Israel Swears Its Missile Defense Can Block Syrian Attacks

Wired

Israel may have attacked targets in Syria — and risked a wider war — to stop ballistic missiles from falling into the hands of Islamic extremists. But current and former Israeli missile defense officials insist that if Hezbollah militants ever [...]

Chinese troops continue mobilization along N. Korean border

The Washington Free Beacon

China’s military is continuing to mobilize military forces along the North Korean border despite official denials as Pyongyang appears set for a missile test launch this week, according to U.S. officials. U.S. intelligence agencies continued to collect reports of Chinese [...]