U.S. Defense & Military Politics - Page 167

January 30

Saudis won’t let the US use its bases or airspace for an attack on Iran, senior Gulf official reveals

As Trump weighs options on a possible strike on Iran, a senior Gulf official told Fox News that Saudi Arabia will not allow the U.S. to use its airspace or bases for such an attack.

January 30

Ukraine races to bolster air defenses as Putin’s strike pause nears end

Ukraine is rushing to boost air defenses as a brief Russian airstrike pause on Kyiv nears an end. Experts warn the temporary halt may strengthen Moscow's position.

January 30

Trump says Iran already has US terms as military strike clock ticks

Iran offers to discuss nuclear program with U.S. "on an equal footing" as Washington deploys warships to Middle East amid growing diplomatic tensions.

January 29

Hamas emerges as ‘ultimate spoiler’ in Gaza plan as Trump insists terror group will disarm

Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouk says the group "never agreed to disarm" after President Donald Trump claimed the militant organization would throw down weapons.

January 28

UK reopens Chagos Islands talks with US following Trump criticism of deal: reports

Chagos Islands talks between U.K. and U.S. reopened after President Donald Trump called the Mauritius deal an "act of great stupidity" as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says discussions have resumed.

January 28

Gulf shipping operations grind to halt near Iran; US quietly prepares for possible strike: 'Heightened risk'

Maritime intelligence warns of heightened risks for U.S.-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf as Iran threatens an "immediate, all-out" response to any American military action.

January 28

Combined war casualties for Russia and Ukraine could hit 2 million, new report warns

A new CSIS report warns Russia-Ukraine war casualties could reach 2 million by spring 2026, with Russia reportedly suffering 1.2 million casualties so far.

January 27

Families of Trinidadian men killed in US strike sue Trump admin

Family members of two men killed in one of the U.S. fatal boat strikes against alleged "narcoterrorists" have brought a lawsuit against the Trump administration.

January 26

Trump says Iran called 'numerous' times to make deal as carrier enters Middle East waters

President Donald Trump indicated Iran is seeking negotiations as the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier enters the region and protests continue inside Iran.

January 26

Russia reportedly slams Trump’s Golden Dome as 'provocative' as trillion-dollar shield takes shape

Russia reportedly called the U.S. Golden Dome missile defense project "provocative" as an expert says Russia's reaction shows the system's power as a bargaining chip.