This document covers various military and geopolitical developments involving China, Russia, Iran, and global security concerns. China is focused on enhancing its military capabilities with a new anti-communication system missile for potential Taiwan conflicts, as well as using UAVs for humanitarian efforts like communication services during floods. Russia is learning lessons from its involvement in Syria and exploring the use of robots and mercenaries to address manpower shortages, while also advancing its electronic warfare systems. Iran, along with Russia and China, is planning joint naval drills in the Persian Gulf, and Iran continues to enhance its missile power. Additionally, there are concerns about violent non-state actors in Africa increasing their use of drones, and ongoing security challenges in regions such as the Sahel and the Indo-Pacific.