Defense
Defense & National Security
Pentagon politics, military spending, intelligence community, and the threats facing American security.
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US Launches Defensive Strikes in Southern Iran Amid Ceasefire Talks
U.S. Central Command launched defensive strikes in southern Iran, targeting mine-laying boats and missile sites, while c
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Russia Orders Foreigners Out of Kyiv After Massive Missile and Drone Barrage
Russia warned foreign nationals to leave Kyiv after a massive attack involving 90 missiles and 600 drones, targeting def
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Redefining Asymmetric War: Why Old Labels Fail Modern Conflicts
Harlan Ullman argues that all wars exploit asymmetry and hybrid tactics, making these terms meaningless. He examines how
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Acting Navy Secretary Contradicts Trump on $14B Taiwan Arms Hold
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao contradicted the White House, stating a $14 billion Taiwan arms sale was paused for munit
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Hegseth Blasts Identity Politics at West Point, Vows End to 'Slow Slide'
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used his West Point commencement speech to attack identity politics, promising to reverse
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Centcom Marks 100 Ship Diversions in Strait of Hormuz Blockade
U.S. Central Command says it has redirected over 100 commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz blockade, calling it a m
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Critics Warn Trump's Cuba Indictment and Rhetoric Signal Invasion Pretext
The indictment of Raúl Castro and administration warnings about Cuba's military threat have critics accusing the White H
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Pentagon Releases Second Trove of UAP Files Including 40 Videos Requested by Lawmakers
The Pentagon released its second batch of UAP files, featuring over 40 videos requested by lawmakers, along with NASA mi
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Taipei Says No Official Word on $14B US Arms Sale Pause Amid Iran War Concerns
Taiwan's government says it has not been officially notified of any pause on a $14 billion US arms sale, after acting Na
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Germany's Defense Surge: Berlin Commits $114B, Eyes European Military Lead
Germany has increased defense spending to $114 billion, its highest since 1990, as Chancellor Merz commits to 'whatever
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Trump Taps Acting Pentagon Budget Chief Jules Hurst for Permanent Role
President Trump has nominated acting Pentagon comptroller Jules 'Jay' Hurst III for the permanent role, tasking him with
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Pentagon Confirms 42 Aircraft Lost in Iran Conflict as Costs Mount
At least 42 U.S. military aircraft have been lost or damaged in the Iran war, per a Congressional Research Service repor