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Africa war news: drones hit Sudan’s grid for a third day, nearly 40,000 Ethiopians flee to Kenya and a Nigerian inquiry finds custody deaths preventable.
US crude oil falls below $100 as Iran’s leaders discuss terms to end the war, diesel hits $6.35 despite a Russian fuel waiver and Boeing defense sales jump 15%.
The nuclear triad explained: what it means, the three U.S. legs of ICBMs, submarines and bombers, warhead counts, replacements and costs.
Ballistic missile vs cruise missile: how each flies, speed, range and detection compared, where hypersonic weapons fit, and which is harder to stop.
Kalibr cruise missile explained: Russia’s 3M-14 range estimates, its 2015 Syria debut, recent Ukraine salvos, and how it compares with Tomahawk.
J-20 stealth fighter explained: China’s three versions, missiles, fleet estimates from 150 to 500, deployments near Taiwan, and the F-22 match.
THAAD missile defense explained: how a battery works, the Army’s $11.4 billion FY2027 request for 857 interceptors, and its use against Iran.
HIMARS rocket launcher explained: what it fires, the Army’s request for 96 launchers in FY2027, rocket contracts and its record in Ukraine.
Britain will not join the Canada-led defence bank, the DSRB. How it differs from the UK-led Multilateral Defence Mechanism and what it means for NATO allies.
USTR says a record €3 billion Airbus loan from the EIB threatens the 2021 aircraft truce. What the market-terms rule says and what could trigger tariffs.
Africa war news: 31 governments warn Sudan faces famine, at least 60 Orthodox Christians are killed in Oromia and Somalia reports a battle with al-Shabaab.
Trade war news: the US warns a record EU loan to Airbus threatens the aircraft truce, the EU weighs new China curbs, and Canada holds its red lines.
China fifth plenum: the Central Committee meets Oct. 26-29 on party discipline. How plenums finalize purges and what to watch next.
China rare earth export controls: Beijing’s pause on its widest curbs expires Nov. 10. What was suspended, what was not, and supply at stake.
America’s emergency oil reserve is down about a third since the Iran war began as Brent holds near $116, the Fed meets and the deficit tops $1.99 trillion.
Trade war news: the US and Canada work on a steel and auto tariff deal, Mexico says no deal yet, and tariffs weigh on Republicans before the midterms.
Africa war news: Algeria orders troops to Niger, RSF drones black out southeastern Sudan and the Taraba raid toll rises to between 48 and 52.
The $3.8 billion-a-year aid pact ends in 2028. How U.S. military aid to Israel works, recent arms sales, Senate votes and what may replace the deal.
Section 301 tariffs explained: how USTR investigates unfair trade practices, the 2018 China tariffs and the six cases opened since 2025.
What is the RSF in Sudan? How Hemedti’s Rapid Support Forces grew from the Janjaweed, who funds them and why the US made a genocide finding.
Our trade war weekly roundup: US outbound investment rules, Chinese export licenses, sanctions over IP theft and Canada tariff changes.
Africa war news: over 14,000 flee Ethiopia clashes into Kenya, Mali’s army finds 54 bodies after a massacre and the US strikes al-Shabaab in Somalia.
Trade war news: the US changes which Canadian goods face 50% tariffs from Oct 30, China opposes US investment curbs and Mexico talks advance.
Israel air defense explained: how Iron Dome, David’s Sling, Arrow and the Iron Beam laser split the work, what U.S. funding built and where limits lie.
Naza: The Real Story, a Film Built From IDF Officers’ Accounts
Reza Zanganeh Moved to Solitary in Ghezel Hesar Under Death Sentence
US Opens Direct Talks With Myanmar’s Junta, Reversing Isolation
IEEPA Tariff Refunds: $126B Paid, Court Certifies Class for Rest
Iran Executions: Who Carries Them Out, and What Monitors Count
US Aircraft Carriers: Where All 11 Are and What Comes NextWe use cookies to improve your experience on our site. By using our site, you consent to cookies.
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