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10 months ago

The US Navy is planning for possible war by 2027, when China expects it will be ready to invade Taiwan, US admiral says

The US Navy is enhancing its readiness for potential conflict with China by 2027, driven by threats to Taiwan.

2 weeks ago

US politics

The US Navy needs a big fix to get ready for a war with China. Here's the top admiral's plan.

Left-wing politics

10 months ago

The US Navy is planning for possible war by 2027, when China expects it will be ready to invade Taiwan, US admiral says

The US Navy is enhancing its readiness for potential conflict with China by 2027, driven by threats to Taiwan.

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#uk-defense

2 weeks ago

UK news

UK must prepare for war with Russia within five years, ex-British Army chief warns

Tell us if Britain should revive national service to prepare for war

UK military capabilities are critically underprepared for current global threats, especially from Russia.

2 weeks ago

UK news

UK must prepare for war with Russia within five years, ex-British Army chief warns

Tell us if Britain should revive national service to prepare for war

UK military capabilities are critically underprepared for current global threats, especially from Russia.

EU unveils 'stockpiling strategy' to prepare for war

The EU has launched its first stockpiling plan for essential goods to ensure availability during crises.

Berlin

fromThe Mercury News

Berkeley, a Look Back: City's July 4, 1925, events included 'Defense Day'

Berkeley's 1925 July Fourth celebration marked a blend of patriotism and military readiness amidst unusual rainy weather.

UK news

Brits in Qatar ordered to 'shelter in place' following a 'security alert' amid fears Iran will strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Tensions in Qatar prompt both US and UK nationals to shelter in place amidst threats from Iran.

#nato

Europe news

Nato security spending of 5% GDP will happen', says Hegseth ahead of Brussels meeting Europe live

Europe news

fromNew York Post

Europe finally gets the US memo: Pony up and partner in your own defense

NATO members need to take military spending more seriously, with only 23 of 32 countries reaching the 2% GDP defense target.

France news

NATO will start an annual nuclear exercise as Russia threatens Ukraine's Western backers

Europe news

Nato security spending of 5% GDP will happen', says Hegseth ahead of Brussels meeting Europe live

Europe news

fromNew York Post

Europe finally gets the US memo: Pony up and partner in your own defense

NATO members need to take military spending more seriously, with only 23 of 32 countries reaching the 2% GDP defense target.

France news

NATO will start an annual nuclear exercise as Russia threatens Ukraine's Western backers

NATO's Steadfast Noon exercise demonstrates the alliance's commitment to nuclear readiness in response to geopolitical tensions.

more#nato

#uk-defence

fromwww.aljazeera.com

UK prepares for war: How much will it cost?

The UK is enhancing military capabilities in response to new global threats, including Russian aggression, but funding remains uncertain.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Defence plan will ensure UK is ready for war, minister says

UK to spend 1.5bn on new weapons factories in response to threat posed by Putin

The UK plans to build six munitions factories to enhance military readiness against Russia.

Starmer vows to return UK to 'war fighting readiness' as there is 'unease' across Europe - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK is enhancing its military readiness amid perceived threats from Russia.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

UK prepares for war: How much will it cost?

The UK is enhancing military capabilities in response to new global threats, including Russian aggression, but funding remains uncertain.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Defence plan will ensure UK is ready for war, minister says

UK to spend 1.5bn on new weapons factories in response to threat posed by Putin

The UK plans to build six munitions factories to enhance military readiness against Russia.

Starmer vows to return UK to 'war fighting readiness' as there is 'unease' across Europe - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK is enhancing its military readiness amid perceived threats from Russia.

US news

Why the U.K. prime minister is calling for a bigger military to face Russia

Miscellaneous

Ex army chief warns starmer it would 'be quite embarrasing' to pledge troops to Ukraine as 'we haven't got' 40,000 available - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Why the U.K. prime minister is calling for a bigger military to face Russia

Miscellaneous

Ex army chief warns starmer it would 'be quite embarrasing' to pledge troops to Ukraine as 'we haven't got' 40,000 available - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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fromwww.bbc.com

At a glance: Key points from government's defence strategy

The UK government unveiled a comprehensive defence strategy emphasizing NATO collaboration and enhanced military readiness for the next decade.

Watch live: Starmer launches plan to ready UK for war

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Defence review to say UK must be ready to fight a war in Europe or Atlantic

Britain must be ready for potential conflict in Europe or the Atlantic as threats from Russia grow.

from24/7 Wall St.

If World War III Breaks Out, This Country's Huge Reserve Forces are Ready to Step In

The American Security Project reports that nearly 68% of U.S. reserve forces are overweight or obese, which threatens military readiness during times of conflict.

Retirement

fromKqed

Trump Administration Considers Immigration Detention on Bay Area Military Base, Records Show | KQED

Rep. Garamendi opposes using Travis Air Force Base for detaining immigrants, citing military readiness concerns.

#us-army

DevOps

US Army leadership says it wants soldiers out figuring out what's needed for war, not 'focused on PowerPoint slides'

fromMail Online

US opens new missile testing site amid fears of WWIII

The US Army's new facility will enhance HAWK missile readiness for modern air defense threats.

Miscellaneous

In tropical jungles, US Army soldiers are training to own the night in a Pacific war

DevOps

US Army leadership says it wants soldiers out figuring out what's needed for war, not 'focused on PowerPoint slides'

fromMail Online

US opens new missile testing site amid fears of WWIII

The US Army's new facility will enhance HAWK missile readiness for modern air defense threats.

Miscellaneous

In tropical jungles, US Army soldiers are training to own the night in a Pacific war

more#us-army

Canada news

On thin ice: the brutal cold of Canada's Arctic was once a defence, but a warming climate has changed that

The rapidly changing climate disrupts military operations in Canada's Arctic, making traditional cold-weather defense strategies increasingly unreliable.

fromTheregister

fromThe American Conservative

China's REE restrictions will affect US military readiness

The trade war is jeopardizing US military readiness by creating supply chain vulnerabilities in rare earth elements essential for defense technologies.

Europe politics

fromIrish Independent

4 months ago

The Irish Independent's View: Donald Trump claims he's a peacemaker - now he must prove it

The EU is shifting focus to military readiness amidst threats from Russia and strained US relations.

#pentagon

Right-wing politics

Trump Should Scrap the 2023 National Defense Industrial Strategy

The Pentagon's new defense industrial plan inadequately addresses the military industrial base issues exposed by recent conflicts.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromThe American Conservative

Defense officials question legality of Pentagon firings

Proposed firings of Pentagon civilian employees may violate legal guidelines and threaten military readiness due to lack of required impact analysis.

Right-wing politics

Trump Should Scrap the 2023 National Defense Industrial Strategy

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Defense officials question legality of Pentagon firings

Proposed firings of Pentagon civilian employees may violate legal guidelines and threaten military readiness due to lack of required impact analysis.

more#pentagon

UK news

Senior British army officers confirm British troops 'ready' to be deployed to Ukraine when Starmer gives the order - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

British troops are prepared to act as peacekeepers in Ukraine, according to Brig Andy Watson.

fromLos Angeles Times

Air Force to launch unarmed nuclear missile from Vandenberg overnight

The Air Force will test an unarmed Minuteman III missile to showcase the readiness of U.S. nuclear forces.

fromwww.mediaite.com

6 months ago

Democrat Mocks Pete Hegseth's Eleventh Hour Conversion' on Women in the Military During Testy Exchange

During his confirmation hearing, Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth faced scrutiny from Senator Jeanne Shaheen regarding his past comments on women's roles in the military.

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