Global military news

Here are some recent global military news updates:

United States

• The US military has launched a new operation in Africa, aimed at countering terrorist groups such as al-Shabaab and ISIS. (Source: CNN)
• The US Navy has deployed a second aircraft carrier, the USS Nimitz, to the Middle East, amid tensions with Iran. (Source: Reuters)
• The US Army has announced plans to reduce its troop presence in Germany by 12,000 soldiers, citing budget constraints. (Source: AP)

China

• China has launched a new aircraft carrier, the Fujian, which is its third and most advanced carrier to date. (Source: South China Morning Post)
• China has deployed its first-ever aircraft carrier battle group to the South China Sea, amid tensions with the US and other regional powers. (Source: The Diplomat)
• China has announced plans to increase its military spending by 6.6% in 2023, citing the need to modernize its armed forces. (Source: Xinhua)

Russia

• Russia has launched a new nuclear-powered submarine, the Knyaz Vladimir, which is capable of carrying 16 ballistic missiles. (Source: TASS)
• Russia has deployed its S-400 air defense system to the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh, amid tensions with Armenia and Azerbaijan. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• Russia has announced plans to increase its military presence in Syria, citing the need to protect its interests in the region. (Source: BBC)

Middle East

• The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to purchase 50 F-35 fighter jets from the US, in a deal worth $23 billion. (Source: The National)
• Iran has launched a new ballistic missile, the Khorramshahr, which is capable of reaching targets in Israel and Europe. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The Israeli military has launched a new operation in the Gaza Strip, aimed at targeting Hamas militants. (Source: Haaretz)

Europe

• NATO has announced plans to increase its military presence in Eastern Europe, amid tensions with Russia. (Source: Reuters)
• The UK has announced plans to increase its military spending by 3.5% in 2023, citing the need to modernize its armed forces. (Source: BBC)
• France has launched a new military operation in the Sahel region of Africa, aimed at countering terrorist groups such as al-Qaeda and ISIS. (Source: Le Monde)

Asia-Pacific

• North Korea has launched a new ballistic missile, the Hwasong-17, which is capable of reaching targets in the US. (Source: CNN)
• South Korea has announced plans to increase its military spending by 7.4% in 2023, citing the need to modernize its armed forces. (Source: Yonhap)
• Australia has launched a new military operation in the Pacific, aimed at countering Chinese influence in the region. (Source: The Australian)

These are just a few examples of recent global military news.