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Lockheed Martin gets $35 billion Thaad deal as Trump looks to stockpile weaponsPresident Trump is convening with top defense executives to accelerate weapons production, addressing depleted U.S. stockpiles after extens...
White House seeks $87.6 billion from Congress for Iran war costs, US farmers and Ebola responseThe White House has formally requested $87.6 billion, primarily to replenish the Pentagon following the U.S. war against Iran. This comes a...
White House set to host weapons makers as US defence stockpile worry growsThe White House is convening defense contractors this week to ramp up munitions production, as stockpiles are strained by the ongoing confl...
China hits back at US sanctions on tech giants, restricts exports to 10 American defense firmsChina imposed export controls on 10 US companies involved in defence and rare earths mining in response to Washington's blacklist, and bann...
Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?Congress grapples with the aftermath of President Trump's Iran conflict, questioning its worth amidst lives lost and billions spent. While ...
Hollywood to Bollywood no more: US makes a move in India's backyardThe United States has renamed its Indo-Pacific Command back to Pacific Command. This change signals a strategic shift away from broad allia...
US holds off blacklisting China's DeepSeek, more than 100 firms deemed security risks, sources sayDeepSeek, CXMT and other companies were approved by an interagency committee last year for addition to the Commerce Department's Entity Lis...
U.S. held back blacklisting DeepSeek, over 100 Chinese firms despite security concerns, sources sayAmerica has delayed adding over 100 Chinese firms, including AI startup DeepSeek and chipmaker CXMT, to a trade blacklist. These companies ...
Forget the DOJ. For a Trump pardon, call "Bobby" and other influencersPresident Donald Trump's pardon system has shifted dramatically. Influence now hinges on personal networks and narratives of victimhood, by...
Hegseth says the US controls the Strait of Hormuz, while also warning of bomb strikes on Iran’s 'key facilities'America is taking a firm stand in the Strait of Hormuz, demonstrating significant influence over this crucial maritime corridor. While Iran...
At FIFA World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they poseSecurity is heightened for the World Cup with a strict no-drone policy over stadiums. Law enforcement has new powers to disable or shoot do...
Zen proverb of the day: "Knowledge is learning something every day. Wisdom is letting go of something every day." Knowledge vs wisdom? How true unlearning unlocks growth, success, and inner peaceEver thought why some people keep gaining knowledge yet never find real wisdom? The Zen proverb of the day reveals a powerful truth. Learni...
Trump unveils $700 million coal support plan using emergency powersPresident Donald Trump is using emergency powers to boost the US coal industry. Nearly $700 million will fund upgrades to power plants and ...
Journalists barred from Pentagon press office: States that it has been designated as a 'Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility'The Pentagon has restricted media access further. Its press office has been redesignated as a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility....
The great Indo-Pacific hedge - deeper defence ties as US doubts grow and China ascendsNations in the Indo-Pacific are boosting their defense capabilities and cooperation. This is happening as China's military grows and the Un...
Europe is facing up to a painful vulnerability to drone warfareA Russian drone crash in Romania highlights Europe's struggle with modern aerial warfare. Drone incidents are now a near-daily occurrence a...
Shangri-La Dialogue opens with China and doubts about US priorities topping concernsAsia's top defense summit convenes amid rising concerns over China's military might and assertiveness. Leaders will discuss America's Indo-...
Trump gathers Cabinet as he looks to seal deal to end war that some backers worry will embolden IranPresident Trump is close to a deal to end the war with Iran. This agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and reduce Iran's nuclear c...
Iran’s Supreme Leader warns US has no safe place as truce violation triggers fresh tensions in Middle EastIran claims US strikes in Hormozgan province breached a seven-week ceasefire. The US military states the strikes were defensive, targeting ...
US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source saysTaiwan awaits a significant U.S. arms sale. A U.S. official suggested a pause due to munitions needs for an Iran conflict. However, a sourc...