Houthis fire missiles at Israel, Iran's missile toll revealed and Tiger Woods arrest
A series of significant events unfold, including missile attacks and a high-profile arrest.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Defense
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Briefing: Netanyahu says Iran war goals achieved 'beyond halfway point' as strikes continue across Middle East
Strategic angle: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims significant military progress in the ongoing conflict, with no timeline set for resolution.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Myanmar clears path for junta leader to become president
Min Aung Hlaing has been replaced by a close ally as military commander. He will now face a three-way vote for president by a parliament mostly loyal to the army.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Briefing: Nadim Houry warns: Israel is no longer just fighting Hezbollah, 'it’s waging war on Lebanon'
Strategic angle: Nadim Houry discusses the implications of Israel's military actions in Lebanon, highlighting a deeper structural impasse.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Briefing: Army reviewing after helicopters hovered alongside Kid Rock's swimming pool as he saluted
Strategic angle: The Army has launched an administrative review following an incident involving Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's home.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Pete Hegseth's Broker Attempted Defense Investments Before Iran War
Financial Times reports on controversial investment moves amid rising tensions.
Editorial Staff Mar 31
Ukraine signs 10-year defence deal with arms producer Bulgaria, Zelenskyy says
The agreement with Bulgaria comes hot on the heels of a raft of similar deals Zelenskyy inked with partners in the Gulf.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri Killed in Operation, Israel Claims
The death of Tangsiri highlights escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
The Pentagon’s culture war tactic against Anthropic has backfired
Strategic angle: This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. Last Thursday, a California judge temporarily blocked the Pentagon from labeling A
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Zelensky hails 'historic' defence agreements with Gulf states
Strategic angle: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces significant defense partnerships with Middle Eastern nations amid ongoing regional tensions.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: US not 'postured' for another Iraq 2003: Iran maintains vast, 'high-quality military capability'
Strategic angle: An analysis of the military dynamics between the US and Iran reveals significant operational capabilities.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Thousands of Lebanese trapped behind Israeli frontlines rely on humanitarian aid
Strategic angle: The humanitarian crisis in Southern Lebanon is reaching a breaking point as evacuation orders and military expansions complicate the situation.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: New Israeli defence budget 'another indication of breach between people and government'
Strategic angle: Israel’s parliament passed its annual budget, raising concerns about the disconnect between the government and its citizens.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Israel army reports war's first missile attack from Yemen
Yemen's Houthi movement threatens military intervention amid escalating conflict.
Editorial Staff Mar 30
Briefing: Iran war: Israel approves billions in new military funds
Strategic angle: Israel's new, defense-heavy budget comes as its forces fight Iran and the Lebanese Hezbollah militia, while also pursuing operations in Gaza.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Briefing: Iran Turning Nuclear Ambiguity Into A Wartime Weapon
Strategic angle: Exploring how Iran's nuclear strategy is evolving amidst geopolitical tensions.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Briefing: AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) Secures $117M US Army UAV Contract Following $97M Contract
Strategic angle: AeroVironment continues to strengthen its position in the defense sector with a new contract from the US Army.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Iran Launches Strikes on Israel and Gulf Sites
Iran's Revolutionary Guards conducted missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and US-linked military facilities across the Gulf.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Briefing: Pentagon Preparing for Weeks of Ground Operations in Iran
Strategic angle: Washington Post reports on the Pentagon's plans for extended military action.
Editorial Staff Mar 29
Two humanitarian aid boats heading to Cuba have gone missing, Mexico says
Navy searching for two boats that left Isla Mujeres last week bound for Havana with nine crew members of different nationalities on board.
Editorial Staff Mar 28