An Indonesian peacekeeping personnel in Lebanon, Farizal Romadhon, was killed, and other critically injured due to the indirect artillery fire that blasted near Adchit Al Qusayr on March 29, in what is strongly suspected to have been caused by an Israeli projectile explosion that landed close to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) headquarters.
Category: Defence
Thai commander accuses Cambodian forces of breaching ceasefire
On March 27, a Thai marine commander has accused Cambodian forces of repeatedly provoking Thai troops along the frontier in Trat province, saying gunfire heard over the past week could amount to breaches of the December ceasefire and warning that Thailand would respond if the incidents continue.
The Philippines uncovers Chinese spy network within security services
At least three Filipino officers admitted that they are part of the Chinese intelligence network on March 21.
Indonesia finalises acquisition of 16 South Korean-made KF‑21 fighters
Indonesia has officially become the first export customer of South Korea’s KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, with a contract to acquire 16 units in the initial phase.
China and Vietnam hold ‘3+3’ strategic dialogue in Hanoi
China and Vietnam convened their ministerial-level ‘3+3’ strategic dialogue on foreign affairs, defence and public security in Vietnam’s capital Hanoi on March 16. Both countries aimed to strengthen bilateral relations, as the meeting formed part of the 17th China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation.
Thai cargo vessel struck in the Strait of Hormuz, three crew missing
A Thai-flagged cargo ship, Mayuree Naree, was hit by projectiles while transiting 11 nautical miles north of Oman on March 11, causing the vessel to catch fire.
Singaporeans evacuated from the Middle East using military aircraft
Singapore has deployed a military aircraft to evacuate its citizens from the Middle East as tensions escalate amid the ongoing war involving Iran.
Thirty nations join Asia’s largest joint exercise training in Thailand
Troops from 30 nations take part in the 45th Cobra Gold drills, strengthening regional defense and disaster response coordination. (The Nation) On February 26, 30 […]
Indonesia to serve as ISF Deputy Commander
Indonesia to serveIndonesia has accepted a US offer to serve as Deputy Commander of the proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, Major General Jasper Jeffers announced at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington D.C. on February 19.
Navy Chief: Indonesia to receive first aircraft carrier this year
On February 12, the Indonesian Navy Chief Adm. Muhammad Ali announced that the government is currently in talks with Italy regarding the possible acquisition of Indonesia’s first aircraft carrier, the currently Italian-operated Giuseppe Garibaldi.