Israeli Cabinet to Meet on Ceasefire After PM Says Hostage Deal Finalized
Israel's security cabinet was set to meet Friday after final details of a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal were ironed out, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said, with the US "confident" the truce would begin as planned this weekend.
US Names Fifth and Sixth Ford-Class Carriers After Bill Clinton, George W. Bush
The US Navy’s 5th and 6th Gerald R. Ford-class nuclear-powered aircraft carriers have been named after former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush.
Zelensky Says Spoke With Biden, Thanked Him for Support
Ukrainian President Zelensky said he spoke with US counterpart Biden and thanked him for his "unwavering support" less than two weeks before the Democrat leaves office.
Ukraine Has Received Less Than Half of Promised US Military Aid So Far: Zelensky
Not even half of the $177 billion the US has promised to Ukraine has arrived nearly three years since the Russian invasion began, President Zelensky revealed.
US Announces $5.9B in Military, Budget Aid for Ukraine
The US unveiled almost $6 billion in military and budget aid for Ukraine, as Washington races to provide assistance before Donald Trump takes office next month.
US OKs More Than $5B in Military Sales to Egypt
The US government has authorized the sale of more than $5 billion in military equipment to Egypt.
US Announces New $725M Package for Ukraine Including More Mines
The US announced a new $725 million military aid package for Ukraine that features a second tranche of landmines as well as anti-air and anti-armor weapons.
Biden to Launch Gaza Ceasefire Push Right Away: Adviser
US President Joe Biden will launch a renewed drive Wednesday for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal after Israel and Hezbollah began a truce in Lebanon, his national security adviser said.
Ending Biden’s Restraints on Israel Should Be Trump’s Priority
Trump should encourage Israel to wage an unlimited war on Iran’s weapons production, ports, oil facilities, and nuclear sites to help eliminate its ability to support proxies and possibly weaken the regime internally.
Biden Clears Ukraine for Long-Range Missile Strikes Inside Russia
US President Joe Biden has cleared Kyiv to use long-range American missiles against military targets inside Russia.
At Summit Under Trump Shadow, Xi, Biden Signal Turbulence Ahead
US President Joe Biden and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Friday warned of turbulent times ahead, in remarks at an Asia-Pacific economic summit in Lima overshadowed by Donald Trump's impending return to the White House.
Biden Says ‘Discussing’ Possible Israeli Strikes on Iran Oil Facilities
President Joe Biden said he was discussing possible Israeli strikes on Iranian oil facilities in comments that sent oil prices spiking.
Biden Orders US Military to Shoot Down Iranian Missiles Targeting Israel
President Joe Biden ordered the US military to "aid Israel's defense" and shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel.
A Few Long-Range Strikes by Ukraine Could Shift Tide of War: ISW
Ukraine’s ability to launch long-range attacks on Russia is so effective that even a few successful strikes could reportedly alter the course of the war.
Biden Approves $567M Defense Assistance for Taiwan
US President Biden approved $567 million in defense assistance for Taiwan as China ramps up political and military pressure on the self-ruled island.
Trump, Harris, and the Future of Alliance-Based Deterrence Against China
The US-Philippines alliance plays a crucial role in deterring Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, and the outcome of the upcoming American presidential election will significantly impact the future of this alliance.
US Seeks Clarity From Ukraine on Expanded Use of Long-Range Weapons
Amid mounting pressure to permit Ukraine greater use of donated weapons, the US is seeking more clarity from Kyiv on how this move would impact the dynamics of the conflict.
Russia Believes US Will Soon Scrap Limits on Donated Weapons to Ukraine
Moscow’s ambassador to the US Anatoly Antonov said he has reason to believe that Washington will soon remove all restrictions on its donated weapons to Ukraine.
Why the US and Its Allies Are Losing the New International Hostage Game
The current practice of prisoner swaps, where innocent Western citizens are exchanged for convicted criminals from authoritarian regimes like Russia and Iran, is dangerous and counterproductive.
US Announces $1.7B in New Security Assistance for Ukraine
The US announced new military aid for Ukraine valued at around $1.7 billion that features air defense munitions and artillery rounds that Kyiv's forces say they desperately need.
China Says Halted Nuclear Arms Talks With US Over Taiwan Weapons Sales
China said it had suspended negotiations with the US on nuclear arms control in response to Washington's weapons sales to Taiwan.
NATO Chief Sidesteps Questions on Biden’s Condition
NATO chief Stoltenberg dodged reporters' questions about the condition of US President Biden and whether he thought the leader of the alliance's most important country was fit for re-election.
Biden Vows Ukraine Will Not Use US Weapons to Strike Moscow
President Biden insisted that US weapons would not be used to attack Moscow after he authorized Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with Western-supplied arms.
Biden Lets Ukraine Hit Russia With US Arms to Defend Kharkiv
President Joe Biden has lifted restrictions on Ukraine using weapons supplied by the US against targets on Russian territory.
