Taiwan Proposes Record Defence Budget, Crossing T$1 Trillion Mark
Taiwan's cabinet approved a record 2027 defence budget of T$1.1225 trillion, an 18% increase, exceeding 3% of GDP.
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Taiwan Unveils Record Defence Budget for 2027
Taiwan's government proposes a record T$1.1225 trillion defence budget for 2027, the first to exceed T$1 trillion.
Prince Harry Calls for Better Use of Veterans' Skills in Civilian Workforce
Prince Harry met U.S. veterans in Washington, urging communities to better apply military skills in civilian life and hinting at a commercial initiative.
Media, Military Guests Detained at Gunpoint in Vandenberg Security Mix-Up
Invited journalists and military personnel were briefly held at gunpoint at Vandenberg Space Force Base due to a communication breakdown.
Stars and Stripes Publisher Steps Down, Citing Pentagon Rift
The longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes retires, citing fundamental differences with Pentagon leadership over the paper's future.
Zelenskyy Backs New Defense Minister, Sets Priorities for Ukraine's Military
Ukraine's parliament approves Maj. Gen. Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister; Zelenskyy outlines priorities including deep strikes and air defense.
Trump showcases new White House helipad, touts granite and security upgrades
President Trump showed reporters the new White House helipad, praising its granite and revealing security features of the underground ballroom.
OAS chief urges international support for Haiti as elections near
OAS Secretary General Albert Ramdin, after visiting Haiti, urged more help for the gang-suppression force and stressed the need for secure elections.
Suspected arson at Milrem site fails to halt Ukraine robot deliveries
Estonian defence contractor Milrem Robotics says suspected sabotage at its Tallinn site has not disrupted deliveries of robotic vehicles to Ukraine.
Ukraine's Sacked Defence Minister Demands Wartime Elections
Ousted Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, challenging President Zelenskiy's leadership amid a governance crisis.
Iceland's EU referendum: fish, sovereignty and a changing world
Iceland votes on reopening EU talks, balancing fisheries control, economic concerns, and shifting security dynamics.
Israeli jets strike Syrian air base after Turkish delegation visit
Israel struck Syria's Abu Duhur air base hours after a Turkish delegation left, citing security concerns; Damascus and Ankara condemn the raid.
Germany's 15-Year High Borrowing Costs Tied to Security Spending Push
Germany's borrowing costs hit a 15-year high, driven by increased defence and infrastructure spending following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
UAE Halts Financial Ties With Iran Over Missile Incident
The UAE has suspended all financial and economic ties with Iran, citing a missile threat, as regional tensions escalate.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Says Regional Order Is Shifting
Iran's parliament speaker, visiting Iraq, said Tehran is reinforcing a new regional order and called for security and economic cooperation among Islamic nations.
Seoul Says Trump's Drill Cutback Came Without Prior Warning
South Korea's foreign minister says neither Seoul nor Washington was informed before Trump announced scaled-down military drills.
China finishes first phase of island building at Antelope Reef
China has completed initial reclamation at Antelope Reef, creating an island analysts say could host a major military base.
Nigeria's 2026 election: Tinubu's second-term bid puts a decade of APC rule on trial
Nigeria's election campaign begins with Tinubu seeking a second term, facing voter anger over economic hardship and insecurity after a decade of APC rule.
US Navy Destroyer Disabled for Four Days in Pacific After Generator Failure
The USS Benfold suffered a generator failure on July 24, losing power for four days. Crew endured harsh conditions; ship towed to Subic Bay for repairs.
UAE Says Two Missiles Detected in Waters Near Fujairah Were Launched From Iran
The UAE detected two Iranian ballistic missiles on Tuesday, one falling in its territorial waters, amid heightened Gulf tensions.