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Tomáš Kolomazník na TV Nova komentoval výsledky průzkumu agentury STEM, který se týkal ochoty bránit zemi. Ochota není vysoká, ale kopíruje současné trendy. Důvodů může být několik, relativní bezpečí v ČR, obava riskovat život, "odcizení" armády od společnosti, politická polarizace, nedůvěra k politikům.

🚀 Japan to Deploy Long-Range Missiles as U.S. Security Concerns Grow 🇯🇵🔗🇺🇸
Japan is taking a bold step in strengthening its defense by deploying long-range missiles on Kyushu next year. These missiles will have the range to reach North Korea and China’s coastal regions, forming a key part of Japan’s “counterstrike capabilities.” 🛡️

With rising regional tensions and uncertainty over U.S. security commitments, Japan is actively bolstering its military. However, to avoid escalating tensions with China, deployments on the Okinawa islands are unlikely. 🌏⚖️

Experts believe these measures could reinforce U.S.-Japan ties, but concerns linger over America’s long-term commitment to its security pact. This shift could even reignite debates on Japan acquiring nuclear weapons. ⚠️☢️

As Europe moves towards militarization, Japan is also expanding its arsenal in response to shifting global security dynamics. The question remains: Is the world entering a new era of military build-up? 🧐💭

🔹 What are your thoughts on Japan’s evolving defense strategy? Share your insights below! ⬇️
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🌏 China’s Military Movements: Australia Caught Off Guard 🚢💥
Uncertainty looms over Australia’s awareness of China’s recent live-fire drills in the Tasman Sea. 🤔 The first alert?Not from official intelligence — but from a Virgin Australia pilot who overheard a Chinese naval broadcast on February 21. 🎧✈️

Shortly after, the New Zealand navy informed Australia, while Beijing insists it gave prior warnings. 📡
🔴 What happened?
China’s warships conducted live-fire drills in international waters, just 346 nautical miles off Australia’s coast. 🌊
🇦🇺 Australian air traffic control quickly issued a hazard alert, diverting flights to avoid the area.
🕵️‍♂️ Though no direct observation of the firing occurred, naval movements strongly indicated live-fire exercises.
📅 The drills continued on February 22, leading to the rerouting of 49 aircraft.
🇦🇺 Australian authorities have since raised concerns about China’s "lack of notice."
🇨🇳 Meanwhile, China maintains its actions were lawful and properly communicated — and has reaffirmed its position that it will take Taiwan "sooner or later." ⚠️🇹🇼

🌊 Undersea Warfare? NATO Defends Baltic Cables from Hybrid Threats 🌐⚓
🔒 NATO has launched "Baltic Sentry", a multinational taskforce, to protect critical undersea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. 🚢💻

💡 The initiative comes amid growing hybrid threats, including:
📉 Severing of Estlink 2 power cable, linked to Russia’s shadow fleet.
🛳️ Damage to pipelines and data cables by Chinese vessels.
⚡ Baltic states preparing to disconnect from Russia’s energy grid by February.
📣 Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General, highlights the seabed’s vital role in global finance and communications, vowing serious consequences for future sabotage.

🌍 A clear message: NATO is committed to safeguarding the infrastructure that keeps the world connected.
💬 What are your thoughts on NATO’s proactive stance in the Baltic Sea?