During the SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Qingdao, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, for a high-level bilateral dialogue. The two leaders discussed regional security, counter-terrorism, and military cooperation, emphasising peaceful dispute resolution and Indo-Pacific stability. Their ceremonial exchange of gifts symbolised ongoing diplomatic efforts despite complex India-China relations.
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The Pentagon has released dramatic bunker-buster test footage amid scepticism over recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth slammed media leaks, while White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised Trump’s successful ceasefire deal. Israel hailed the joint strike as “Operation Rising Lion,” with Prime Minister Netanyahu thanking Trump for his support. The mission is now seen as a landmark moment in U.S.-Israel strategic coordination and a turning point in the Israel-Iran conflict.
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At the 2025 SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Qingdao, India took a firm stand against terrorism. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refused to sign the joint declaration after it excluded mention of the Pahalgam terror attack but included indirect allegations against India regarding Balochistan. Why this matters, and what led to this? Take a look.
26 June,2025 07:08 PM IST
At the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in Qingdao, Chinese Defence Minister Admiral Dong Jun warmly welcomed Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. The two held a cordial discussion as top defence leaders from member states focused on regional security, counter-terrorism, and military cooperation. The interaction highlighted growing China-Pakistan military ties amid shifting regional dynamics, with a joint SCO communiqué on key defence priorities expected soon.
26 June,2025 03:34 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
