Sudan-Russia Naval Base Agreement

Sudan agrees to give Russia a naval base on the Red Sea coast after losing its base in Syria. Negotiations with Syria over the Tartus base are not going well. Russia aims to build a larger base in Sudan to ease logistical pressure in Africa.

China's Military Drills with Cambodia Featuring Robodogs

China conducted military drills with Cambodia featuring robot dogs armed with automatic rifles. The PLA is ahead in killer robot research, focusing on urban warfare capabilities. Chinese robodogs cost significantly less than American models. China may establish a military presence at a Cambodian naval base, causing concern for the U.S.