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18 results for “defense costs”
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Far Can Russia Probe NATO’s Collective Defense?
Latvia’s president says Putin’s appetite for risk is growing, raising questions about whether Russia could probe NATO’s collective defense.
- 7 min
- Latvia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump blames Kyiv for diesel costs amid Mideast oil crisis
In Kyiv, Trump urges Ukraine to halt refinery strikes, linking attacks to diesel shortages and market strain during a broader Middle East disruption.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine lost $1.2 bn to defense fraud and waste in one year – NYT — RT World News
Secret audits reportedly cite $1.2bn lost to defense fraud, waste, and mismanagement in 2024, raising oversight concerns for Kyiv and Western donors.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israeli defense minister puts NATO power on notice as Middle East tensions surge: ‘Dangerous adventures’
From Jerusalem, Israel’s Israel Katz cautions Turkey against “dangerous adventures” in Syria, signaling firm defense of Israeli interests as tensions rise.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine's fired Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for elections despite war with Russia
Mykhailo Fedorov calls for national elections despite war, reviving debate on legitimacy, logistics, and security as Kyiv faces internal and external pr...
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine’s ex-defense chief calls on Zelensky to lift election ban
Mikhail Fedorov calls on President Zelensky to lift the wartime election ban, intensifying debate over legitimacy, security, and timing in Kyiv.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ousted Ukrainian Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov on the war with Russia
Ousted Ukrainian defense chief Mykhailo Fedorov speaks in Moscow, shaping perceptions on battlefield momentum, alliances, and Kyiv’s defense leadership.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump: Canada Will Be Tariffed for Costs of Smoke Pollution Blanketing U.S.
From Washington, Trump signals possible tariffs to recoup U.S. economic losses from Canadian wildfire smoke, raising U.S.–Canada trade tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelensky dismisses another defense minister — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Ukraine’s Zelensky dismisses Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov after six months, signaling a broader wartime reshuffle watched by allies and rivals.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump heading to NATO summit amid tensions over defense spending, Iran war
President Trump travels to Ankara for a NATO summit as allies press U.S. commitments, Washington pushes higher defense outlays, and Iran risks loom.
- 6 min
- Turkey
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israel to occupy parts of Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely – defense minister — RT World News
Defense chief Israel Katz says IDF will hold current positions as a security measure, signaling a harder policy amid regional tensions and scrutiny.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
MORNING GLORY: Senator Susan Collins and the nation’s national defense
At 9 a.m. in Washington, Sen. Susan Collins tests a reconciliation path to advance defense funding as Democrats warn of a pre‑midterm shutdown.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Pentagon Seeks $80B to Cover Costs of US War With Iran
Washington pursues an $80B supplemental for Iran-related operations amid Senate moves to curb executive war powers, shaping costs and strategy.
- 6 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump-backed Moore wins GOP runoff for US Senate in Alabama, as Democrats focus on rising costs
Rep. Barry Moore secures Alabama’s GOP Senate nod, boosting Republicans’ fall map as Democrats press inflation and affordability in messaging.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Moves to Expand Weapons Manufacturing, Strengthen National Defense
U.S. to accelerate weapons manufacturing and defense supply chains as Tehran tensions rise; funding, oversight, exports, and markets in focus.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing as Iran war intensifies concerns
President Trump triggers the Defense Production Act to speed munitions manufacturing as Iran-related tensions rise, prioritizing materials and contracts.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Mali’s defense minister killed in suspected Western-backed terrorist coup attempt — RT Africa
RT Africa reports Gen. Sadio Camara died after a car bombing and shootout in Mali; claims unverified by officials, details on attackers unclear.
- 7 min
- Mali
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
RX Border Defense: Buyer Beware When It Comes to Cheap Chinese Drug Ingredients for Weight Loss
U.S. group flags opaque supply chains, quality risks, and adulteration in Chinese-made ingredients entering global weight-loss drug markets.
- 7 min
- China