmar.

China's PLA conducts live-fire drill near Myanmar border

India launched its biggest multinational air exercise 'Tarang Shakti' on the 6th of August. The exercise is being conducted in two phases. The first took place in the Sulur town of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu from the 6th of August to the 14th of August and the second is currently taking place in Jodhpur in the Indian state of Rajasthan- from the 29th of August to the 14th of September. Various aircraft like the Eurofighter Typhoon Jet and SU-30MKI were a part of the first phase. Why is the Tarang Shakti exercise important? Which countries will be a part of the exercise in phase 2?

What is Tarang Shakti? Second-phase begins in Jodhpur

Taiwan drilled Monday with anti-amphibious landing missiles as part of a strategy to remain mobile and deadly in an attempt to deter an attack from China, which claims the democratically ruled island as its own territory to be brought under its control by force if necessary.

Taiwan tests tube-launched, wireless-guided missile launch platforms

Taiwan tests new missile launch platforms at annual Pingtung drills

The first-ever multi-nation Tarang Shakti air combat exercise to be hosted by India took off at Sulur in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, with Rafale and Eurofighter Typhoon jets as well as military aircraft from France, Germany, UK and Spain taking to the skies along with frontline IAF fighters.

Tarang Shakti: Indian Airforce hosts joint air defence exercise with France, Germany & Spain

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