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The latest on the U.S.-South Korea nuclear submarine deal as of Dec 26, 2025. Explore how Washington is shifting defense burdens and what this means for East Asian security.

China imposes sanctions and asset freezes on US defense firms like Lockheed Martin over Taiwan arms sales, escalating geopolitical tensions and supply chain risks.

The US, China, and Russia have clashed at the United Nations over Washington's seizure of Venezuelan oil tankers, with Beijing accusing the US of violating international law.

A new Pentagon report warns that China's 'historic' military buildup is making the US homeland increasingly vulnerable, citing nuclear, maritime, and cyber capabilities. The report also calls US-China military relations strong.