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UK Defence Secretary Resigns, Warning Britain Risks Becoming ‘Less Safe’ Amid Defence Spending Dispute

UK Defence Secretary Resigns, Warning Britain Risks Becoming ‘Less Safe’ Amid Defence Spending Dispute

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The political landscape in the United Kingdom was shaken after Defence Secretary John Healey announced his resignation, delivering a stark warning that the government’s current defence spending plans could leave the country increasingly vulnerable during a period of rising global security threats. Healey stepped down from his position, openly criticizing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and […]

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US may need years to rebuild missile stockpiles after Iran conflict, report warns

US may need years to rebuild missile stockpiles after Iran conflict, report warns

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A new report has raised growing concerns about the United States military’s ability to quickly rebuild critical weapons stockpiles after the recent Iran conflict, warning that it could take several years before inventories return to safe levels. According to an analysis released by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), the US could need […]

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Indonesia clarifies no agreement made on US military airspace access

Indonesia clarifies no agreement made on US military airspace access

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Indonesia’s Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has denied claims that Indonesia granted unrestricted airspace access to the United States military after signing a letter of intent with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth last month. Speaking during a parliamentary hearing on Tuesday, Sjafrie explained that the document signed in Washington only outlined general principles of cooperation and […]

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China Opportunity? Taiwan Flags Risks Amid US Focus on Middle East Conflict

China Opportunity? Taiwan Flags Risks Amid US Focus on Middle East Conflict

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Taiwan is raising alarms that China could exploit the United States’ distraction with the ongoing Middle East conflict. State media in Beijing have used examples from the war to question the effectiveness of US weaponry that Taiwan would rely on if faced with a Chinese invasion. As one of the world’s most sensitive flashpoints, Taiwan […]

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A Call for Calm: South Korea’s Lee Asks China to Help Restart Talks on North Korea’s Nuclear Program

A Call for Calm: South Korea’s Lee Asks China to Help Restart Talks on North Korea’s Nuclear Program

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has called on Chinese President Xi Jinping to help bring North Korea back into dialogue and slow the momentum of its nuclear ambitions. Speaking at the end of a rare state visit to China — the first by a South Korean leader in six years — Lee said that […]

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