Operation Epic Fury: The Story of the 2026 Iran War
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Operation Epic Fury: The Story of the 2026 Iran War

In the early months of 2026, long-simmering tensions in the Middle East finally erupted into an unprecedented regional conflict. Stemming from years of hostility over Iran's nuclear program, failed diplomatic negotiations, and a struggling Iranian economy, the United States and Israel launched a massive preemptive military campaign. This event, known…
Japan’s Shift to Low-Cost Cruise Missiles: Strategic Volume in a Shifting Security Landscape
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Japan’s Shift to Low-Cost Cruise Missiles: Strategic Volume in a Shifting Security Landscape

In recent years, Japan has embarked on a historic modernization of its defense capabilities, moving away from strictly defensive postures to embrace long-range standoff strike capabilities. As part of a record $55 billion defense budget request for fiscal year 2027, the Japanese government has unveiled plans to develop and mass-produce…
The Chokepoint of the World: The 2026 U.S.-Iran Conflict and the Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
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The Chokepoint of the World: The 2026 U.S.-Iran Conflict and the Closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The longstanding geopolitical rivalry between the United States and Iran escalated into a full-scale crisis in early 2026, culminating in the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. As the world's most critical maritime chokepoint for energy transit, the standoff has disrupted global supply chains, heavily impacted international shipping, and…
Why Vietnam’s Economy Is Growing So Fast in 2026 as Exports Boom
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Why Vietnam’s Economy Is Growing So Fast in 2026 as Exports Boom

Vietnam’s economy accelerated sharply in the third quarter of 2026, with gross domestic product (GDP) growing 9.95% year-on-year, marking the country’s fastest quarterly growth in four years. The strong performance was driven mainly by booming exports, a rapid expansion in manufacturing and construction, stronger investment, and continued growth in services.…
Vietnam’s Economy Grows 9.95% in Q3, Fastest Pace This Year
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Vietnam’s Economy Grows 9.95% in Q3, Fastest Pace This Year

HANOI, Oct. 3, 2026 — Vietnam’s economy expanded 9.95% year on year in the third quarter of 2026, marking its fastest quarterly growth this year as strong exports, industrial production and investment helped accelerate economic activity. The latest figure was higher than the 8.15% growth recorded in the first quarter…