Russian cargo plane arrives in Cuba, echoing frantic Caracas buildup
GRAZ, Austria — A heavy Russian cargo plane that previously brought air defense systems to Venezuela arrived at…
Horowitz: Iran’s Defenses Are Broken, Its Retaliatory Power Isn’t
Iran is bracing for a potential attack as the United States deploys key military assets, including an air…
Ukraine, Russia conclude second day of US-led peace talks in Abu Dhabi – POLITICO
The talks brought together senior military and intelligence officials from all three sides. Ukraine’s delegation included Defense Minister…
France to send ‘land, air and sea assets’ to Greenland – POLITICO
The French president confirmed that France would seek to increase defense spending by €36 billion between 2026 and…
Brussels unveils plan to fill up Ukraine’s war chest with billions to spend on weapons – POLITICO
Once the legal text is agreed, the EU will raise joint debt to finance the initiative, although the governments…
Germany and France clash over buying US arms with €90B loan to Ukraine – POLITICO
French President Emmanuel Macron is keen to give preferential treatment to EU military companies to strengthen the bloc’s…
Zelenskyy vows new operations targeting Russia – POLITICO
He declined to provide details, saying it was “too early” to speak publicly about certain operations, but stressed…
Zelenskyy’s new chief of staff has his work cut out for him – POLITICO
It’s true, Yermak was a gift for MAGA’s Ukraine-bashing wing. Whereas Budanov, as a war hero, is less…
Israel’s new laser system goes active
JERUSALEM — Israel’s Iron Beam laser air defense system is officially active. The Israeli Ministry of Defense and…
Lithuania declares national emergency over surge in smugglers’ balloons – POLITICO
Lithuania on Tuesday declared a nationwide state of emergency over a surge in contraband-carrying balloons flying over the…
No ‘finalized’ peace plan on Ukraine – POLITICO
“Ministers agreed we need to agree on the funding options as a matter of urgency,” Kallas told reporters…
Retaliating against Russia – POLITICO
Still, any new measures “need to have plausible deniability,” said one EU diplomat. Show of force NATO, for…