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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain
UK Launches AI-Powered Maritime Surveillance System to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet in Baltic
In response to recent damage to critical undersea infrastructure, the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) has activated an advanced AI-powered surveillance system to monitor potential maritime threats and track Russia’s...

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Malte Humpert
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gCaptain
Icebreaker ‘Storis’ Officially Joins U.S. Coast Guard Fleet
The Biden administration plans to impose more sanctions on Russia over its war on Ukraine, taking aim at its oil revenues with action against tankers carrying Russian crude, three sources with knowledge of the matter said.
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain
USCGC Polar Star Departs Sydney on Antarctic Resupply Mission
The U.S. Coast Guard’s only heavy icebreaker, USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10), has departed Sydney to begin its Antarctic mission supporting Operation Deep Freeze 2025. The departure marks the vessel’s...

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Malte Humpert
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gCaptain
U.S. Department of Defense Sounds Alarm Bells About China’s Growing Presence in Arctic
By Malte Humpert (gCaptain) – China’s Arctic activities feature prominently in a new DoD report to Congress about the country’s military and security developments. In the decade since gaining observer status...

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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain
U.S. Forces Strike Houthi Weapons Facilities and Radar Sites in Yemen Amid Red Sea Tensions
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted precision strikes against Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen on December 30 and 31, targeting key military infrastructure and weapons facilities. The strikes, carried out by...

From
Malte Humpert
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gCaptain
Russian Navy Launches Second Arctic ‘Combat Icebreaker’
The Admiralty Shipyards in Saint Petersburg launched the second armed Arctic icebreaker for Russia’s Navy.

From
Mike Schuler
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gCaptain
Coast Guard Begins Construction of First Heavy Polar Icebreaker in Five Decades
The U.S. Coast Guard has received approval to commence construction of its first heavy polar icebreaker in more than 50 years. The milestone announcement comes as the service also reveals...

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Bloomberg
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gCaptain
Iran Oil Tycoon ‘Hector’ Plays Key Role in Arms Sales to Russia
An Iranian oil tycoon who’s managed to quietly embed himself in the heart of the Western financial system is among a cadre of businessmen handling weapons deliveries across the Caspian Sea to Russia, helping Moscow in its war in Ukraine.

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Reuters
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gCaptain
Netanyahu Says Israel Will Continue To Act Against The Houthis
JERUSALEM, Dec 22 (Reuters) – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Israel would continue acting against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, whom he accused of threatening world shipping and the international order, and...

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Malte Humpert
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gCaptain
U.S. Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Production Decision Expected This Week After Multi-Year Delay
In a major step for the U.S. Coast Guard’s efforts to construct its first heavy icebreaker in 50 years, the production decision by the Department of Homeland Security is expected this week.

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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain
Bipartisan SHIPS Act Aims to Revitalize U.S. Maritime Industry, Counter China’s Dominance
In a landmark move to restore America’s maritime leadership, a bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced comprehensive legislation aimed at rebuilding the nation’s declining shipbuilding and commercial maritime industries. The...

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Bloomberg
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gCaptain
German Lawmakers Approve €4.7 Billion Order for Submarines
German lawmakers approved the government’s request for €4.7 billion to buy four additional U212CD submarines from Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems GmbH on top of the two already ordered.