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US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

This American Powerhouse Sells Over $60 Billion of Weapons Every Year

The U.S. leads global military spending, significantly outpacing other nations, including China.
Private sector involvement in U.S. defense spending is substantial, indicating a thriving defense industry.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Countries Selling the Most Weapons to the United States Military

The U.S. defense budget could exceed $1 trillion in 2026, reflecting a growing reliance on private defense contractors.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

This American Powerhouse Sells Over $60 Billion of Weapons Every Year

The U.S. leads global military spending, significantly outpacing other nations, including China.
Private sector involvement in U.S. defense spending is substantial, indicating a thriving defense industry.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Countries Selling the Most Weapons to the United States Military

The U.S. defense budget could exceed $1 trillion in 2026, reflecting a growing reliance on private defense contractors.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

In this dangerous age, Britain needs to exert soft power as well as the hard stuff | Andrew Rawnsley

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has shifted from domestic priorities to a focus on geopolitics and military spending.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

In this dangerous age, Britain needs to exert soft power as well as the hard stuff | Andrew Rawnsley

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has shifted from domestic priorities to a focus on geopolitics and military spending.
more#labour-party
#nato
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Can Europe's arms industry challenge US market dominance? DW 03/12/2025

Europe's defense spending has surged due to fears of Russian aggression and uncertainty around US NATO commitments.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

What would it cost Europe to defend itself without US help? DW 03/04/2025

Trump's negotiation tactics are unsettling European leaders concerned about U.S. military support amid potential shifts in alliances.
UK politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

U.K. to Raise Defense Spending to 2.5% of G.D.P. by 2027, Starmer Says

Britain is raising military spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, prioritizing defense in response to global security issues.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Can Europe's arms industry challenge US market dominance? DW 03/12/2025

Europe's defense spending has surged due to fears of Russian aggression and uncertainty around US NATO commitments.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

What would it cost Europe to defend itself without US help? DW 03/04/2025

Trump's negotiation tactics are unsettling European leaders concerned about U.S. military support amid potential shifts in alliances.
UK politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

U.K. to Raise Defense Spending to 2.5% of G.D.P. by 2027, Starmer Says

Britain is raising military spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, prioritizing defense in response to global security issues.
more#nato
US news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

US reviewing Aukus submarine pact as part of 'America First' agenda

The US is reassessing its submarine deal with the UK and Australia to align with its America First strategy.
#stock-market
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US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Hegseth orders Pentagon to make $50 billion in budget cuts to spend on Trump priorities

The Department of Defense is reallocating 8% of the budget to focus on defense programs aligned with Trump's priorities, reducing emphasis on climate initiatives.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Sen. Tuberville Invents a New Shape To Explain What He Wants To Do to the Pentagon

Sen. Tuberville suggests cutting the Pentagon's budget due to excessive spending and failed audits, coining a new shape called 'trigon.'
Right-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Pakistan boosts military spending amid India tensions DW 06/10/2025

Pakistan's military spending is rising significantly despite economic challenges due to ongoing tensions with India.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Hegseth orders Pentagon to make $50 billion in budget cuts to spend on Trump priorities

The Department of Defense is reallocating 8% of the budget to focus on defense programs aligned with Trump's priorities, reducing emphasis on climate initiatives.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Sen. Tuberville Invents a New Shape To Explain What He Wants To Do to the Pentagon

Sen. Tuberville suggests cutting the Pentagon's budget due to excessive spending and failed audits, coining a new shape called 'trigon.'
Right-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Pakistan boosts military spending amid India tensions DW 06/10/2025

Pakistan's military spending is rising significantly despite economic challenges due to ongoing tensions with India.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Keir Starmer, you claim huge and damaging cuts are vital so we can buy arms and defend ourselves. Prove it | Owen Jones

Britain's military spending surge amid geopolitical tension raises concerns over domestic impacts and the efficacy of current defense priorities.
UK politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Keir Starmer vowed to make Britain 'battle-ready.' Now comes the bill.

Keir Starmer unveiled military spending plans aimed at making the U.K. 'battle-ready' in response to rising threats, particularly from Russia.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Keir Starmer, you claim huge and damaging cuts are vital so we can buy arms and defend ourselves. Prove it | Owen Jones

Britain's military spending surge amid geopolitical tension raises concerns over domestic impacts and the efficacy of current defense priorities.
UK politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Keir Starmer vowed to make Britain 'battle-ready.' Now comes the bill.

Keir Starmer unveiled military spending plans aimed at making the U.K. 'battle-ready' in response to rising threats, particularly from Russia.
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#uk-defence
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

This is a hard choice. We believe in foreign aid but we have to make cuts. We must keep the UK safe | David Lammy

The article emphasizes that historical change requires decisive leadership, especially regarding national security in the current geopolitical climate.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

This is a hard choice. We believe in foreign aid but we have to make cuts. We must keep the UK safe | David Lammy

The article emphasizes that historical change requires decisive leadership, especially regarding national security in the current geopolitical climate.
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fromtime.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Talked a Big Game to Indo-Pacific Alliesbut Trump Mistrust Runs Deep

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized America's commitment to peace through strength while calling out Communist China for its military build-up and aggressive tactics.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth calls on Asia to boost military spending in face of imminent' threat from China

Asian countries must increase military spending to deter China's aggression, especially regarding Taiwan.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Nato rearmament could increase emissions by 200m tonnes a year, study finds

Military buildup jeopardizes climate goals, potentially increasing emissions by 200m tonnes annually amid record military spending.
Military investments divert resources from climate action, exacerbating both environmental crises and global conflict.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Foreign Governments Receiving the Most Weapons from the US

The U.S. spends over $997.3 billion on defense, more than any other country, influencing global arms sales.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

GOP Bill's Militarized Funding Boost Could Instead Keep Millions on Medicaid

The reconciliation bill reallocates over $150 billion from essential social services to militarization, impacting millions of Americans relying on aid.
#congress
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's big beautiful' tax and spending bill advances toward vote US politics live

Trump's tax bill clears House hurdle, extending tax cuts and increasing military spending.
The proposed legislation would significantly increase U.S. debt over the next decade.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's big beautiful' tax and spending bill advances toward vote US politics live

Trump's tax bill clears House hurdle, extending tax cuts and increasing military spending.
The proposed legislation would significantly increase U.S. debt over the next decade.
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US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

Here's What Republicans Want Most from the One Big, Beautiful Bill'

The One Big, Beautiful Bill contains controversial provisions that cater to a conservative agenda, including cuts to social programs and increased military spending.
#trump-administration
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

German arms firm Rheinmetall seizes on European 'era of rearmament'

European countries are ramping up defense spending, creating significant growth opportunities for Rheinmetall, particularly after recent geopolitical events.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

The Pentagon must cut $50B of waste - put this weapon on the chopping block

The Pentagon plans to reallocate $50 billion budget to prioritize programs aligned with Trump's defense strategy.
US politics
fromwww.commondreams.org
1 month ago

Republicans Release Plan to Further Boost Pentagon Spending by $150 Billion

The Trump administration's military budget proposal includes a significant increase in Pentagon funding amid cuts to social services.
Washington DC
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX Among Bidders to Build Trump's $175 Billion "Golden Dome"

The Golden Dome missile defense system may cost more than $800 billion over 20 years, raising concerns about its feasibility.
Experts question the practicality and timeline of Trump's proposed Golden Dome initiative.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

German arms firm Rheinmetall seizes on European 'era of rearmament'

European countries are ramping up defense spending, creating significant growth opportunities for Rheinmetall, particularly after recent geopolitical events.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

The Pentagon must cut $50B of waste - put this weapon on the chopping block

The Pentagon plans to reallocate $50 billion budget to prioritize programs aligned with Trump's defense strategy.
US politics
fromwww.commondreams.org
1 month ago

Republicans Release Plan to Further Boost Pentagon Spending by $150 Billion

The Trump administration's military budget proposal includes a significant increase in Pentagon funding amid cuts to social services.
Washington DC
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX Among Bidders to Build Trump's $175 Billion "Golden Dome"

The Golden Dome missile defense system may cost more than $800 billion over 20 years, raising concerns about its feasibility.
Experts question the practicality and timeline of Trump's proposed Golden Dome initiative.
more#trump-administration
France politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

France Wants to Roll Out Robot Army by 2040

Military spending is rising sharply despite armed conflicts becoming rarer; the focus is shifting towards military tech, particularly autonomous systems.
#geopolitical-tensions
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

These Defense Contractors Are Raking in Billions

Global military spending surged by 6.8% from 2022 to 2023, boosting the defense industry significantly amid global geopolitical tensions.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

These Defense Contractors Are Raking in Billions

Global military spending surged by 6.8% from 2022 to 2023, boosting the defense industry significantly amid global geopolitical tensions.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Torpedoes Blizzard of Trump Claims Ahead of Meeting With Canadian PM

Canada has a low tariff rate, ranking 102nd out of 137 countries, and has lower average tariffs than the United States according to World Bank data.
Canada news
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Elon Musk Is Getting Huge New Government Deals While Everything Else Is Getting Slashed

Trump proposes $163 billion cuts to non-defense funds, while increasing military spending significantly.
#middle-east
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

SIPRI arms report: New record in global military spending DW 04/28/2025

Global military spending peaked at over $2.7 trillion in 2024, featuring significant increases particularly from Europe and the Middle East.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

SIPRI arms report: New record in global military spending DW 04/28/2025

Global military spending peaked at over $2.7 trillion in 2024, featuring significant increases particularly from Europe and the Middle East.
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#defense-industry
Germany news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

German Arms Maker Rheinmetall Has Record Sales in Era of Rearmament'

Rheinmetall is poised for significant growth due to increased European military spending as U.S. support wanes.
Record growth has been reported since the start of the Ukraine conflict, indicating strong demand for defense products.
Germany news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

German Arms Maker Rheinmetall Has Record Sales in Era of Rearmament'

Rheinmetall is poised for significant growth due to increased European military spending as U.S. support wanes.
Record growth has been reported since the start of the Ukraine conflict, indicating strong demand for defense products.
more#defense-industry
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germans no longer see US as trustworthy partner DW 03/07/2025

Germany's political parties agree on substantial infrastructure and military investments despite rising debt, showing broad public support for increased spending.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Germans Agree to Borrow More for Military, in Sharp Response to Trump

Germany is set to relax budgetary controls for military and infrastructure spending, marking a significant shift in its economic policy.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bundestag prepares to vote on historic borrowing package in key test for Merz

Friedrich Merz faces criticism while trying to secure support for record state borrowing linked to military spending and economic growth.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Guardian view on Merz's u-turn on debt: Germany responds to the signs of the times | Editorial

Germany is shifting its focus on defense modernization post-Russia's invasion, influenced by geopolitical pressures.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Coalition Deal in Germany Clears Way for Friedrich Merz to Become Chancellor

Germany's centrist parties have formed a coalition to appoint Friedrich Merz as chancellor amid pressing economic and security challenges in Europe.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germans no longer see US as trustworthy partner DW 03/07/2025

Germany's political parties agree on substantial infrastructure and military investments despite rising debt, showing broad public support for increased spending.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Germans Agree to Borrow More for Military, in Sharp Response to Trump

Germany is set to relax budgetary controls for military and infrastructure spending, marking a significant shift in its economic policy.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bundestag prepares to vote on historic borrowing package in key test for Merz

Friedrich Merz faces criticism while trying to secure support for record state borrowing linked to military spending and economic growth.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Guardian view on Merz's u-turn on debt: Germany responds to the signs of the times | Editorial

Germany is shifting its focus on defense modernization post-Russia's invasion, influenced by geopolitical pressures.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Coalition Deal in Germany Clears Way for Friedrich Merz to Become Chancellor

Germany's centrist parties have formed a coalition to appoint Friedrich Merz as chancellor amid pressing economic and security challenges in Europe.
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Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Canada's PM Carney plans for stronger defence, broader trade amid US rift

Carney's campaign focuses on military and infrastructure investment while cutting taxes and spending amid tensions with the US.
#us-taiwan-relations
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#eu-defense
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

As real as it can get': EU to loan 150bn for European defence from invasion

Europe aims to deter potential invaders by 2030 through increased local defense spending and exclusion of certain allies from defense contracts.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Europe launches defense push amid Russia threat, US worries DW 03/19/2025

The EU aims to bolster member states' defense capabilities amid uncertainty over US support and Russian aggression.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

As real as it can get': EU to loan 150bn for European defence from invasion

Europe aims to deter potential invaders by 2030 through increased local defense spending and exclusion of certain allies from defense contracts.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Europe launches defense push amid Russia threat, US worries DW 03/19/2025

The EU aims to bolster member states' defense capabilities amid uncertainty over US support and Russian aggression.
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#defense
Europe politics
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Spooked by Trump and Putin, Europe rushes to rearm

The European Union is rapidly enhancing its military capabilities in response to geopolitical tensions and a need for greater independence from U.S. support.
Europe politics
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Spooked by Trump and Putin, Europe rushes to rearm

The European Union is rapidly enhancing its military capabilities in response to geopolitical tensions and a need for greater independence from U.S. support.
more#defense
#geopolitics
World politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Who Spends the Highest Percentage of GDP on the Military?

Global military spending is rising due to increased tensions, with various nations increasing their defense budgets significantly.
World politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Who Spends the Highest Percentage of GDP on the Military?

Global military spending is rising due to increased tensions, with various nations increasing their defense budgets significantly.
more#geopolitics
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Can Europe's New Military Spending Help Its Economies?

European leaders are increasing military spending to both enhance defense and stimulate economic growth amid reduced US security guarantees.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Why Germany, Italy and Japan still depend on US nuclear deterrence

Three key countries are increasing military spending while still relying on the U.S. for nuclear deterrence.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Labour needs an urgent history lesson. Its plans couldn't fund a war and won't boost growth | Larry Elliott

The UK economy faces significant challenges including stagnation, rising tariffs, and military spending pressures due to ongoing global tensions.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

House Republicans Unveil Spending Bill to Avert Government Shutdown

House Republicans propose government funding that boosts military spending, risking a shutdown if Democrats oppose.
#economic-policy
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

E.C.B. Cuts Interest Rates Again, With an Uncertain Path Ahead

The European Central Bank lowered interest rates for the sixth consecutive time amid weak growth and low inflation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Military spending is touted as a remedy for Britain's ailing economy. Here's why it won't work | Khem Rogaly

Increased military spending is seen as an ineffective remedy for economic woes and does not support small businesses or regional equality.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

E.C.B. Cuts Interest Rates Again, With an Uncertain Path Ahead

The European Central Bank lowered interest rates for the sixth consecutive time amid weak growth and low inflation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Military spending is touted as a remedy for Britain's ailing economy. Here's why it won't work | Khem Rogaly

Increased military spending is seen as an ineffective remedy for economic woes and does not support small businesses or regional equality.
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#ukraine
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Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Ireland will raise both Ukraine and Gaza in the Oval Office next week, pledges the Taoiseach to the Dail

Taoiseach to discuss peace in Ukraine and Gaza with Trump, while Sinn Féin criticizes defense spending linked to war efforts.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Judge Orders Defense Dept To Say Where On The Doll The Trans Service Members Hurt Them - Above the Law

The DOJ miscalculated by attempting to intimidate Judge Ana Reyes regarding her ruling on trans military policy.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Senate Republicans Signal Intent to Slash Medicaid Funding in Upcoming Budget

Republicans rejected Democratic amendments aimed at protecting Medicare and Medicaid, instead pursuing tax cuts that favor the wealthiest Americans.
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