By Luke Allen Hong Kong: The repercussions of a high-profile sedition case in Hong Kong are being felt far and wide, as a local court handed down convictions to two former editors of the now-defunct pro-democracy news outlet, Stand News. The journalists in question, Chung Pui-kuen and Patrick Lam, now face the specter of up…
By Richard Jones *Khartoum, Sudan* — The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) has taken a decisive step to investigate its operations in Sudan as it grapples with a deepening famine crisis. The initiation of the probe follows troubling allegations of fraud and the suppression of vital information regarding food aid distribution by two senior…
By Richard Jones In a decisive move to bolster domestic employment, the Canadian government has announced the reinstatement of stricter Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program regulations. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault outlined the new measures, emphasizing the need to prioritize Canadian workers and address program abuses. The decision comes as Canada…
By Luke Allen In a concerning development that has raised alarms in the region, a Chinese Y-9 intelligence-gathering aircraft breached Japanese airspace over the disputed Danjo Islands, according to the Japanese Defense Ministry. The unauthorized incursion, lasting approximately two minutes, represents the first recorded violation of this nature in the area and has underscored the…
By Luke Allen Jakarta, Indonesia – In a demonstration of regional cooperation and military prowess, Indonesia is hosting a large-scale multinational military exercise, “Super Garuda Shield,” involving approximately 7,500 personnel from ten countries. This significant event includes participation from the United States, Australia, Japan, Britain, Singapore, South Korea, Canada, New Zealand, and France. The exercise,…
By Luke Allen In a move that has stirred both domestic and international debate, the U.S. State Department has greenlit a significant arms deal with Israel worth a staggering $20 billion. This deal, announced just days ago, includes a range of military hardware, notably more than 50 F-15 fighter jets and advanced missiles, marking a…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com Beijing, August 11, 2024 — In a diplomatic move that has caught many by surprise, China has firmly supported Iran in its efforts to defend its national sovereignty and ensure regional security. This stance was communicated during a phone call between Chinese Foreign Minister…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com August 10, 2024 – In a revealing threat intelligence report, Microsoft has disclosed that Iran is ramping up its cyber operations to interfere with the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The report highlights a range of activities, including phishing attacks targeting a presidential campaign, the…
by Luke Allen In a significant development that could alter the balance of power in ongoing regional conflicts, Iran is set to deliver hundreds of ballistic missiles to Russia, according to two European intelligence sources. The missiles, specifically the Fath-360 close-range ballistic missiles, are expected to be handed over following the completion of training for…
