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Ryan Chan 陳家翹
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A Hong Kong-based freelance journalist working with Newsweek. See my works here: https://www.newsweek.com/authors/ryan-chan Views are my own. Truth is still the truth even if nobody believes it. Lie is still a lie even if everybody believes it.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · Jan 12
This is my first ship-spotting of so many American warships at one time. I have a great day here.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 2h
The United States continues to monitor the military developments of its adversaries, China and North Korea, as an Army spy plane flew near the borders of both countries.
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US Army jet spies on China and North Korea: Flight data
The U.S. Army ATHENA aircraft is a business jet equipped with a signals intelligence sensor suite.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 4h
China has expanded its naval presence in the North Pacific after one of its spy ships was spotted transiting a waterway between Japan's main islands, according to a report.
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Chinese warships sail near US ally into North Pacific
Chinese vessels regularly pass through waterways near Japan, prompting the U.S. ally to deploy aircraft and ships to track them.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 4h
Japan detected Russian warships near its territory as Moscow deployed its navy on a "long-distance" mission in the Asia-Pacific region.
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US ally shadows Russian navy in Pacific
Russian naval vessels regularly transit near Japan as they deploy from and return to their home ports in the Far East.
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Great work here by @colinzwirko.bsky.social: All the weapons on display at North Korea’s 2025 arms expo www.nknews.org/pro/all-the-...
All the weapons on display at North Korea’s 2025 arms expo | NK PRO
North Korea has revealed a range of new weapons developments at an arms expo ongoing this week in Pyongyang, according to NK Pro analysis of state media imagery, including nuclear missiles and aerial ...
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 1d
The Japan Air, Ground and Maritime Self-Defense Forces are scheduled to hold a joint exercise from October 20 to 31 featuring approximately 52,300 personnel, 4,180 vehicles, 60 ships and 310 aircraft as well as U.S. and Australian forces.
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US ally on China's doorstep stages large-scale war games
The exercise aims to practice the Japan Self-Defense Forces' joint operations for the country's defense.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 1d
The United States continues to maintain a strong military presence in the Caribbean amid tensions with Venezuela, with American fighter jets conducting shows of force.
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US fighter jets launch live-fire drills amid Venezuela tensions
U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of President Donald Trump's priorities, the Southern Command said.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 1d
The United Kingdom and India conducted their first-ever dual aircraft carrier operation during a bilateral military exercise in the Indian Ocean this week.
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British and Indian aircraft carriers make history
The U.K.-India naval drill, led by aircraft carriers, focused on anti-air, anti-surface, anti-submarine and flight operations.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 2d
Taiwan is reportedly considering placing additional orders for combat-proven Patriot air defense systems from the United States as its rival, China, advances its missile capabilities in preparation for a potential invasion of the self-ruled island.
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US security partner eyes more Patriot missiles amid China's threat
The Patriot air defense system is designed to defend against tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and aircraft.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 2d
The decommissioning of the Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) marked the transition to the next-generation Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), capable of operating in contested environments, the U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command said.
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US Marines modernize combat power
The U.S. Marine Corps has undergone a modernization initiative to redesign its force structure for future warfare.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 2d
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 3, 2025) – Arleigh Burke-class destroyers USS Mason DDG 87, USS Delbert D. Black DDG 119, and USS Farragut DDG 99, sail in formation while underway as part of the Titans of the Sea Presidential Review. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jayden Howard)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 3, 2025) – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Mason (DDG 87), USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), and USS Farragut (DDG 99), sail in formation while underway as part of the Titans of the Sea Presidential Review. The Titans of the Sea Presidential Review is one of many events taking place throughout the country to showcase maritime capabilities as part of the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday. America is a maritime nation. For 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jayden Howard)
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 4d
The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741) begins a dive into the Strait of Juan de Fuca off the Washington Coast, March 18, 2025, during routine operations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Steve Strohmaier)
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The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741) begins a dive into the Strait of Juan de Fuca off the Washington Coast, March 18, 2025, during routine operations. Special units within the Coast Guard are tasked with the protection of U.S. Naval submarines while surfaced and transiting U.S. territorial waters to and from their patrol stations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Steve Strohmaier)
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 5d
The U.S. Army announced that during an operational test on September 26 at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, four Precision Strike Missile Increment 1 missiles were fired at targets arrayed in a simulated staging area 124 miles away.
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US Army announces missile milestone
The Precision Strike Missile is intended to provide the U.S. Army with a next-generation, long-range precision strike capability.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 5d
China is participating in several United Nations field missions, including peacekeeping, across the Middle East, Africa and South America, as shown in a Newsweek map, as the self-described "responsible major country" seeks to expand its global influence.
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Map shows where China sends troops on UN missions
China has dispatched more than 50,000 personnel to over 20 countries and regions since its first participation in U.N. missions.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 6d
South Korea has decided to acquire military aircraft from the United States to enhance its surveillance capabilities amid the persistent threat from nuclear-armed North Korea.
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South Korea upgrades surveillance against nuclear-armed North
The Global 6500 is a business jet modified with sensors for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 6d
Japan reached a milestone in defending against Chinese and North Korean ballistic missiles as a future radar system, developed by the United States, has begun testing.
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US ally receives boost against ballistic missiles
Japan is building two large naval ships, known as Aegis System Equipped Vessels, to intercept ballistic missiles.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 6d
Satellite imagery shows two Chinese aircraft carriers—CNS Shandong and CNS Fujian—at a base bordering the South China Sea.

Meanwhile, the United States aircraft carrier USS George Washington left its home port in Japan for a patrol in the western Pacific.
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Satellite photo captures two Chinese aircraft carriers in contested waters
China recently achieved a breakthrough, with its newest jets completing takeoffs and landings aboard its third aircraft carrier.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 7d
The United States is enhancing its air power in South Korea by retiring aging aircraft and modernizing fighter jets amid North Korea's threat, newly released photos show.
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US upgrades air power on Korean Peninsula
The U.S. is enhancing F-16 capabilities as part of a modernization plan for its air power in South Korea.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 7d
A Newsweek map shows United States allies deploying aircraft and vessels around Japan this year to help implement United Nations sanctions against North Korea.
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Map shows US allies watching North Korea's sanctions busting
The U.N. Security Council calls on member states to inspect ships suspected of carrying prohibited items for North Korea.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 7d
The United States has begun a trilateral air force war game with Japan and Australia, using F-35A stealth fighter aircraft amid growing threats from regional adversaries.
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US flexes F-35 stealth power with Pacific allies
The U.S. Air Force said Exercise Bushido Guardian 25 is focused on the integration of F-35 fifth-generation fighter capabilities.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 8d
The U.S. Air Force activated the 431st Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron at Kunsan Air Base in South Korea, marking the establishment of the first U.S. Forces Korea MQ-9 Reaper drone squadron.
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US activates new drone squadron on North Korea's doorstep
The U.S. Air Force said it is dedicated to peace and security on the Korean Peninsula.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 8d
The U.S. Air Force activated the 431st Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron at Kunsan Air Base in South Korea, marking the establishment of the first U.S. Forces Korea MQ-9 Reaper drone squadron.
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US activates new drone squadron on North Korea's doorstep
The U.S. Air Force said it is dedicated to peace and security on the Korean Peninsula.
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Ryan Chan 陳家翹 @kakiuchan.bsky.social · 8d
The United States has reportedly deployed military aircraft capable of hunting submarines and spying to Norway and conducted missions near Russia's territory in the Baltic Sea.
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US puts submarine hunters on Russia's doorstep
The presence of the U.S. maritime patrol aircraft comes as NATO strengthens its defense posture across the Baltic region.
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