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12 results for “budget”

Military / WarThe Veil

France faces a fresh budget battle that threatens to topple another government as debt costs spiral

Rising debt costs and a fractious Assembly raise the stakes as France readies its finance bill, with OAT volatility and a confidence test looming.

  • 7 min
  • France

Military / WarThe Veil

U.S. to spend $2 billion to $3 billion per month on Iran war, Congressional Budget Office says

Congressional Budget Office estimates ongoing Iran-related military spending at $2–$3B per month, totaling $38B, shaping budget and oversight talks.

  • 6 min
  • Iran

Military / WarThe Veil

Iran War could cost $2 billion per month, Congressional Budget Office estimates

CBO reports $38B spent Feb. 28–Aug. 1 on Iran war operations, averaging $2B monthly, informing budget debates as conflict continues into late Q3 2026.

  • 7 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending

Legislative Yuan ends record delay, approving 2026 budget with added funds for drones and surveillance, enabling agencies to resume deferred projects.

  • 7 min
  • Taiwan

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Thune, Trump, Senate conservatives reach deal to set aside budget, SAVE America Act impasse

Late-night deal in Washington pauses budget resolution tied to the SAVE America Act, easing immediate tensions while talks continue.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Military / WarBehind The Veil

EU plugs budget hole with Google mega-fine — RT World News

Brussels will use a €4.6bn penalty on Google to cut member contributions, offering short-term relief amid Ukraine support and rising defense costs.

  • 7 min
  • European Union

Military / WarThe Veil

Watch: Pete Hegseth faces lawmakers' questions as he vies for $1.5 trillion defense budget

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine faced bipartisan questioning on Capitol Hill about the war in Ir

  • 3 min
  • Iran

Military / WarThe Veil

The problem with America's $1 trillion military budget

Rising unit costs, R&D, and supply-chain inflation push U.S. defense spending toward $1T, intensifying debates on oversight, trade-offs, and readiness.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Newsom administration allegedly knew of $2B California budget error for months: report

Report says Sacramento officials knew of a $2B accounting error for months, raising transparency concerns and complicating California deficit talks.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Military / WarThe Veil

Trump's 2027 Budget Proposes $1.5 Trillion Defense Spending, 10% Domestic Cuts— Here's What To Know

New York unveils plan shifting funds to defense amid deficit concerns; markets and Congress brace for uneven impacts and tough negotiations.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Military / WarThe Veil

Wartime Budgets Are an X-Ray of Presidential Priorities

Vietnam-based analysis shows how war funding reshapes agendas, revealing trade-offs, deficits, and risks as leaders balance conflict costs and social aims.

  • 7 min
  • Vietnam

Society / CultureThe Veil

Bib Gourmand restaurants for fine dining on a budget

Excellent value eateries with the Michelin inspectors’ seal of approval

  • 6 min
  • United States