US Troops May Deploy to Nigeria After Christmas Strikes
Nigerian officials suggest American ground troops could follow Christmas Day airstrikes on ISIS targets, as debate rages over the religious framing of the conflict. Read the latest analysis.
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Japan's record defence budget fuels tensions with China
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
US Airstrikes Hit ISIS in Nigeria, Escalating Conflict
US airstrikes targeted Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria, a major escalation supporting Nigeria's overstretched military. Read the full analysis of the conflict and its roots.
British campaigner fights US deportation after sanctions
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, launches legal battle against US visa sanctions and deportation threat from Trump administration. Read the full story.
Iowa Guardsmen Killed in Syria Return Home
The remains of two Iowa National Guard members killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated to Des Moines on Christmas Eve. Read about the solemn ceremony and the ongoing mission.
US bars Europeans accused of pressuring tech censorship
The US State Department has barred five European figures from entry, accusing them of coercing American tech firms to censor US viewpoints. Discover the implications for digital speech and transatlantic relations.
US Holiday Fuel Prices Hit Four-Year Low
US motorists find relief as average petrol prices drop below $3 a gallon this December, the lowest festive season cost since 2020. Discover the state-by-state breakdown and the economic factors at play.
Trump to Co-Design New 'Trump-Class' US Navy Warships
Donald Trump announces he will co-lead the design of new 'Trump-class' US Navy vessels, with the first, USS Defiant, slated for the early 2030s. Read the full story.
US citizens carry passports daily amid immigration raids
Across the United States, naturalised and native-born citizens are carrying passports daily due to fear of detention in immigration raids. Five individuals share their stories of living in a climate of heightened anxiety.
Trump announces new 'Trump-class' US Navy battleships
Donald Trump reveals plans for a new 'Trump-class' of US Navy warships, dubbed the 'Golden Fleet', promising vessels bigger and more powerful than any before. Read the full details.
Trump recalls 30 ambassadors in diplomatic shake-up
The Trump administration has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats, a move critics call a purge of the professional foreign service. Read the full analysis of this unprecedented diplomatic reshuffle.
Trump announces 'Trump-class' warships in US Navy overhaul
Donald Trump reveals a new 'Golden Fleet' of US Navy warships named after himself, while the administration recalls ambassadors and halts windfarm projects. Get the latest on Monday's key US political stories.
Trump Announces 'Trump-Class' Battleships for US Navy
President Trump has announced a new 'Golden Fleet' of 'Trump-class' battleships, claiming they will be 100 times more powerful than WWII vessels. The move aims to overhaul a fleet he has long criticised.
Trump Announces Two New 'Trump Class' Battleships
Donald Trump has approved a plan to build two new 'Trump Class' battleships, described as the fastest and most powerful ever. Get the latest details and analysis.
US Pauses Offshore Wind Projects Over Security Risks
The US Interior Department has halted five major offshore wind projects due to national security concerns flagged by defence officials. Experts warn turbines could scramble radar and mask submarine threats. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Latin America policy signals US imperialism return
Analysis: Donald Trump's potential second-term agenda for Latin America, focusing on Venezuela and Cuba, suggests a dramatic revival of coercive US foreign policy. Read the full investigation.
US seizes second Venezuelan oil tanker in Caribbean
Exclusive footage reveals US forces boarding a second oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying regional tensions. Discover the full story and geopolitical implications.
US launches massive strikes on ISIS in Syria after ambush
The US military has conducted a massive retaliatory strike against ISIS in Syria, hitting over 70 targets after three Americans were killed in an ambush. Read the latest on the operation and the new US-Syria alliance.
US retaliates in Syria after ISIS attack kills three
The US military has conducted extensive airstrikes on Islamic State targets in Syria, following a deadly attack on American personnel. Read the full details of the retaliation.
US Launches Effort to Eliminate ISIS in Syria
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a major US effort to destroy ISIS in Syria, calling it a 'declaration of vengeance' after three American deaths. Read the latest.
US Syria Airstrikes After ISIS Kills 3 Americans
The US military has launched extensive airstrikes in Syria, retaliating for an ISIS attack that killed two soldiers and a civilian interpreter. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
US Military Stops Shooting Pigs and Goats for Training
The US military will cease using live pigs and goats for trauma training, a practice made obsolete by advanced simulators. The ban, part of the 2025 defence bill, is hailed as a victory for animal rights.
Trump Won't Rule Out Venezuela War as US Armada Gathers
Donald Trump refuses to rule out military action against Venezuela, citing stolen oil. A massive US naval force, including an aircraft carrier, is now deployed. Read the latest developments.
Trump signs $901bn US defence bill with Ukraine aid
President Trump quietly signs the annual $901bn US defence policy bill, which includes provisions for Ukraine and limits on European troop cuts. Discover the details and implications.
Hegseth: Young Americans 'Too Fat or Too Dumb' for Military
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth tells recruiters many youths are unfit for service due to obesity, poor education, or criminal records, despite recent recruitment rebounds. Read the full analysis.
TikTok signs deal to sell US operations to American-led venture
TikTok has finalised a deal to sell its US operations to a joint venture led by Oracle and Silver Lake, concluding a long-running political battle over data security and foreign ownership. Read the full details.
Travel Expert Names Overrated US Spots & Hidden Gems
Emily Hart, who visited all 50 US states, shares her top underrated destinations and the popular spots she finds overrated. Discover her travel hacks and journey from teacher to influencer.
Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Russia-US Talks in Miami on Ukraine Peace Plan
A Kremlin envoy will meet US officials in Florida to discuss a Washington-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine, as EU leaders weigh a major loan for Kyiv. Read the latest.
Trump Promises $1,776 Christmas Bonus to Military
President Trump pledges $1,776 'warrior dividend' to 1.45m service members for Christmas, but the source of the $2.6bn funding remains unclear. Read the full analysis.
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