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Pakistan has reportedly restricted access to several digital news websites following extensive coverage of the ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). Reports also suggest that some international broadcasters, including Al Jazeera English, have become inaccessible in parts of the country.

What if the world's military rankings are wrong? This video breaks down the biggest myths around the US, China, Russia and India and why the strongest military on paper isn't always the strongest in war. Watch now: 🎥 https://youtu.be/8ceW-Ni4Bjw?si=Z5j7z-QZSWim75nN

Former French Navy Rafale pilot and YouTuber Pierre-Henri Chuet is under formal investigation in France over China-linked military training and the possible transfer of sensitive defense knowledge.

🎥 NEW DOCUMENTARY The Kargil War Explained: Pakistan's Biggest Military Gamble From the Lahore Declaration to Tiger Hill, this documentary explores the strategy, politics, diplomacy, and human stories behind one of South Asia's most consequential conflicts. 📺 Watch now: https://youtu.be/TkeETxr75Zk

The Armed Forces of the Philippines says China Coast Guard personnel aboard a rigid hull inflatable boat aggressively struck Philippine Navy personnel aboard a rubber boat using wooden batons at the Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea on Monday (July 20, 2026).

France has completed the integration of 68mm laser-guided rockets (LGRs) aboard the Dassault Rafale combat aircraft for the counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) role.

🇷🇺 A Russian anti-drone team’s training session nearly turned into disaster after a soldier lost control of a YakB-12.7mm rotary machine gun mounted on a truck. The powerful weapon, originally designed for the Mi-24 Hind attack helicopter, violently swung around during firing, forcing nearby soldiers to run for cover. The footage is a brutal reminder: improvising weapons for the drone war is one thing. Controlling them is another.

Report- Two Chinese military pilots died during frontline flight training exercises last month. A senior colonel and a first lieutenant were among the fatalities reported by media. Both pilots served under the People's Liberation Army Southern Theatre Command.

Report- China successfully tested a new rocket retrieval system using a net. This marks a significant step towards developing reusable rockets for the nation. The Long March 10B rocket booster was recovered offshore after its flight. This advancement aims to reduce launch costs for commercial satellite constellations. China plans further booster reuse for upcoming missions by year-end.

BREAKING: A Hellenic Air Force F-16 made an emergency gear-up landing at Zakynthos Airport, Greece, following a landing gear malfunction. The aircraft caught fire after landing. The pilot safely exited without ejecting.

US President Donald Trump claimed that Iranian forces launched 111 missiles at the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier during the 40-day conflict with Tehran. He made the remarks while meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey. In an apparent verbal slip, Trump mistakenly referred to Iran as the "Islamic Republic of Japan" while describing the missile attacks. The White House has not issued any clarification on the gaffe.

Ukrainian forces say they destroyed an S-400 missile system launcher. 🌎 Follow @grydglobal for more Intl. Defence Updates

Report- China's naval forces have successfully test-fired a strategic missile from a nuclear submarine in the Pacific Ocean. The launch occurred on Monday, following regional concerns about Beijing's missile testing plans. A spokesperson confirmed the missile, carrying a training warhead, accurately hit its designated target in international waters. This development comes amid heightened regional tensions. Note- Representational image only

UK Royal Navy has successfully launched a strike-capable drone from a ship at sea.

GCAP has taken another huge step forward with a new £4.6 billion contract to support the delivery of a next-gen stealth fighter by 2035.

An F-35B hovering almost motionless over Washington DC during rehearsals for America’s 250th birthday celebrations. 🇺🇸 The hover looks impressive. The real advantage is being able to operate from amphibious assault ships and places where conventional fighters simply can't. #F35

WATCH: Chinese-made CH-95 drone, supplied to the terror group RSF by the UAE, is shot down by a Sudanese Army AKINCI drone using an air-to-air missile. UAE actively supports RSF terrorism with Chinese drones.

🇷🇸 Serbia's Chinese Drone Firepower on Display 🇨🇳 Serbia has showcased a live-fire demonstration of its Chinese-made FH-95 armed drone, successfully striking ground targets with FT-8B/C laser-guided missiles. Serbia was among the first European nations to acquire Chinese combat drones, adding CH-92A systems in 2020 and later inducting FH-95 reconnaissance-strike drones between 2022–23. China's defence exports continue expanding their footprint in Europe.

U.S. released a new B-21 Raider promo. 🇺🇸