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INDO-PACIFIC
North Korea Deploys Its First Destroyer, Vowing to Project Nuclear Power by Sea
What changed
North Korea launched the 5,000‑ton destroyer Choe Hyon on June 25 2026, the largest warship it has built, and says it can carry nuclear‑capable missiles. The ship was built at Nampho Shipyard and was first commissioned after its April 25 2025 launch.
INDO-PACIFIC
Taiwan Budget Calls for $6.6b for Attack Drones, Unmanned Surface Vessels
What changed
Taiwan's executive branch proposed a $6.6 billion budget on June 24 2026 to acquire more than 200,000 domestically produced unmanned systems, including attack drones and unmanned surface vessels.
INDO-PACIFIC
US Uk, France, Germany Raise Alarm About Chinese Patrols Off Eastern Taiwan
What changed
The United States, United Kingdom, France and Germany issued a joint statement on June 24 2026 condemning Chinese naval patrols off eastern Taiwan.
MIDDLE EAST
White House Asks Congress for $87.6 Billion, Mostly for Iran War
What changed
The White House submitted a request to Congress on June 24 2026 for $87.6 billion, with $67.15 billion earmarked for the military and $21 billion for munitions and industrial‑base strengthening, primarily to fund the ongoing Iran war.
INDO-PACIFIC
Gao Report on Countering China
What changed
A GAO report released June 23 2026 noted that U.S.