Global for Tuesday, January 14, 2025

• NATO launches Baltic patrol mission, eyes standard for detaining ships
• China pushing Philippines ‘to the wall’ with sea aggression: Manila
• Trump’s pick to lead Pentagon spars with Dems at confirmation hearing
• Stratolaunch readies second carrier plane for Talon-A hypersonic ride
• Sweden joins NATO push to boost Baltic Sea naval presence
• Denmark flies home more F-35s for patrols to buffer upgrade delays
• The Pentagon’s ‘Replicator’ drone bonanza faces an uncertain future