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24 results for “us defense budget”
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine says Musk's Starshield defense limited again, enabling Russian strikes as U.S. envoys push for a deal
Ukraine says speed restrictions on Elon Musk's Starshield network are again hampering its ability to intercept Russian strikes as U.S. envoys seek a deal.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
House votes to block motion to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
The Republican-led House narrowly rejected a motion to impeach the defense secretary over his handling of the Iran war and other military hostilities.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US military aircraft leave second UK base
A 10 November 2026 report says US military aircraft have left a second UK base. The base, aircraft and departure date were not identified.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Military / WarThe Veil
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie unveils impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Rep. Thomas Massie reintroduced impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the U.S. war with Iran.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US approves Patriot missiles sale to Ukraine
The State Department said on Oct. 31, 2026, it approved the sale. Missile quantities and delivery dates were not specified.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Russia sends three diesel tankers toward US
A dispatch links the reported shipment to an agreement between Putin and his US counterpart. Vessel details, cargo volumes and arrival dates remain unkn...
- 8 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US accuses Canada of election meddling
The allegation cites targeted trade measures and anti-Trump ads, but the account provides no underlying evidence or Canadian response.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Anduril employee tender offer would value the defense tech startup at $90 billion
A reported employee tender offer could value Anduril at $90 billion, but completion and transaction terms have not been disclosed.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US could join Saudi strikes on Yemen – Trump
Trump said the US may join Saudi Arabia's campaign against Yemen's Houthis, but announced no decision to strike or timeline for action.
- 6 min
- Yemen
Military / WarThe Veil
US military to livestream execution by firing squad
Pete Hegseth says the US military plans to livestream the execution of a former Army psychiatrist who killed 13 people at a Texas base. No date was given.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Russian air defense explained: How Moscow counters mass drone attacks
An overview of defensive systems, shared targeting data and responding units, including how they may address drone and Flamingo missile threats.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Okinawa murder renews scrutiny on US military presence
An Oct. 7, 2026, signal reports Anna Yagi's killing in Okinawa. A U.S. Marine is alleged to be responsible; the allegation is unproven.
- 7 min
- Japan
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
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
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
Military / WarThe Veil
US Military Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers
Pentagon says precise, limited strikes targeted Iran-linked oil vessels, framed as retaliation amid rising maritime security tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Is the US military losing its resiliency?
Observers in Washington scrutinize Pentagon leadership and messaging gaps, weighing impacts on readiness, morale, and alliance confidence.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US probes Iran wedding strike that analysis shows was likely direct hit by US munition
Washington investigates a Sept. 4 Iran wedding strike as analysis points to a US-made weapon, raising questions on targeting and arms custody.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarBehind The Veil
Nigeria confirms US troop withdrawal — RT Africa
Abuja says US forces will exit as kidnappings and militant attacks surge, raising concerns over intelligence support and regional security impacts.
- 8 min
- Nigeria
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
Military / WarThe Veil
California’s affordability crisis threatens America’s defense industrial base
Policymakers say high living costs thin skilled trades, delaying hires and raising costs for aerospace and munitions programs across California.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine’s war didn’t go to plan. Its former defense minister’s career did — RT World News
Former minister Fedorov to counsel Italy on UAV innovation, reflecting expertise amid Ukraine war critiques and Europe’s defense scale‑up.
- 6 min
- Ukraine