A look at how many women are serving in U.S. military combat roles
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has been outspoken about his opinion that women should not serve in combat roles.Here’s a…
Kim Jong Un leads artillery firing drill with Seoul in ‘striking range’
1 of 3 | North Korea conducted an artillery firing drill, state media reported Friday, including units that have the range to reach the South…
Survive 2024 to win in 2025 – POLITICO
This year will be one of “recovery and preparation on both sides, like 1916 and 1941-42 in the last world wars,” said Marc Thys, who…
Europe between Putin and Trump – POLITICO
But the biggest uncertainty for most Europeans isn’t about Putin — it’s about America. The U.S. Congress’ failure to support Ukraine has left many speechless.…
Russia takes full control of Avdiivka, as Kyiv decries ‘artificial deficit’ in ammo – POLITICO
U.S. President Joe Biden said "Ukrainian soldiers had to ration ammunition due to dwindling supplies as a result of congressional inaction, resulting in Russia’s first notable…
Navalny’s death fails to move the dial for Republican Senator J.D. Vance – POLITICO
“Any peace settlement is going to require some significant territorial concessions from Ukraine, and you're gonna have a peace deal, because that's the only way…
Zelenskyy offers Trump a tour of Ukraine’s frontline – POLITICO
"This is Russia's war against any rules at all," Zelenskyy said, to applause from the auditorium, adding:" If you do not manage to act now,…
Russia gearing up for decade-long duel with West, Estonia warns – POLITICO
The report notes a significant rise in military production in Russia, including of artillery and armored vehicles, that is enhancing Moscow’s ability to continue fighting.…
For Europeans, Trump’s already back and America has abandoned Ukraine – POLITICO
The answer isn’t expected to please the German leader. Ironic inversion For the two leaders, the irony will be wearily apparent. At the outset of…
Is it ready to fight Vladimir Putin alone? – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Can Europe fend off a Russian attack on its own? It’s a question that…
Ukraine enlists feline friends in fight against Russia – POLITICO
Wars are fought by soldiers using bullets, shells and missiles, but also with ideas and propaganda — which explains why cats have become the latest…
NATO approves $1.2 billion for artillery
NATO on Tuesday announced it had purchased $1.2 billion in artillery amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine which Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said "demonstrates that NATO's tried-and-tested…
Putin willing to visit North Korea at ‘early date,’ Pyongyang says – POLITICO
Russian President Vladimir Putin is considering visiting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang soon, North Korea's state news agency KCNA reported on Sunday,…
North Korea fires artillery towards South’s islands, prompting evacuations | News
South Korea condemns move as ‘act of provocation that escalates tension and threatens peace on the Korean peninsula’. North Korea has fired more than 200…
Stray artillery shells hit town in south-west China near Myanmar, leaving five injured
Five people in a south-west China town near Myanmar have been injured by stray artillery shells from across the border, as fighting between Myanmar's junta…