Defense Spending & Budget News 2 days ago Trump overhauls US arms sales to favor key allies, protect American weapons production President Donald Trump signed ab executive order reshaping U.S. arms sales strategy, leveraging $300 billion in defense sales to prioritize allies and boost production.
Africa 2 days ago Nigeria’s first lady says US strikes were a ‘blessing,' welcomes collaboration with Trump Nigeria's First Lady is seeking a stronger U.S. partnership against terrorism as lawmakers debate ongoing violence affecting Christian communities nationwide.
Russia 2 days ago No limits, no inspections: US and Russia face post–New START era as Trump pushes new nuclear deal Nuclear treaty between U.S. and Russia has expired, leaving world's largest arsenals uncapped as Trump demands new deal and Moscow warns agreement "impossible."
China 3 days ago House Republicans sound alarm over CCP-linked fake research threatening US taxpayer-funded science House Republicans warn Chinese "paper mills" may be flooding U.S. science with fake research, potentially compromising taxpayer-funded programs and grants.
Russia 4 days ago World enters uncharted era as US-Russia nuclear treaty expires, opening door to fastest arms race in decades The New START treaty expires, ending nuclear arms limits between the U.S. and Russia for the first time in more than 50 years. There are no inspections and no caps on arsenals.
Iran 4 days ago Trump’s Iran threats face ‘Obama red line’ test as White House pivots to diplomacy Trump threatens Iran with military action while pursuing diplomatic talks. Recent drone shootdowns escalate tensions as diplomatic summit approaches.
Pentagon 4 days ago Pentagon watchdog warns drone incursions require 'immediate attention' at US military bases Pentagon report reveals military bases face daily drone incursions but lack clear authority to respond effectively, exposing critical security gaps.
Donald Trump 4 days ago What replaced USAID? Inside the Trump administration’s global health overhaul Trump administration shifts billions in global health aid from USAID to State Department control through new comprehensive "America First" strategy.
China 5 days ago South American leader defies Trump's ‘Donroe Doctrine’ in bold China pivot toward Xi Uruguayan President Orsi reportedly defies Trump's "Donroe Doctrine" by signing key trade deals with China's Xi Jinping in historic Beijing meeting.
Venezuelan Political Crisis 6 days ago Sanctioned Russian jet touches down in Cuba, echoing secret flights before Maduro's ouster Russian cargo plane reportedly lands at Cuban military base amid escalating U.S.-Cuba tensions and Trump's national emergency declaration over Havana.
Homeland Security January 30 Inside ICE’s ‘wartime’ hiring surge doubling the force as critics warn of militarized policing ICE's "wartime recruitment" campaign uses military imagery and tactical messaging to hire thousands of new agents, drawing criticism from some former officials.
Iran January 30 Trump says Iran already has US terms as military strike clock ticks Iran offers to discuss nuclear program with U.S. "on an equal footing" as Washington deploys warships to Middle East amid growing diplomatic tensions.
China January 29 US allies edge closer to Beijing as critics warn China is gaining leverage over Washington Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada after Prime Minister Carney announces trade deal with China, escalating tensions as allies defy U.S. pressure.
Marco Rubio January 28 US moves fast to reopen Venezuela embassy after yearslong freeze U.S. to very quickly reopen Venezuela embassy after diplomatic break since 2019, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces to Senate Foreign Relations committee.
ISIS News & Updates January 28 After Trump declared ISIS defeated, US faces new test as detainees move amid Syria power shift ISIS reportedly grows to 10,000 fighters as U.S. transfers detainees from Syria to Iraq amid Kurdish security collapse and regional instability.
Iran January 27 US deports 3 former Iranian Guard members amid rising tensions with Tehran The Department of Homeland Security deported three Iranian nationals with alleged terrorism ties as former Revolutionary Guard members, escalating tensions with Iran.
Venezuelan Political Crisis January 26 Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez snaps at Washington, declares ‘enough’ of US influence Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez rebukes U.S. interference, telling Washington to stop giving "orders" to Venezuelan politicians amid tensions.
Pentagon January 26 Pentagon warns future wars may hit US soil as 'direct military threats' grow Pentagon's new National Defense Strategy prioritizes homeland defense over overseas missions, warning that future wars may hit U.S. soil directly.
NATO January 26 Trump’s NATO warning pushes Europe to face the cost of defending itself Trump's NATO challenges push European defense spending pledges, but analysts say continent still lacks command experience to operate independently.
Syria January 23 Chaos in Syria sparks fears of ISIS prison breaks as US rushes detainees to Iraq Syria chaos sparks ISIS security crisis as 150 detainees relocated to Iraq amid prison breaks. Kurdish forces withdraw from detention facilities.
Iran January 23 Trump threatens Iran with crushing response as Tehran denies halting protest executions Iran's top prosecutor denies Trump's claim that Tehran halted mass executions under U.S. pressure as American naval forces head toward the region.
Iran January 22 Inside Trump’s Iran warning — and the unexpected pause that followed Trump promised Iranian protesters "help is on its way" but paused military action, sparking debate over U.S. credibility and intervention strategy in Iran.
Ukraine January 22 Zelenskyy blasts global inaction on Iran, claims Europe stuck in 'Greenland mode' Zelenskyy slams Europe as "geography, not power" in Davos, Switzerland, warning world leaders rely on symbolism while authoritarian regimes grow stronger globally.
Africa January 21 Nigeria admits more than 160 Christians kidnapped as Trump calls for coordinated terror fight Nigerian authorities have admitted that more than 160 Christians were kidnapped during worship services Sunday after initially denying the simultaneous attacks on three churches.
Donald Trump January 21 NATO chief praises Trump at Davos, says he forced Europe to ‘step up’ on defense NATO chief Mark Rutte defends Trump's impact on European defense spending, saying allies wouldn't have reached 2% GDP targets without his pressure.
China January 20 Trump admin sought redactions on key China war game report warning of US military readiness gaps A new report warns the U.S. could lose the ability to sustain combat within weeks of a China war over Taiwan, as munitions run dry, logistics collapse and global markets face a $10T shock.
United Nations January 19 UN chief accuses US of ditching international law as Trump blasts global bodies UN chief Antonio Guterres slams U.S. foreign policy, claiming America favors 'raw power' over international law in sharp critique of Trump administration.
Mexico January 19 Mexico using 'weaponized immigration' to undermine US sovereignty, author of new book alleges Author alleges Mexico uses consulates and migrant programs to influence U.S. politics, claiming "weaponized immigration" undermines American sovereignty.
Greenland January 19 Trump warns US can no longer think ‘purely of peace’ as he pushes for Greenland control Trump threatens 25% tariffs on European allies including Denmark until Greenland purchase agreement reached, warns he no longer thinks "purely of peace."
Venezuelan Political Crisis January 19 Post Trump meeting, Venezuelan opposition leader says country will hold 'free and fair' elections 'eventually' Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado says "free and fair" elections will come “eventually" after meeting with President Donald Trump, but offers no timeline as the transition unfolds.
