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Waves pummel Marshall Islands Army base, ‘marathon of recovery’ ahead
One video shows the surge of water rush into an on-base restaurant as people attempt to avoid getting swept away.
Solomon Islands asks navies not to send ships pending review
The government made the request after the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Oliver Henry and the British navy patrol boat HMS Spey canceled planned port calls.
Freedom of navigation operations rose in 2021, but fewer were near China
U.S. forces challenged 37 excessive maritime claims by 26 countries in fiscal 2021, up from 28 such claims by 19 countries the year before.
China fully militarized isles, Indo-Pacific commander says
The efforts were part of China’s flexing its military muscle, U.S. Indo-Pacific commander Adm. John C. Aquilino said.
US, Japan agree to two defense pacts amid China worries
The U.S. and Japan are close to signing a new five-year pact for Japan to support U.S. military forces in the country and a new agreement to research and develop new defense technologies.
By Joe Gould
Russia sends missiles near Pacific islands claimed by Japan
The Bastion systems were moved to Matua, a deserted volcanic island in the middle of the chain.
US Indo-Pacific commander reaffirms alliance with Japan amid China territorial claims
The head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command held talks with top Japanese officials and reaffirmed their alliance amid China’s increasingly assertive claims.
Japan, US, France hold 1st joint drills on Japanese land
About 100 Japanese troops, along with 60 troops each from the French army and U.S. Marine Corps, will conduct urban warfare drills followed by amphibious operation exercises.
US sailor who died while snorkeling off Tinian beach identified
Construction Mechanic Constructionman Gen Sun died April 18.
By Diana Stancy