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Britain must train citizen army, military chief warns
General Sir Patrick Sanders points to threat of Russia as he warns of UK's lack of readiness for war.
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U.S. Is Watching North Korea for Signs of Lethal Military Action
A shift by Kim Jong-un, North Korea’s leader, toward open hostility against South Korea is alarming but does not indicate he is about to start a full- [...]
Diego Garcia: UN says UK military island not suitable for stranded migrants
UN officials have been granted access to Diego Garcia two years after asylum seekers landed there.
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Starmer denies backtracking on military action vote
While campaigning to take over from Jeremy Corbyn as Labour leader in 2020, Sir Keir said he wanted a new law "that said military action could be take [...]
Labour leader backs military operation against Houthi rebels
Sir Keir Starmer says “it was clear” they had carried out attacks on shipping in Red Sea, putting lives at risk, and disrupting international traffic. [...]
U.S. Military Aid to Ukraine Was Poorly Tracked, Pentagon Report Concludes
The Defense Department’s inspector general found that American defense officials and diplomats in Washington and Europe had failed to quickly or fully [...]
DeSantis and Haley Clash Over Military Aid to Ukraine
Nikki Haley said U.S. aid to Ukraine was essential to preventing a broader conflict, while Ron DeSantis said he didn’t want the U.S. to be dragged int [...]
U.S. to Clamp Down on Financial Firms That Help Russia Buy Military Supplies
President Biden will sign an executive order granting the Treasury Department broader powers to curb the flow of weapons components.
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U.S. and China Restore Military Dialogue
In a video call with his Chinese counterpart, Gen. Charles Q. Brown stressed the importance of communication to reduce tensions.
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U.S. Military Returns to the Jungle, Training for Future Threats
Far from the deserts of the Middle East, the Army is instructing troops in Hawaii on the skills needed for a potential clash with China.
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GOP Support Grows for Majewski, a Trump Ally With a Disputed Military Record
J.R. Majewski, an ally of former President Donald J. Trump, is seeking to avenge his 13-point loss in the 2022 midterm elections in Ohio.
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How Much Military Aid the U.S. Has Given to Ukraine
Here’s a look at the assistance the United States has provided for Ukraine’s defense and the political debate about whether more should be sent.
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Tuberville Says He Will Drop Military Promotion Blockade
Under pressure from senators in both parties, the Alabama Republican said he would allow more than 400 promotions to move forward, continuing to block [...]
U.S. Seeks to Resume Military Dialogue with Beijing
The Joint Chiefs chairman said in a letter to his Chinese counterpart that restoring communications is crucial to avoiding misunderstandings.
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Laos military says country’s crypto operators owe $20M in unpaid taxes
In an effort to boost state revenues, Laos appears to be turning its attention to the country's crypto sector.According to a Nov. 9 report by China's [...]