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Venezuela Seeks to Criminalize Oil Tanker Seizures

Venezuela's government is pushing to criminalize the seizure of its oil tankers as former U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime. This geopolitical tension could impact global oil markets.

Hegseth Announces New Effort Against ISIS in Syria

Following the deaths of two U.S. soldiers and an interpreter in Syria, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a renewed military effort to eliminate Islamic State fighters. Details on the response.

Rocket Lab Awarded $816M U.S. Space Force Satellite Contract

Rocket Lab secures a landmark $816 million prime contract to build 18 missile-defense satellites for the U.S. Space Force, marking its largest deal and a major shift in defense contracting. Discover how this impacts national security space.

U.S. $10B+ Arms Sale to Taiwan Announced

The U.S. has approved a major arms sale to Taiwan valued over US$10 billion, a move certain to escalate tensions with China. Get the details on the deal and its geopolitical implications.

Trump Orders Naval Blockade on Venezuela Oil Tankers

President Trump announces a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers bound for Venezuela, escalating military pressure to cripple the Maduro regime's economy. Read the latest on this major foreign policy move.

Germany Approves New Military Recruitment Strategy

German lawmakers have passed a significant plan to attract more military recruits, a move that aims to bolster the Bundeswehr without reinstating conscription. Learn the details and implications.

NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Crackdown

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging a crackdown on press freedoms. Get the latest details on this major legal and media confrontation.

Maduro says call with Trump was 'cordial'

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has characterized a recent phone conversation with former U.S. President Donald Trump as 'cordial'. This comes as U.S. lawmakers push for a war powers vote following Trump's pledge of a Venezuela attack. Read the lates

UK, Norway sign pact for joint Russian submarine hunts

The United Kingdom and Norway have signed a new defense agreement to jointly hunt Russian submarines in the North Atlantic. This pact signals deepening allied cooperation amid ongoing regional tensions.

Classified Report on Hegseth's Signal Use Sent to Congress

A classified Pentagon inspector general report concerning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the encrypted Signal app has been delivered to congressional oversight committees. The move follows scrutiny of secure communications practices at the highes

Stefanik Accuses Johnson of Lying Over Defense Bill

Rep. Elise Stefanik publicly accused House Speaker Mike Johnson of dishonesty after her 'deep state' provision was excluded from a defense policy bill. The clash highlights GOP internal divisions.

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