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Politics · United StatesPoll: 45% of US Military Personnel Considering Leaving Under Trump
A poll of US military personnel suggests nearly half are considering leaving due to policy changes and uncertainty under President Donald Trump. Concerns about politicisation and decisions made for political gain were also highlighted.
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Iran targeted US air defenses before hitting Mideast bases
Iran's strikes on US bases in the Middle East focused on early-warning systems before hitting aircraft and buildings. An analysis documented over 115 strikes damaging structures on 26 sites, prompting the US to move assets out of the Persian Gulf.
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Politics · United KingdomUS Air Force Lt Col Michael Morris leaves UK amid child abuse investigation
Lieutenant Colonel Michael Morris, a US Air Force officer stationed at the embassy in London, left the United Kingdom in August 2026 before British police could question him. He is under investigation for alleged possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material, and his brother is on trial in the US.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS Military Personnel Arrive in Colombia for Joint Training
More than 300 US military personnel are arriving in Colombia this week for joint training with the Colombian army. The deployment, expected to last until November 11, is being closely monitored by the Colombian opposition, who have raised concerns about national sovereignty.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Forces Prepared for Iran Attack Within 96 Hours of Trump Order
US military forces in the Middle East are reportedly prepared to launch a major offensive against Iran within 96 hours of receiving an order from President Donald Trump. The decision on whether to proceed has not yet been made by the president.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificUS military bans BYD electric vehicles from Kadena Air Base
The US military has banned Chinese carmaker BYD's electric vehicles from Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. The ban, which began on Monday, is attributed to concerns over potential data leaks from vehicle cameras and sensors.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesPentagon and Lockheed Martin agree on 850 F-35 jets
The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have announced a 10-year framework agreement for the production of at least 850 F-35 fighter jets. Lockheed Martin will invest at least $7 billion in F-35 related projects. The deal requires congressional approval and funding.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Reduces Middle East Military Presence Amid Regional Threats
The United States has quietly reduced its military presence at bases across the Middle East in recent days. The State Department has also ordered a reduction of non-essential staff and their families from diplomatic posts in Saudi Arabia, citing Houthi attacks.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS military prepares for Iran escalation post-midterms
The US military is reportedly preparing for a potential escalation of operations against Iran following the upcoming midterm elections. This includes the deployment of thousands of additional personnel and naval assets to the Middle East, alongside warnings of intensified strikes.
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US commander: Iran-backed groups sending money back to IRGC
Iran-backed militias are redirecting funds to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps due to Iran's economic crisis, according to U.S. Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper. The U.S. naval blockade has cost Iran an estimated $25 billion in lost oil revenue, and $350 million in cryptocurrency assets have been frozen.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastGeneral Warned of Missile Shortage Before Iran War
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George warned in December of a critical missile defense munitions shortage that could last five years. He was ousted in April during the Iran war. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell denies any such shortage exists.
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Donald Trump announces extensive oil, gas and mineral exploration in Greenland
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that large‑scale oil, gas and mineral exploration will start soon in Greenland, claiming the island holds more readily available oil than almost any other country and is strategically unparalleled for US and European defence. A September security deal permits new US bases and a missile‑defence system, and former envoy Jeff Landry was named to push Greenland’s integration into the United States.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS jet strikes Panama ship breaching Gulf of Oman blockade
A U.S. fighter jet struck the Panama-flagged cargo ship Ocean Molica in the Gulf of Oman, disabling its propulsion system. The U.S. Central Command stated the ship's crew ignored repeated warnings before the 10 October 2026 incident.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastPentagon orders US military to prepare for Iran strikes
The Pentagon has instructed the US Central Command to complete preparations for resuming major combat operations against Iran. US and Israeli sources suggest strikes could occur before the US midterm elections, with potential targets including energy facilities.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS military lost 81 aircraft in Iran war, report says
A Congressional Research Service report indicates that 81 US military aircraft have been damaged or destroyed since the United States and Israel began strikes against Iran on February 28. The total estimated value of these losses is $3.3 billion, with the Department of Defense spending approximately $38 billion on the conflict.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastMost families of six US soldiers killed in Iran attack to skip White House event
Most families of six US soldiers killed in an Iranian drone strike on March 1 will not attend a White House reception. Survivors raised concerns about inadequate air protection at the strike site, while the Pentagon has yet to brief families on its investigation.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionTrump will consider US military base in Lithuania
US President Donald Trump said he would consider establishing a permanent military base in Lithuania. The comments came in response to a question from a Lithuanian journalist during a press conference outside the White House.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaU.S. military strike on Caribbean boat kills four, Hegseth says allies agree
The U.S. military said a strike on a suspected drug‑smuggling vessel in the Caribbean Sea on Sunday killed four people. The hit brings the cumulative death count from such strikes to at least 235 and follows announced cooperation with three Central American nations, though Guatemala denied any agreement.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesMarine Corps meets FY 2026 recruiting goal of 31,250 enlisted Marines
The Marine Corps announced it met its fiscal 2026 recruiting target by enlisting 31,250 new Marines, adding 1,672 officers and 3,503 prior‑service reservists, and recruiting 714 more than the year before. Leaders praised the disciplined effort and the quality of the recruits.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS deploys 500 soldiers to Texas border after Coast Guard shooting
The United States is deploying approximately 500 soldiers to the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. The deployment follows an incident where U.S. Coast Guard personnel were fired upon from the border with Mexico. The operation is named Operation Unified Response and aims to reinforce federal forces.
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