China has reportedly conducted amphibious landing drills in the South China Sea using specially designed vessels capable of rapidly deploying military vehicles and troops onto beaches, resembling those required for an island invasion. These exercises, observed by analysts, come amid rising tensions over Taiwan’s self-rule. Open-source investigators identified a fleet of large ships in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, confirming the drills took place between March 4 and March 11, potentially indicating preparations for amphibious assault operations in contested regions like Taiwan and the South China Sea.
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As Farooq cries foul, Dulat says his book praises former J&K CM
Farooq Abdullah has disputed A S Dulat's assertion that he supported the abrogation of Article 370, with Dulat clarifying that he was referring to Abdullah's desire to negotiate with Delhi on his own terms. Dulat's book commends Abdullah's leadership and provides insights into significant events such as the Rubaiya Sayeed abduction and the IC-814 hostage swap, showcasing Farooq's initial resistance to certain decisions followed by his eventual compliance. This exchange highlights the complexities of Abdullah's...
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