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North Korea threatens to take 'additional military options' against Japan in response to its expanding defense capabilities, accusing Tokyo of becoming a 'war criminal state'. Kim Yo-jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, made the remarks via the Korean Central News Agency.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy dismissed his tech-savvy defense minister, prompting protests from supporters who credit him with enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities. The article explores technologies and policies driving Ukraine's military transformation, including 3D-printed weapons.

Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko is leading the country's delegation to the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 in Gdańsk, where Kyiv aims to secure agreements on defense capabilities, energy, and economic cooperation. The conference, co-hosted by Poland and Ukraine, will focus on reconstruction and investment in sectors damaged by Russia's war.

A survey of 15 European countries found that 11% of Europeans view the US as an ally. The poll highlights growing skepticism about US security commitments under Trump and increased support for enhancing European defense capabilities.

Hegseth praised Indo-Pacific nations for enhancing their defense capabilities, highlighting their investments as an example of effective burden sharing.

Mojtaba Kian was executed in Iran for espionage related to sharing defense information during the nearly 40-day conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. This marks the first such execution in the Islamic Republic since the ongoing war began.