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fromThe Cipher Brief
4 hours ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Threatens to Sever Ties With NATO Over Iran Split: They Weren't There for Us'

Trump is considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO due to lack of support from allies in conflicts, particularly regarding Iran.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Can Trump pull the US out of Nato and why is he considering it?

Trump is considering withdrawing the US from NATO, which would significantly impact Western security established post-World War II.
#defense-spending
fromFortune
4 days ago
Washington DC

Trump insists $1.5 trillion military budget for a war Congress didn't approve ranks above day care, Medicare, Medicaid | Fortune

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

3 Defense Stocks Built for the New Era of National Security Spending

Defense spending is shifting structurally, with investors identifying companies positioned to capture the next decade of growth through diversified funds, nuclear propulsion specialists, and emerging defense technology providers.
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 weeks ago
US politics

America's "Exquisite Class" Weapons Shortage

President Trump met with major U.S. defense contractors to quadruple production of advanced weaponry while simultaneously pursuing military interventions in Venezuela and Iran instead of diplomatic solutions.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 hours ago

Higher defence spending could unlock 30bn annual boost for UK economy

Increased defense investment could add £30 billion annually to the British economy within two decades.
Washington DC
fromFortune
4 days ago

Trump insists $1.5 trillion military budget for a war Congress didn't approve ranks above day care, Medicare, Medicaid | Fortune

Trump requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending, prioritizing military investments over domestic programs amid significant national debt.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

3 Defense Stocks Built for the New Era of National Security Spending

Defense spending is shifting structurally, with investors identifying companies positioned to capture the next decade of growth through diversified funds, nuclear propulsion specialists, and emerging defense technology providers.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

US-Israel playing Russian roulette with security of the region'

US and Israel jeopardize Gulf environmental security with military actions near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant.
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

Lawmakers want to restrict 3D printing to stop ghost guns. Critics say it won't work

"What they're talking about doing is banning certain kinds of shapes," says Kyle Wiens of iFixit, an outspoken opponent of the proposals. "We are starting to really dangerously undermine a lot of assumptions that go into how we make and use technology."
Intellectual property law
#defense-budget
Right-wing politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Plowshares into swords: Trump's $1.5 trillion defense surge is the largest since World War II - and no one can explain how to pay for it | Fortune

President Trump's 2027 budget proposal seeks to increase defense funding to $1.5 trillion, marking one of the largest budget increases in U.S. history.
Right-wing politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Plowshares into swords: Trump's $1.5 trillion defense surge is the largest since World War II - and no one can explain how to pay for it | Fortune

President Trump's 2027 budget proposal seeks to increase defense funding to $1.5 trillion, marking one of the largest budget increases in U.S. history.
#nuclear-energy
World politics
fromtheconversation.com
20 hours ago

Bypass the Strait of Hormuz with nuclear explosives? The U.S. studied that option in the 1960s

Newt Gingrich suggested using nuclear bombs to create a new oil transport channel, recalling past serious considerations of such ideas during the Cold War.
World politics
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Using nuclear explosives to bypass the Strait of Hormuz isn't a novel idea for the U.S.

Newt Gingrich suggested using nuclear bombs to create a new oil shipping canal, referencing historical proposals from the U.S. and Soviet governments.
World politics
fromtheconversation.com
20 hours ago

Bypass the Strait of Hormuz with nuclear explosives? The U.S. studied that option in the 1960s

Newt Gingrich suggested using nuclear bombs to create a new oil transport channel, recalling past serious considerations of such ideas during the Cold War.
World politics
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Using nuclear explosives to bypass the Strait of Hormuz isn't a novel idea for the U.S.

Newt Gingrich suggested using nuclear bombs to create a new oil shipping canal, referencing historical proposals from the U.S. and Soviet governments.
#iran
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 hours ago

Republican Congressman Says U.S. Can't Leave' Iran Until It Puts Boots on the Ground' for a Full-Scale Invasion: I Just Don't See Any Other Way'

Rep. Pat Fallon believes a full-scale invasion is necessary to withdraw from the conflict with Iran.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Pro-Trump GOP Senator Splits With President on Iran, Warns Him Not to Target Infrastructure: I Pray' His Threats Are Just Bluster'

Sen. Ron Johnson opposes Trump's threats to bomb Iran's civilian infrastructure, emphasizing the need to avoid harming the Iranian people.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Troop deployments test Republicans' nerves on Capitol Hill

Republican concerns grow over potential ground invasion of Iran, fearing significant political backlash and advocating for congressional input on military actions.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Pakistan offers two-phased' truce deal to end US-Israel war on Iran

Iran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz as part of a temporary ceasefire proposal from Pakistan.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Republican Mace says Congress must approve any US troop deployment to Iran

Several Republicans express concern over deploying troops to Iran, emphasizing the need for Congressional approval and highlighting divisions within Trump's party.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Lindsey Graham Says Trump Promised Major Iran Action In Call

Iran faces overwhelming military force if they do not comply with U.S. demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 hours ago

Republican Congressman Says U.S. Can't Leave' Iran Until It Puts Boots on the Ground' for a Full-Scale Invasion: I Just Don't See Any Other Way'

Rep. Pat Fallon believes a full-scale invasion is necessary to withdraw from the conflict with Iran.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Pro-Trump GOP Senator Splits With President on Iran, Warns Him Not to Target Infrastructure: I Pray' His Threats Are Just Bluster'

Sen. Ron Johnson opposes Trump's threats to bomb Iran's civilian infrastructure, emphasizing the need to avoid harming the Iranian people.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Troop deployments test Republicans' nerves on Capitol Hill

Republican concerns grow over potential ground invasion of Iran, fearing significant political backlash and advocating for congressional input on military actions.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Pakistan offers two-phased' truce deal to end US-Israel war on Iran

Iran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz as part of a temporary ceasefire proposal from Pakistan.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Republican Mace says Congress must approve any US troop deployment to Iran

Several Republicans express concern over deploying troops to Iran, emphasizing the need for Congressional approval and highlighting divisions within Trump's party.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Lindsey Graham Says Trump Promised Major Iran Action In Call

Iran faces overwhelming military force if they do not comply with U.S. demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Iran Wars Fuels RTX Growth Story as Defense Demand Rockets Higher

CEO Chris Calio emphasized the urgency of delivering critical products for national security, stating, 'We understand that our products are critical to national security. And I can tell you across the organization, we absolutely feel the responsibility and urgency to deliver more and to deliver it faster.'
Business
#trump
US Elections
fromAxios
3 days ago

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

Trump's budget prioritizes military spending, significantly cutting non-defense programs amid declining approval ratings and rising gas prices.
US Elections
fromScary Mommy
4 days ago

Trump Says We Need To Focus Money On War, Not Daycare

Federal government funding should prioritize military over daycare, Medicaid, and Medicare, according to President Trump.
World news
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

What the U.S. Got So Badly Wrong About Iran

Trump threatens Iran over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict and misjudged adversary dynamics.
US Elections
fromAxios
3 days ago

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

Trump's budget prioritizes military spending, significantly cutting non-defense programs amid declining approval ratings and rising gas prices.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Trump's Case for War Fails to Mention How to Win It

Trump's inconsistent claims about the war raise questions about strategy and effectiveness, despite asserting America is 'winning bigger than ever before.'
US Elections
fromScary Mommy
4 days ago

Trump Says We Need To Focus Money On War, Not Daycare

Federal government funding should prioritize military over daycare, Medicaid, and Medicare, according to President Trump.
World news
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

What the U.S. Got So Badly Wrong About Iran

Trump threatens Iran over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict and misjudged adversary dynamics.
European startups
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trump sons to Gulf states: we've got some drone interception tech to sell you | Fortune

A drone company backed by Trump’s sons is selling to Gulf nations amid conflict with Iran, potentially profiting from the war initiated by their father.
Retirement
fromAxios
4 days ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
Germany politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

Berlin is rearming, and its neighbors are weighing the risks and benefits of the new German hegemony

Germany is rearming its military in response to geopolitical changes, raising concerns about its past and future role in Europe.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Plans to put UK industries on war footing delayed by a year' despite Iran conflict

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
EU data protection
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The most important defense regulation you've never heard of

CMMC mandates new cybersecurity standards for the defense industrial base, impacting thousands of businesses and transforming the defense supply chain.
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

GOP Senator Says He Won't Back More Middle East Operations Without Declaration of War

Senator John Curtis insists on a formal declaration of war from Congress before funding further military operations in Iran.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Trump's FY27 budget makes both boosts and cuts to tech operations

The FY27 budget proposal significantly cuts funding for cybersecurity, reflecting ongoing efforts to reduce the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's resources.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Boeing Gains 5%, Lockheed Martin Up 2%: Defense Stocks Are Having a Moment as Pentagon Spending Accelerates

Boeing and Lockheed Martin shares rose significantly due to a major Pentagon contract to triple production capacity for PAC-3 missile seekers.
#trump-administration
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago
World news

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
fromTruthout
2 days ago
Washington DC

Trump Budget Boosts War Spending While Slashing Domestic Programs

The Trump administration's fiscal 2027 budget requests a 43% increase in defense spending and a 10% decrease in non-defense funding.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington DC
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Budget Boosts War Spending While Slashing Domestic Programs

The Trump administration's fiscal 2027 budget requests a 43% increase in defense spending and a 10% decrease in non-defense funding.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

The US military is pushing up production for the weapons that could matter most in a major war

The Department of Defense is increasing production of critical weapons, including THAAD interceptors, to meet rising demand and address stockpile concerns.
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Austria Becomes Latest EU Country to Deny US Military Use of Its Airspace

Austria's Defense Ministry stated, 'There have indeed been requests and they were refused from the outset.' The refusal is based on the country's neutrality policy, which has been in effect since 1955.
Europe politics
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

AOC vows to block future US military aid to Israel, its Iron Dome and defense

Ocasio-Cortez will oppose all future US military aid to Israel, asserting the country can fund its own defense systems.
Startup companies
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

PREMIUM America's secret weapon: failure

The United States fosters innovation by allowing entrepreneurs to fail and try again, unlike many other countries where failure carries a lasting stigma.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war?

Trump launched military strikes against Iran citing self-defense, bypassing Congress, while Democrats challenged his constitutional authority and Republicans blocked a war powers resolution to halt further action.
US politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Trump's 2027 budget could give the Pentagon the most massive boost in decades

President Trump's 2027 budget prioritizes military spending, proposing $1.5 trillion for the Pentagon amid significant national deficits.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Chatter and fear about US military draft emerge as Trump's Iran war drags on

The provocative military activity has led to speculative conversation about what it would take to invade a country twice the population and three times the territory of Iraq.
US Elections
Washington DC
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

America has long been obsessed with war. But true patriots glorify peace. - LGBTQ Nation

The author reflects on the impact of war and military actions throughout their life, highlighting personal and historical tragedies associated with conflict.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades

Our war fighters are leveraging a variety of advanced AI tools. These systems help us sift through vast amounts of data in seconds so our leaders can cut through the noise and make smarter decisions faster than the enemy can react. Humans will always make final decisions on what to shoot and what not to shoot and when to shoot, but advanced AI tools can turn processes that used to take hours and sometimes even days into seconds.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The January 3rd Operation Absolute Resolve ousted Venezuelan Dictator Nicholas Maduro, marking a significant shift in US policy towards countering adversarial influence in the western hemisphere.
World politics
US politics
fromMail Online
5 days ago

Deadline issued for UFO videos as Congress warns of 'threat' to US

Lawmakers demand federal agencies release UFO videos by April 14, 2026, citing potential threats to US military forces.
#military-leadership
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fired General Randy George and other senior officers amid ongoing military conflict, reflecting a purge influenced by personal grievances.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Major military leadership changes are occurring amid ongoing hostilities against Iran, with significant implications for Army operations and stability.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fired General Randy George and other senior officers amid ongoing military conflict, reflecting a purge influenced by personal grievances.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Major military leadership changes are occurring amid ongoing hostilities against Iran, with significant implications for Army operations and stability.
#us-military
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago
World news

'Tuesday will be power plant day and bridge day' - Donald Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure this week

World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'Tuesday will be power plant day and bridge day' - Donald Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure this week

A US service member missing after an Iranian attack has been rescued, according to Donald Trump, who confirmed the individual is injured but recovering.
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

U.S. deploys bulk of stealthy long-range missile for Iran war | Fortune

The US military is reallocating JASSM-ER cruise missiles from other regions for its campaign against Iran, significantly reducing global stockpiles.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The Most Important Decision of Trump's Presidency

U.S. military plans include potential ground assaults in Iran targeting Kharg Island and enriched uranium sites, pending President Trump's approval.
Washington DC
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

The White House requests $66 billion for Trump's 'Golden Fleet'

The White House requests $66 billion for 34 new Naval ships as part of a $1.5 trillion defense budget for fiscal year 2027.
SF politics
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

The US war economy and the 'threat of peace' - 48 hills

Peace has historically been viewed as a threat to the military-industrial complex and economic stability.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Chinese firms market Iran war intelligence 'exposing' U.S. forces

Chinese firms are leveraging AI and open-source data to track U.S. military movements, posing potential security risks amid the Iran conflict.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

The US is burning through expensive missiles. DARPA is looking for cheaper ones that can be built in days, not months.

"To accelerate current weapons development timelines, DARPA is considering an alternative development paradigm to increase the nation's magazine depth and breadth."
World news
World news
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Taiwan parliament approves major arms deal with US

This body upholds the principle of placing national security first and firmly defending territorial integrity. Han urged the government to provide a delivery schedule so parliament can review it.
World politics
World news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Evacuation of U.S. troops from Mideast base sends community groups scrambling to help

Hundreds of sailors were evacuated from Bahrain after missile and drone attacks on their base.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Touts US Can Fight Wars Forever' Thanks to Virtually Unlimited' Weapons Supply

The United States Munitions Stockpiles have, at the medium and upper medium grade, never been higher or better. He added that the US has a virtually unlimited supply of these weapons, insisting, Wars can be fought forever,' and very successfully, using just these supplies.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Does the United States have enough munition for a prolonged war?

We've got no shortage of munitions. Our stockpiles of defensive and offensive weapons allow us to sustain this campaign as long as we need. Iran is hoping that we cannot sustain this, which is a really bad miscalculation.
US politics
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Admin Uses Wartime Powers to Sidestep Congress and Push $23B in Arms Sales to Gulf States

The Trump administration invoked emergency powers to expedite over $23 billion in arms sales to Middle Eastern allies, bypassing Congress.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Spending even more on defence won't buy us peace | Letters

MoD procurement failures, waste, and lack of accountability must be fixed before substantially increasing defence spending.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The U.S. Military's Most Expensive Weapons to Maintain

For some weapons, the hardest fight wasn't against the enemy, in fact it was more so against wear and time. Advanced technology has delivered decisive advantages but in some cases has imposed relentless upkeep on crews and logistics chains. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look at how these systems became a maintenance nightmare for the U.S. Military.
US news
Miscellaneous
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 months ago

US Congress Approves Funds For Baltics As Russia Tests NATO's Eastern Flank

Congress approved $200 million for Baltic security under Baltic Security Initiative and added $10 million to Estonia amid rising Russian activity along NATO's eastern flank.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO

Europe must assume primary responsibility for its conventional defence under a NATO 3.0 while the US maintains nuclear deterrence and limited targeted conventional support.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Bundeswehr shopping list

The Bundeswehr is rapidly rearming with over 108 billion ($129 billion), buying thousands of loitering munitions and expanding drone defenses against a potential 2029 Russian attack.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Never Fight Alone

Shared values and mutual sacrifice among NATO special operations forces strengthened bonds and saved lives across multinational missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US defense plan focuses on homeland, limits help to allies

The US will prioritize homeland defense and counter Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific while expecting allies to assume greater defense responsibilities with reduced US support.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Whatever This Is, It Is Not Strategy

But logistical consistency, like coherence and gravitas, does not characterize the new NDS. It is a document that supposedly nests within the National Security Strategy, explaining at greater length the implications of overall policy for the armed forces. The 2026 version does not do that. Rather, it restates some of the basic priorities of the Trump administration but for the most part confines itself to flattery of the president, insults, and bombast.
US politics
fromBreaking Defense
2 months ago

Reed: Congress 'would have to' codify Trump's defense industry stock buyback mandates - Breaking Defense

"Frankly, if Congress doesn't codify it, they'll go into court. My sense [is] it's really difficult to justify tax changes because the president wanted to change them,"
US politics
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US approves $2.3bn sale of torpedoes, air defences, aircraft to Singapore

Singapore will acquire four Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft under a US-approved $2.3bn sale including torpedoes and air-defence systems.
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