02 October 2021 Military News

USS Carl Levin (DDG 120) Christened at Bath Iron Works US Navy 02 Oct 2021 -- The christening of the future USS Carl M. Levin (DDG 120) took place on 2 October 2021 at the General Dynamics Bath Iron Works shipyard in Bath, Maine. DDG 120 is the fifth (of nine) Arleigh Burke-class, "Flight IIA: Technology Insertion" variant for the U.S. Navy.

PLA introduces JH-7A2 fighter bomber at Airshow China; updated version carries extra surface attack weapons Global Times 02 Oct 2021 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force for the first time revealed details on the latest variant of the JH-7 fighter bomber, designated the JH-7A2, at the ongoing Airshow China 2021 in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province.

Indian contingent departs for Sri Lanka joint exercise Mitra Shakti 21 India PIB 02 Oct 2021 -- The 8th Edition of India Sri Lanka bilateral joint Exercise Mitra Shakti will be conducted at Combat Training School, Ampara in Sri Lanka from 4 to 15 October 2021.

Iran strongly stands up to enemies, will give 'crushing' response to threats: Navy commander Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the naval forces strongly stand up to the enemies and will give a harsh and crushing response to any threat and wrong move against the country's territorial waters.
Iranian Army's Air Defense Force unveils new tactical radar, long-range simulator Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- The Iranian Army has showcased a new homegrown tactical radar system capable of highly accurate detection of targets, and a long-range simulator used to intercept and track ballistic missiles and a wide range of projectiles and flying objects.

Turkey warns against warship deal between France, Greece Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- Turkey says a recent warship deal between France and Greece threatens the region's stability as it is aimed at isolating Ankara.

Algeria chases away spying Israeli submarine near territorial waters Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- Algeria's navy forces have chased away a spying Israeli submarine that approached the country's territorial waters during the Algerian army's maritime drills in the western coasts.

Royal Navy Declares Aircraft Carrier HMS Prince Of Wales Operational UK Royal Navy 02 Oct 2021 -- A fortnight-long international exercise off the Scottish coast put the stamp on two years of intensive training for the Portsmouth-based warship, 700-plus crew, the Royal Navy and RAF squadrons who will operate aircraft from her flight deck – including the fifth-generation F-35 Lightning stealth fighter – and thousands of military personnel and civilians who support and maintain the endeavour.

Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure The White House 02 Oct 2021

Report: Afghan Interpreters Who Worked For Dutch Summoned And Threatened By Taliban RFE/RL Gandhara 02 Oct 2021 -- Afghan interpreters who worked for the Netherlands have been ordered by the Taliban to appear in court and their families threatened if they fail to do so, Dutch public television NOS reported.
Taliban 'Tribal Version': Shari'a Is Not The Same Everywhere RFE/RL Gandhara 02 Oct 2021 -- When the Taliban-led government says it is implementing Islamic law in Afghanistan, it is referring to its own strict Sunni interpretation of Shari'a.

Five Soldiers Said Killed In Ambush By Pakistani Taliban RFE/RL Gandhara 02 Oct 2021 -- Five members of Pakistan's security forces have been killed in an attack claimed by the Pakistani Taliban in the North Waziristan tribal region, officials told RFE/RL.

Barricades On Kosovo-Serbia Border Removed, Ending Tense Standoff RFE/RL 02 Oct 2021 -- Two crossings along the Kosovo-Serbia border were reopened to traffic on October 2 as ethnic Serbian protesters removed vehicles, Kosovar special police units withdrew, and NATO troops moved in as part of an EU-mediated deal to defuse a tense standoff sparked by a dispute over vehicle license plates.

ISIS Media Figure and Foreign Fighter Charged with Conspiring to Provide Material Support to a Terrorist Organization, Resulting in Death US Dept. of Justice 02 Oct 2021 -- Defendant was Detained by the Syrian Democratic Forces and Transferred to FBI Custody

Ukraine Charges Former Official In Presidential Office With Spying RFE/RL 02 Oct 2021 -- A former official in the Ukrainian president's office has been accused of treason for allegedly passing on secret information to a foreign country, Ukraine's security agency said.

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks at the 29th Assembly of the Council on Foreign and Defence Policy (CFDP), Moscow, October 2, 2021 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 02 Oct 2021

Hong Kong truly on right track of "one country, two systems": Carrie Lam People's Daily 02 Oct 2021 -- Chief Executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Carrie Lam said Friday that Hong Kong has truly got on the right track of "one country, two systems" under the double safeguards of the national security law in Hong Kong and the improved electoral system.

38 Chinese military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ Friday, setting a record CNA 02 Oct 2021 -- A total of 38 Chinese military aircraft flew into Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Friday, the highest-number in a single day since Taiwan began issuing a tally of such actions in September 2020, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Chinese military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ for 11th consecutive day CNA 02 Oct 2021 -- A fleet of 20 Chinese military aircraft flew into Taiwan's southwestern air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Saturday, marking the 11th consecutive day of such intrusions since Sept. 22, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA holds record-breaking drill near Taiwan island on National Day, 'routine but significant' Global Times 02 Oct 2021 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) reportedly dispatched a record-breaking number of 38 warplanes, mostly fighters and bombers, near the island of Taiwan for exercise on Friday with activities during both day and night on Friday.
China flies 25 fighter jets after incursion by British warship Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- China has flown 25 fighter jets over Taipei's airspace after Britain sent a warship through the Taiwan Strait in a move aimed at challenging Beijing's claim to the strategic waterway.

FM spokesman underscores Iran's commitment to dialogue, diplomacy IRNA 02 Oct 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said here on Saturday that he has in France emphasized the Islamic Republic of Iran's commitment to dialogue and diplomacy as the only way ahead.

The Third Anniversary of the Murder of Jamal Khashoggi US Dept. of State 02 Oct 2021 -- "On the third anniversary of the heinous murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, we honor his extraordinary life and legacy."

Lights Out In Kyrgyzstan RFE/RL 02 Oct 2021 -- It was obvious months ago that Kyrgyzstan would be facing electricity problems by the end of the year. Now, as the calendar moves into October, that time has arrived.

Military finish up training to start fuel deliveries as government extends support to industry UK MOD 02 Oct 2021 -- UK government announces additional measures to help ensure the stability of the UK supply chain.

Erdogan, Putin discuss setting up more nuclear power plants in Turkey Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- The Turkish and Russian heads of state have discussed establishment of two more nuclear power plants in Turkey in addition to one that is already being built in the country's south.

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