U.S. Defense & Military Politics - Page 177

December 31

Netanyahu warns of ‘eighth front’ ideological battle for American hearts and minds with Christian leaders

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of 'eighth front' in ideological battle, telling Christian leaders that faith must confront terrorism in defense of civilization.

December 31

Russia alleges attack on Putin residence as Ukraine denies claim ahead of Trump talks

Putin accused Ukraine of launching drone attacks on his residence, derailing momentum on Zelenskyy's peace plan as Russia threatens to harden its position.

December 31

Putin vows victory in Ukraine in New Year’s address amid Trump-backed peace talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin's defiant New Year's message contrasts sharply with President Donald Trump's diplomatic push as Ukraine-Russia war approaches fourth year.

December 31

Putin residence drone attack dismissed as implausible as Ukraine accusations mount

Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence allegedly targeted by Ukrainian drones, but drone expert Cameron Chell says the claims lack credibility due to tactical impossibilities.

December 31

Ukraine–Russia at a crossroads: How the war evolved in 2025 and what comes next

President Donald Trump engaged Ukraine, Russian leaders throughout 2025 in unprecedented diplomatic push to end the war, including Alaska summit and Mar-a-Lago meetings.

December 31

ISIS exploiting Syria’s chaos as US strikes expose growing threat

Despite years of defeat claims, ISIS adapts and persists in Syria's chaos, prompting major U.S. military response and raising containment questions.

December 30

Judge says Charlie Kirk suspect case needs transparency as it generates attention

Fox News' Alexis McAdams reports on the release of a partial transcript from a closed-door hearing for Tyler Robinson and media coverage of the case.

December 30

Anti-Iran regime protests grow across country as Trump admin boosts demonstrators offering support

U.S. officials voice support for Iranian demonstrators as protests intensify following currency crisis, with reports of tear gas and security crackdowns.

December 30

NEW: US strikes alleged drug port in Venezuela

President Donald Trump confirmed a strike targeting what he described as a Venezuelan port used for drug trafficking, offering few details as pressure mounts on Nicolas Maduro.

December 30

Inside the Trump-Musk split: How America’s most powerful bromance imploded into the biggest breakup of 2025

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's relationship soured in 2025 when Musk criticized Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, leading to a political breakup that played out on social media.