Category : Defence


Final SIGAR report: $7.1bn US gear left for Taliban

A damning final report from the US watchdog SIGAR details how $7.1bn in taxpayer-funded weapons and equipment was abandoned in Afghanistan, now forming the Taliban's security core. Read the full investigation.

Russia's WW3 threat maps 23 UK defence sites as targets

A senior Russian official has posted a map of 23 UK defence sites, implying they are missile targets, escalating tensions after former defence secretary Ben Wallace's comments on Crimea. Explore the chilling details.

Afghan Attack Suspects Served at Same Kandahar Base

Two Afghan men charged in separate US attacks—a National Guard shooting and a bomb threat—reportedly served at the same counterterrorism base in Kandahar. Both entered the US under Operation Allies Welcome. Read the full investigation.

Federal Judge Skeptical of Trump's Guard Control

A US federal judge has sharply questioned the Trump administration's authority to maintain command of California National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles. Read the latest on this constitutional clash.

US Navy's Venezuela Buildup: 22 Strikes, 87 Killed

A detailed timeline of the US military's escalating presence near Venezuela and its controversial strikes on alleged drug-smuggling vessels, raising legal and diplomatic concerns. Read the full analysis.

US Admiral: Survivors on 'Narco Boat' Had No Comms

A US Navy admiral reportedly told lawmakers the two survivors of a first strike had no communication equipment, raising legal questions. Read the full report on the controversial 'double-tap' incident.

US Boat Strikes in Caribbean Prompt War Crime Claims

The Trump administration faces scrutiny over deadly US military strikes on suspected drug boats, with 87 killed in 22 incidents. Critics allege war crimes and a dangerous blurring of law. Read the full investigation.

Vance's 2:30am Signalgate Message After Scandal Broke

A Pentagon report reveals J.D. Vance messaged a compromised Signal chat at 2:30am after the Signalgate scandal broke. Defence Secretary Hegseth found to have endangered US troops. Read the full investigation.

US Pushes Europe to Take Lead on NATO Defence by 2027

Pentagon officials have told European diplomats that the US expects the continent to shoulder the bulk of NATO's conventional defence by 2027, warning of potential US disengagement if the deadline is missed. Discover the implications for transatlantic sec

Page 92 of 178
Pickt mobile sticky banner — logo, tagline and CTA button