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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
Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Washington expands ‘tanker-for-tanker’ policy, hitting three IRGC-linked oil vessels after Iran targeted two U.S. warships, raising Gulf maritime risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
Carville says one democratic socialist's 'lunacy of the highest level' policy could haunt swing state Dems
From Washington, James Carville says far-left primary victories in MI and WI—and a “lunacy-level” policy—could alienate moderates 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
New York Times calls University of California's 'test-blind' admissions policy a 'terrible' mistake
New York Times Editorial Board calls UC’s test-blind admissions a mistake, pressuring Regents to revisit testing as 2027 planning begins.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Complaint seeks answers on Scouting America's transgender policy after Pentagon deal
Filing in Washington asks Pentagon to disclose terms of its deal with Scouting America and any gender identity limits tied to Defense partnerships.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US court dismisses Trump administration lawsuit over Los Angeles immigration policy
California appellate court backs Los Angeles in challenge to its immigration policy, ending a Trump-era lawsuit and reinforcing local discretion.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's personal feuds with allies from Italy to Israel reveal how personality drives his foreign policy
Public spats from Italy to Israel show how Trump’s personal frictions shape U.S. messaging, adding diplomatic risk as partners gauge reliability.
- 7 min
- Israel
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
Steyer’s exit from the California governor’s race could spell bad news for climate policy
Steyer’s withdrawal narrows the field to Becerra and Hilton, raising concerns over climate ambition and investment certainty in California.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
House passes Ukraine aid bill in another GOP rebuke of Trump’s foreign policy
U.S. House approves Ukraine aid, signaling GOP defiance of Trump and support for Kyiv; Senate outcome uncertain but diplomatic impact grows.
- 6 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
‘Nothing adds up’: Veteran German politician tears into Merz’s Russia policy (VIDEO) — RT World News
German opposition figure Sahra Wagenknecht faults CDU leader Merz over Russia policy, citing double standards and economic costs amid NATO-Ukraine tensi...
- 7 min
- Russia
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
A policy wonk who wants Nancy Pelosi's House seat is unafraid of a fight
The state lawmaker favored to succeed Nancy Pelosi in the House is no stranger to the national spotlight
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Exclusive—Lyndsey Sikes: Why Are States Like New York and California Controlling Abortion Drug Policy in Louisiana?
Until federal regulators restore commonsense safety standards and end the mass mailing of abortion drugs across state lines, Louisiana's women and children rema...
- 6 min
- United States