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US Approves Major New Arms Sales Exceeding $15 Billion: Israel Secures $6.67B, Saudi Gets $9B in Strategic Authorization

Friday State Department announcement confirmed $15.67 billion in military sales to strengthen allied capabilities in the Middle East. The dual authorizations for Israel and Saudi Arabia were made public late Friday following congressional notification, coming as the Trump administration navigates complex regional challenges including ceasefire implementation in Gaza and escalating tensions over potential military strikes on Iran. Israel receives $6.67 billion equipment package spanning four...

Trump Backs Deal Separating Immigration Enforcement from Government Funding Crisis

A spending framework backed by President Trump and negotiated with Senate Democrats offers a potential mechanism to prevent government shutdown while separating immigration enforcement funding from broader government funding debates. Trump's Thursday endorsement came with acknowledgment that shutdown remained possible, reflecting procedural uncertainties and the genuine political challenges of addressing deeply divisive issues. The agreement attempts to compartmentalize federal funding discussions, separating immediate operational...

The “Free Economic Zone”: A Radical Proposal to End the War

In an effort to break the stalemate over the Donbas, the Trump administration has floated a "thought-provoking" proposal: the creation of a Free Economic...

Aviation Security Protocols Reviewed After Attack

Aviation security officials reviewed protocols Monday for protecting travelers following the Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15 people at a Hanukkah celebration, with Prime...

Trump’s London and Paris Comparisons Draw Criticism

Donald Trump's repeated comparisons between London, Paris, and their past iterations have drawn sharp criticism for implying that diversity has damaged these global cities....

Trump’s Trade Enforcement Agenda Expands During Agricultural Policy Discussion

President Trump's trade enforcement agenda expanded significantly during a Monday agricultural policy discussion at the White House. What began as a meeting about farmer...

Beyond Government Corridors: The New Spy Targets

Espionage is no longer just about stealing state secrets from government buildings. Former spy chief David Vigneault warns that the targets have shifted to...

Russia-US Talks Yield Nothing as Putin Threatens Europe and Claims Territory Gains

Peace negotiations between Russia and the United States to end the Ukraine conflict concluded without tangible results Tuesday, with senior Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov...

Information Warfare Continues Alongside Military and Diplomatic Operations

While military attacks and diplomatic negotiations dominate attention, information warfare continues as crucial dimension of the conflict. All parties employ strategic communications, propaganda, and...

Peace Negotiations Intensify as Trump Maintains Conditional Summit Stance

The White House intensified Ukraine peace diplomatic efforts while President Trump maintained firm conditional terms for his personal participation in leadership meetings. Trump announced...

‘Psychotic Attack’: Bolsonaro Blames Drug Cocktail for Ankle Monitor Vandalism

Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro claimed that a drug-induced “psychotic attack” was the reason he tampered with his electronic ankle monitor. In testimony provided...

“Washington Softens G20 Boycott as South Africa Pushes Back on Pressure Tactics”

The United States has reopened discussions about participating in the G20 summit in Johannesburg after initially deciding to boycott it. South African President Cyril...

$1 Billion Military Boost: US Doubles Down on Taiwan Defense with Ukrainian War-Proven Technology

The United States has authorized two substantial weapons packages for Taiwan within a single week totaling $1 billion, featuring a nearly $700 million air...

Hope for De-escalation Fades Amidst Submarine Row

Hopes for a quick de-escalation of tension on the Korean Peninsula faded on Tuesday. North Korea condemned a new submarine deal between Seoul and...