Pacific
'We think Tehran, they think Taiwan': Israeli official exposes US-Israel strategic divide
"The difference between us is not in how we understand the threat, but in our priorities: for us, Iran is an existential threat; for the United States, it is a chronic regional challenge."
Heading ‘Down Under’: The Jerusalem Post announces Sydney Summit
El Niño forming in Pacific could become the strongest in 70 years, threatening food supplies
As China's regional influence expands so does it's strike capacity over Australia, says think tank
Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports
Japan requests that China reverse its warning against travel to Japan after comments on Taiwan sparked a diplomatic dispute.
Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows
A survey shows that over half of the population backed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's plan to increase defense spending.
Israel deepens Oceanic ties as dep. FM Sharren Haskel looks to unlock potential across the Pacific
DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel's visit included key discussions on diplomacy, agriculture, innovation, technology, and even a potential Fijian role in Gaza peacekeeping.
US will 'stoutly defend' its interests, defense secretary tells China
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned China the US will defend its interests in Asia as tensions grow over Taiwan and the South China Sea.
From Abraham Accords to I2U2: Why Israel must do more with India, UAE - analysis
The Abraham Accords opened doors for Israel, but the real strategic test lies in I2U2. Israel must act now to deepen ties with India and the UAE for enhanced security and economic growth.
The world should 'chip in with Taiwan' for global peace, prosperity - opinion
Taiwan’s economic strength and commitment to democracy make it a key global partner in the fight for peace and stability.
Russian, Chinese navies to conduct joint patrols in Asia-Pacific, Interfax reports
The two navies held joint drills in the Sea of Japan over August 1-5 that included artillery firing, practicing anti-submarine and air defense missions, and improving joint search and rescue ops.
Scientists uncover 'Life Zone' 9.5 kilometers down in Mariana Trench Pacific abyss
Researchers say the record-setting chemosynthesis-based communities, detailed in Nature, challenge 'long-standing assumptions about life's potential at extreme depths'.
A father and son reached the most remote place on Earth—and found they weren’t alone
In the heart of the ocean lies the most distant point from any human on Earth. This location has become a spacecraft graveyard, and no one is supposed to be there.
US moving B-2 stealth bombers toward Guam, American officials confirm
One official said no forward orders had been given yet to move the bombers beyond Guam. They did not say how many B-2 bombers are being moved.
