Tass military news

Here are some recent military news stories from around the world:

United States

• The US military has launched a new operation in Syria to target ISIS remnants, according to a statement from the Pentagon. (Source: CNN)
• The US Navy has announced that it will deploy a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East in response to tensions with Iran. (Source: The Hill)
• The US Army has announced plans to reduce its troop levels in Germany by 12,000 soldiers, citing a shift in priorities towards Asia. (Source: Stars and Stripes)

China

• China has launched a new aircraft carrier, the Shandong, which is its first domestically built carrier. (Source: BBC)
• China has announced plans to increase its military spending by 7.5% in 2023, citing a need to modernize its armed forces. (Source: Reuters)
• China has conducted a series of military exercises in the South China Sea, which have been criticized by neighboring countries. (Source: South China Morning Post)

Russia

• Russia has announced plans to deploy new nuclear-capable missiles to its western border, citing a need to counter NATO's military buildup. (Source: The Guardian)
• Russia has conducted a series of military exercises in the Arctic, which have been seen as a show of force against NATO. (Source: The Moscow Times)
• Russia has accused Ukraine of planning a military attack, and has deployed troops to the border. (Source: Al Jazeera)

Middle East

• The Saudi-led coalition has launched a new military operation in Yemen, aimed at retaking the port city of Hodeidah from Houthi rebels. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to increase its military spending by 13% in 2023, citing a need to counter regional threats. (Source: The National)
• Iran has announced plans to increase its military spending by 10% in 2023, citing a need to counter US sanctions. (Source: Reuters)

Europe

• NATO has announced plans to increase its military presence in the Baltic region, citing a need to counter Russian aggression. (Source: The Guardian)
• The UK has announced plans to increase its military spending by 3.5% in 2023, citing a need to counter global threats. (Source: The Telegraph)
• France has announced plans to increase its military spending by 1.8% in 2023, citing a need to counter global threats. (Source: Le Monde)

These are just a few examples of recent military news from around the world.