UK joins US in backing Rutte to lead NATO – POLITICO
The British declaration adds further pressure on Eastern flank countries to drop their hesitation over Rutte, criticized for failing to bring Dutch defense spending up…
Anchoring Stability in the HoA: The Transformative Impact of Somalia-Turkey Maritime Security Pact
The ratification of the Maritime Security and Economic Development Treaty between Somalia and Turkey by the Somali Parliament marks a crucial moment in the Horn…
Surveillance software found on officials’ phones – POLITICO
The European Parliament is on high alert for cyberattacks and foreign interference in the run-up to the EU election in June. POLITICO reported in December…
Return of the Triptiz Trap: Is Indian Ocean becoming another South China Sea?
Chinese territorial expansion is often viewed as the modern-day equivalent of the British East Indian Company by many Western critics. The robust presence of Chinese…
Houthi rebels attack U.S. ships near Yemen
The Houthis in Yemen have attacked at least two more U.S. shipping vessels in the region. Photo by Yahya Arhab/EPA-EFE Feb. 20 (UPI) -- Houthi…
Strategic Significance of Djibouti: A Geopolitical Playground for Global Powers
Djibouti, a diminutive nation, is situated in one of the most advantageous geographical positions on the planet. Strategically, the location is ideal for a military…
A family affair: Carones give to legal defense fund in the nick of time
People in the city database, along with their spouses, are barred from giving to legal defense trusts. But because the Carones donated before appearing on…
For these reasons, Biden cannot stop the war on Gaza
Since the beginning of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, the United States has shown great sympathy and unlimited support for Israel, declaring its right to “self-defense against…
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.…
Canada to send hundreds of drones to Ukraine as 2nd anniversary of invasion nears
A drone flying a giant Ukrainian national flag passes over the Motherland Monument in Kyiv in 2022. Canada announced on Monday that it is donating…
Ukraine recovery and reconstruction: $486 billion over the next decade
Reconstruction and recovery in war-torn Ukraine is projected to cost $486 billion over the next decade, up from $411 billion estimated a year ago, a…
Why sanctions haven’t hobbled Russia
Why sanctions haven’t hobbled Russia? Moscow’s continued strength is a humbling result for the U.S. and its allies, stresses ‘The New York Times’. Western nations…
Ursula von der Leyen announces bid for 2nd term – POLITICO
Despite her undeniable capacity to act decisively in times of hardship, the former German minister’s iron-fist leadership style has sometimes put her at odds with…
Players know the NBA All-Star Game might be too broken to fix
INDIANAPOLIS — Following the highest-scoring All-Star Game in the league’s history, the NBA’s signature in-season event again feels at a crossroads as attempts to make Sunday’s…
U.S. conducts more self-defense strikes against Houthis in Yemen
U.S. Central Command conducted five strikes on Saturday, hitting Houthi targets in Yemen. Photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern/U.S. Air Force/UPI | License Photo Feb.…
‘There’s only Plan A’: Defense leaders fear failure in Ukraine
Many politicians and officials used the moment to press that Ukraine would lose the war without the $60 billion more in U.S. military aid currently…
UAE restricts US ability to launch retaliatory airstrikes against Iran proxies
Some Arab countries, including the United Arab Emirates, are increasingly restricting the U.S. from using military facilities on their soil to launch retaliatory airstrikes on…
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…
Battling bytes: The digital evolution of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
The protracted Russia-Ukraine conflict is poised to enter its third year, revealing a stark reality: Ukraine’s armed forces are struggling to maintain ground against Russia’s…