President Donald Trump arrived in Evian, France, for the Group of Seven summit with characteristic confidence, declaring himself "the boss" to assembled world leaders and journalists. The lighthearted moment drew laughter from the room, as did his invitation to reporters to remain for what would be closed-door negotiations. The press corps was, of course, required to depart … [Read more...] about G7 Nations Rally Behind Trump’s Iran Strategy and Strait of Hormuz Security Plan
American Forces Strengthen Pacific Foothold with New Australian Weapons Depot
The United States is significantly expanding its military capabilities in Australia, establishing new weapons stockpiles and prepositioning forces as part of a broader strategic response to China's increasingly aggressive posture in the Asia Pacific region. American forces will now include Australia in a global prepositioning program that places weapons, ammunition, personnel, … [Read more...] about American Forces Strengthen Pacific Foothold with New Australian Weapons Depot
US Government Refuses to Acknowledge Civilian Harm in Somalia Strike That Injured Child
The consequences of American military operations in the Horn of Africa have come into sharp focus through the plight of one seven-year-old boy whose future hangs in the balance. Abdiqadir Salah remains hospitalized in Somalia, his small body harboring shrapnel fragments from a United States airstrike conducted six months ago. Medical professionals warn that without an … [Read more...] about US Government Refuses to Acknowledge Civilian Harm in Somalia Strike That Injured Child
Hegseth Tells NATO Allies They Have Six Months to Restore Military Readiness
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered an unvarnished assessment of NATO's deteriorating military capabilities to alliance defense ministers in Brussels on Thursday, warning European partners they have six months to demonstrate serious commitment to collective defense or face consequences for American participation. Speaking at NATO headquarters, Hegseth opened the … [Read more...] about Hegseth Tells NATO Allies They Have Six Months to Restore Military Readiness
Iran Launches Repeated Drone Strikes While Executing Protesters at Home
The Islamic Republic of Iran has demonstrated once again that its commitments to peace agreements carry little weight, as violations of the recently announced ceasefire accumulate with troubling regularity. This pattern of behavior should surprise no one familiar with the history of American-Iranian relations over the past 47 years. The United States did not choose to enter … [Read more...] about Iran Launches Repeated Drone Strikes While Executing Protesters at Home