The Trump administration is speculated to introduce restrictions on open AI models, citing national security risks and competition with Chinese models, despite critics arguing it would hinder US innovation.
Former US Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer discusses the challenges of deterring Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping, Iran's influence, and the Biden administration's decision-making process. He also touches on the US-Saudi nuclear deal and prospects for a ceasefire in the Middle East.
Experts at a public inquiry warn Australia's proposed Aukus nuclear submarine fleet will generate tonnes of weapons-usable uranium-235, posing significant proliferation risks and long-term radioactive waste management challenges, potentially weakening global non-proliferation efforts.
Donald Trump's foreign policy approach to allies in the Middle East and Europe is likened to a protection racket, demanding financial compensation for US security. He proposed a 20% toll on Hormuz shipping and pressured NATO allies to increase defense spending and buy US weapons, framing security as a billable service rather than a collective good.
Australia's national security watchdog, INSLM, recommends reforming espionage and foreign interference laws, warning they risk undermining democracy and press freedom. The review proposes new offenses against transnational repression and clearer national security definitions to protect civil liberties.
Senator Bernie Moreno has introduced a bill to restrict the use of vehicle software and hardware from companies with significant Chinese ownership in the US, citing national security concerns. The bill would prohibit connected vehicles if their manufacturer is more than 15% owned or controlled by Chinese entities.
Sweden announced plans to significantly boost its mining sector, particularly for rare earths, by declaring critical metal extraction a national security interest. This strategy aims to streamline permit processes and attract investment to counter European dependence on China, though it raises concerns for the Sami reindeer-herding indigenous people.
The Pentagon has added Fudan University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University to a list of 88 foreign institutions deemed a threat to US national security, barring US Department of Defence-funded researchers from collaboration starting in fiscal year 2026.
Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir joined thousands of Jewish extremists storming Jerusalem's al-Haram al-Sharif compound, known as Temple Mount, on Thursday. They prayed and waved Israeli flags, violating the decades-old status quo agreement and sparking condemnations from Palestinian and Jordanian officials.
The US House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including provisions to prohibit the Pentagon from using Chinese-made humanoid robots due to national security and data privacy concerns, while commercial sales remain unaffected.
Hong Kong police arrested five people from two independent bookstores for allegedly selling "seditious" content, sparking concern and a surge in sales of a related book in Taiwan. Taiwan's president and booksellers condemned the arrests, highlighting censorship fears and cross-strait tensions.
US lawmakers are exploring tariffs, port fees, and sanctions against China's shipbuilding industry to rebuild America's commercial fleet. Citing economic and national security concerns, members of Congress acknowledge that penalties alone may not suffice to restore US capacity.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has formally dismissed Alexander Syrsky as commander-in-chief and appointed Mikhail Drapaty, also naming Igor Skibyuk as the new General Staff chief. The appointment of Drapaty faces legal hurdles as national security law requires a recommendation from a serving defense minister, a post currently vacant following Mikhail Fedorov's resignation and subsequent protests.
Coordinating Minister K Shanmugam was promoted to senior minister in a Singapore cabinet reshuffle, becoming the first to hold the title with a portfolio. Labour chief Ng Chee Meng was reinstated to the Prime Minister’s Office, alongside other ministerial appointments and a ministry renaming.
Far-right activist Laura Loomer criticized NYC Councilman Zohran Mamdani for calling Israeli PM Netanyahu a 'war criminal' and 'unwelcome in New York City.' Loomer, who is Jewish, urged a 'Muslim ban' and claimed Mamdani sympathizes with Iran and Hamas, posing a national security risk.
West Kowloon Court rejected a defence psychiatrist's opinion that Leung Kai-lok, 19, lacked understanding of his anti-government graffiti. Leung pleaded guilty to criminal damage but denied sedition under the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance for scrawling offensive words against city leaders in a Tsim Sha Tsui toilet.
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed rules to ban imports of advanced drones, primarily from China, equipped with swarming capabilities and infrared sensors, citing national security risks. This action follows previous bans on Chinese telecom equipment and extends exemptions for non-Chinese components until 2028.
The US Space Force increased its National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Lane 1 contract ceiling from $5.6 billion to $17 billion, tripling the maximum value due to rising demand for military satellite launches and additional missions.
The US Space Force announced it is tripling the maximum value of its National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 contract to $17 billion, up from $5.6 billion, to meet rising demand for military satellite launches and accommodate additional missions through 2029.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui met in Moscow to discuss boosting bilateral cooperation and regional/international security. Choe Son Hui also held a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin.
The US lifted sanctions on nine individuals, a "friendly gesture" following the expiration of a national emergency declaration concerning Hong Kong. However, legal experts note that broader compliance requirements and sanctions on dozens of others remain largely unchanged.
Campaigners warn the UK government's plan to boost intensive poultry farming for food security is a national security risk due to resource intensity, pollution, and reliance on imported feed, advocating for plant-based proteins instead.
A US congressional advisory panel, the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission, is making its first trip to China in seven years to investigate the national security implications of the two countries' economic and trade relationship. Chairman Randall Schriver stated the trip aims to understand, not reset, the relationship.
Donald Trump's media company plans to launch Truth PSI, a paid service offering Wall Street firms high-speed access to top Truth Social posts, including potentially the president's own market-moving announcements. Critics call it a brazen exploitation of government power for personal profit, while the company frames it as monetizing proprietary assets.
