US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the war in Iran has cost US$37.5 billion, seeking urgent funding from skeptical lawmakers. The unpopular conflict is a key issue ahead of midterm elections.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican known for his hawkish foreign policy and staunch support for Israel, has died at 71 after a brief illness. Graham was a controversial figure, often making strong statements on international conflicts and US foreign policy.
Russia has banned diesel exports to stabilize its domestic market following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, which have caused gasoline shortages and price spikes. Meanwhile, Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least three in Kyiv and four in Odesa.
Donald Trump told Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Ukraine may be allowed to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors. This offer, made at the Nato summit in Ankara, could be a diplomatic coup for Kyiv, but faces significant hurdles.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has cancelled a trip to Israel following President Trump's declaration that the ceasefire with Iran is 'over'. Trump's comments came after Iran retaliated against US strikes with attacks on US bases. Israel's actions in Lebanon and Gaza have been a point of contention.
Europe is concerned the US defense industrial base cannot fulfill weapons pledges to NATO allies due to depleted stockpiles from conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. This leaves allies considering new defense avenues as US arms shipments are delayed or canceled.
Egypt has opened 'The Octagon', its new armed forces headquarters, reportedly the largest in the world, surpassing the Pentagon. President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi attended the ceremony in military uniform, calling it proof of a nation's will.
Egypt has opened 'The Octagon,' a new armed forces headquarters described as the world's largest, surpassing the Pentagon. President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi attended the ceremony in military uniform, calling it proof of a nation's will.
Alibaba has filed a lawsuit against the US government in a California federal court, challenging its placement on a Pentagon blacklist. The company argues the designation, claiming it's linked to the Chinese military, lacks factual or legal basis and will impose severe operational penalties.
E-commerce giant Alibaba has filed a lawsuit against the US government, challenging its placement on a Pentagon blacklist. The company argues the designation, claiming it's linked to the Chinese military, lacks factual or legal basis and will severely impact its operations.
Alibaba Group Holding has sued the US Department of Defence to be removed from a blacklist of companies supporting China's military. The tech giant claims the Pentagon's action violated constitutional due process and free speech rights.
India is in discussions with the UAE to sell its BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and Akashteer air defence network. The deal, if finalized, would make the UAE the fourth foreign customer for BrahMos. Talks are progressing rapidly as the UAE seeks to bolster its military capabilities.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US military presence in Europe, linking future troop numbers and NATO dues to allies' defense spending. He criticized "free riding" and "shameful" inaction on using airbases for strikes against Iran, threatening force reductions in low-spending nations.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of US forces in Europe, criticizing allies for "free-riding" and imposing limits on aid during the war with Iran. The review, termed Nato 3.0, aims for Europe to lead on security, with the US demanding increased defense spending from member states.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte declined to criticize US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "paper tiger" comments on NATO, stating allies are working hard to meet targets. Rutte acknowledged the need for "equitable distribution of labor" as the US reviews its troop presence in Europe.
A US official stated that allies' failure to meet NATO spending targets puts American troops at risk and could lead to reduced US contributions to NATO's organizational costs.
The article discusses India's pursuit of self-reliance in defence, drawing lessons from Iran's missile and drone strategy and Ukraine's drone improvisation. It highlights India's diverse defence ecosystem and tailored approach, citing Operation Sindoor as an example of indigenous system success.
President Trump invoked the Defence Production Act to address "systemic constraints in the munitions industrial base," aiming to bolster depleted US weapons stockpiles strained by conflicts like the 15-week Iran war. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is tasked with creating voluntary agreements to improve capacity, despite his previous assertions that concerns over munitions are overstated.
Airbus Defence and Space и украинский производитель дронов SkyFall подписали меморандум о сотрудничестве для укрепления ПВО Украины и развития европейской оборонной экосистемы.
Residents of Langrune-sur-Mer, France, protested US defense secretary Pete Hegseth's planned visit for D-day commemorations, citing his anti-immigrant rhetoric. Their protest gained global attention after Hegseth used his D-day speech to condemn immigration, leading to widespread criticism.
China's Ministry of Commerce criticized the US for "continuously overstretching the concept of national security" and suppressing Chinese companies, stating these actions harm the global economic order and supply chains.
The US Defence Department has expanded its Section 1260H list to 188 entities, up from 134, targeting many Chinese tech and industrial giants. Companies like Wuxi AppTec, Unitree, and solar firms JA Solar and Trina Solar were included. China's foreign ministry criticized the move as discriminatory.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth likened migration to an 'invasion' of European coastlines, urging stronger defence contributions from European countries during a speech in Normandy on the 82nd D-Day anniversary, while skipping the main international ceremony.
PM Narendra Modi visited L&T's Surat facility, reviewing indigenous defence equipment, including 'Zorawar', India's first light battle tank for mountainous terrains, and emphasized 'Make in India' in the defence sector.
