From C-17s to Apaches: India-US defence ties reach a new level as Washington marks 250 years
The relationship between India and the United States has undergone a major shift in defence cooperation, moving from Cold War-era mistrust and sanctions to a partnership that now spans military exercises, intelligence sharing, technology transfers and large-scale arms sales. The latest account of that evolution comes as the United States marks 250 years of independence, with the two countries described as having become close strategic partners in the Indo-Pacific. The development is being framed around a series of agreements and purchases that have expanded interoperability between their armed forces.According to the supplied material, a turning point came in 1962 during... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
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India announces Modi six-day visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand
India has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand from July 6 to July 11 for a series of bilateral talks and summit meetings. The Ministry of External Affairs said the six-day trip will begin in Indonesia before continuing to Australia and ending in New Zealand. The visit comes as New Delhi seeks to deepen engagement across the Indo-Pacific region.According to the ministry briefing, Modi will meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Officials said diaspora engagements are also planned in each country,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 16:32 LONDON
India and Japan discuss West Asia, Ukraine and maritime security at summit talks
India and Japan have held summit talks in New Delhi covering a wide range of security and diplomatic issues, including the West Asia crisis, the Ukraine conflict and maritime stability in the Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also discussed cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, according to the joint statement released after the meeting. The talks placed particular emphasis on regional sea lanes, supply chains and cooperation with other partners in Asia.The two leaders stressed the importance of securing free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining stable supply chains for energy and other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 20:01 LONDON
Gulf states move to diversify security alliances after US-Iran war
Gulf Cooperation Council states are accelerating efforts to broaden their security partnerships after the United States-Israel war on Iran, according to analysts cited in the supplied material. The shift comes as the region continues to absorb the effects of the conflict and as Tehran and Washington hold talks toward a lasting agreement. The countries involved are also said to be seeking greater regional autonomy while maintaining their existing ties with Washington.The immediate trigger described in the source is the war that began on 28 February, during which Iranian attacks targeted military bases hosting US troops and some civilian sites in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:30 LONDON
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Queensland police charge 11 over 3D-printed gun blueprints as crackdown continues
Queensland police have charged 11 people with possessing or distributing blueprint material for the manufacture of firearms, after the state tightened its laws in response to the Bondi terror attack. The charges cover the period from March, when the legislation came into effect, through to June this year. Police say the cases form part of a wider crackdown on privately made firearms and the digital files used to produce them.Among the cases cited by investigators are two men accused of possessing 34 3D-printed Glock-style firearms, 800 rounds of ammunition, handgun magazines and a hard drive containing blueprints for printing 3D... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 21:06 LONDON
