Australia, Japan Ink Multibillion Dollar Warship Deal
Japan agreed on a deal to provide Australia's navy with the first of almost a dozen stealth frigates, part of a wider military build up by Canberra.
Boeing Sees Jump in Defense Business From Middle East War
The Middle East war has so far boosted Boeing's defense business and hasn't impacted deliveries to airline customers confronting high jet fuel prices, the company's CEO said.
Cuba ‘Ready’ for Possible US Attack: President
Cuban President Diaz-Canel said his country was "ready" for a possible US attack following months of mounting pressure from President Trump.
11 Nations Urge ‘Coordinated’ Economic Support Amid Mideast War
The finance ministers of 11 countries called for "coordinated emergency support" to help countries hit by disruptions from the war in the Middle East.
Iran Arrests Four Alleged Israeli Spies: State Media
Iran arrested four suspected Israeli spies as US officials discuss possible peace talks after US-Israeli strikes engulfed the Middle East in war.
US Says 3 Killed in Fifth Drug Boat Strike in a Week
US military officials said Wednesday three people were killed in a strike on another alleged drug-trafficking boat, the fifth such deadly attack in as many days.
Australia to Boost Defense Spending to 3% of GDP
Australia will lift defense spending to 3.0 percent of GDP by 2033 as armed conflicts flare worldwide, the government said Thursday.
Israel, Lebanon Agree to Direct Negotiations After ‘Productive’ Talks: US
Israel and Lebanon agreed to hold direct negotiations after "productive discussions" between the two sides in Washington, the US said on Tuesday.
US Says Two Dead in Strike on Alleged Drug-Trafficking Boat
The US military said it killed two people in a strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat, bringing the campaign's death toll to at least 170.
N. Korea’s Kim Oversees Navy Cruise Missile Test: KCNA
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw new tests of cruise and anti-warship missiles launched from a naval destroyer, state media reported.
Hegseth Announces ‘Major’ Defense Partnership with Indonesia
US Defense Secretary Hegseth announced a defense partnership with Indonesia following a meeting with the Southeast Asian nation's defense minister at the Pentagon.
Iran Guards Threaten to Trap Enemies in ‘Deadly Vortex’ in Hormuz
Iran said on Sunday that security forces had the Strait of Hormuz shipping bottleneck under full control, warning that enemies would be trapped in a "deadly vortex" in the case of any miscalculation.
Ankara Says Israel Seeks to Declare Turkey ‘New Enemy’
Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan said on Monday that Israel "cannot live without an enemy" and its government was now trying to portray Turkey as one.
Philippines Accuses China of Poisoning Disputed Waters
The Philippines accused Chinese fishermen on Monday of pouring cyanide in the Spratly Islands, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea.
Trump Says ‘Cuba is Next’, Denies Losing MAGA Support
Trump said "Cuba is next" in his latest threat against the Caribbean island, as he dismissed concerns that recent American military actions would cost him political support.
Zelensky to Ink Air Security Deal With Saudi Arabia on Surprise Visit: Source to AFP
Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Saudi Arabia for an unannounced visit, as the war in Iran spurs interest among Gulf countries in Ukrainian technology.
Kuwait Says Arrested Six People Planning ‘Assassinations’ Linked to Hezbollah
Kuwait arrested six people linked to Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group who were planning "assassinations" in the Gulf state, the interior ministry said on Wednesday.
Pentagon Orders More Missiles for Mideast War
Pentagon announced agreements with defense contractors to put missile production "on a wartime footing" as the Mideast war leads to rapid use of munition stocks.
Cuba Releases 20 Political Prisoners: NGO
Cuba has freed at least 20 political prisoners since the government announced that it would release 51 people in a deal with the Vatican.
British FM ‘Concerned’ Iran War Taking Focus Away From Gaza
British Foreign Minister Cooper said she was "deeply concerned" that the conflict in the Middle East had shifted focus away from the Gaza peace plan.
Macron, Alongside Lebanese Minister, Warns Against ‘Occupation’
French President Macron issued a warning that "occupation" does not bring security, in a message seen as directed at Israel.
N. Korea’s Kim Vows ‘Irreversible’ Nuclear Status, Warns Seoul of ‘Merciless’ Response
North Korea will never change its status as a nuclear-armed state, its leader Kim Jong Un said, state media reported on Tuesday.
UK Sending Air Defense Systems to Gulf: PM
Britain is sending short-range air defense systems to the Gulf to help counter Iranian missile attacks, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said.
Think Tank Calls for Major Expansion of US Air Force Fleet to Counter China
A new policy paper by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies argues the US Air Force must expand its fleet of next‑generation aircraft.
