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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
What Else Is the Pentagon Hiding From Us?
Report claims four additional service member deaths not publicly tallied, intensifying pressure on Pentagon transparency and casualty reporting
- 6 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Escalating US-Iran attacks drive oil above $100
Oil surged past $100 amid escalating US-Iran attacks, spiking diesel to a record and pressuring transport costs as Washington weighs response options.
- 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
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Rebuilding bridges: the US lifts sanctions on Syria
Washington ends Syria sanctions, aiming to spur rebuilding, trade, and aid. Markets eye logistics, cement, power, and telecoms amid cautious oversight.
- 7 min
- Syria
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Canada threatens to cut electricity to US
Premier Doug Ford signals Ontario could limit electricity exports and critical minerals if U.S. trade actions escalate, raising cross‑border risks.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
ICC head decries US sanctions — RT World News
ICC President Tomoko Akane says US sanctions on ICC officials risk undermining international justice cooperation and judicial independence.
- 8 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
US mulls copying Russia’s air defense tech – Military Watch — RT World News
U.S. evaluators in Washington assess S-300/S-400-inspired mobile radar features to boost survivability, tracking, and NATO interoperability.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Kenyans demand halt to UK defense deal — RT Africa
Civil groups press Nairobi to suspend the UK training deal, citing unresolved abuse allegations and weak accountability as both sides review terms.
- 7 min
- Kenya