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21 results for “defense spending”
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending approved by Congress, a move some lawmakers called illegal
President Trump seeks to void nearly $1B approved by Congress, drawing bipartisan legal concerns and potential court and appropriations challenges.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chris Pappas Cuts New Hampshire Senate TV Ad Spending: Report
Pappas’s Senate campaign reportedly pulls TV buys in a NH market, signaling a rapid resource shift as polls show a dead heat with John Sununu.
- 7 min
- United States
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 / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Palantir CEO Alex Karp backs ousted Ukraine defense minister's new defense tech startup
Ex-Ukrainian defense minister Fedorov launches a wartime tech venture to turn battlefield lessons into software, sensing, and decision tools.
- 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 / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Fired Ukrainian defense minister says Ukraine is in a "technological war" with Russia
Fired Ukrainian defense minister says drones, EW, and rapid tech adaptation will shape the conflict, signaling shifts in strategy and industry impacts.
- 8 min
- Russia
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
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
Israel critic wins US Senate primary despite record AIPAC spending on rival (VIDEOS) — RT World News
El-Sayed edges out rival despite $32M in AIPAC-backed spending, signaling rifts over Middle East policy and super PAC influence ahead of November.
- 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
White House requests $87.6 billion supplemental spending for Iran war, farm aid
Administration requests $87.6B supplemental for Iran-related defense and U.S. farm aid, setting up swift negotiations on Capitol Hill.
- 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
Taiwan president says he 'won't give up' on defence spending after parliament cuts
In New Taipei, President Lai pledges to uphold core defense programs despite opposition-led cuts, exploring phased funding to limit delays.
- 6 min
- Taiwan
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