The Costly Blunders in the Army’s $533 Million Fiasco
The U.S. Army paid General Dynamics $533 million for an artillery factory that failed to produce a single usable shell.
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German military ends Iraq mission as US-led anti-ISIS coalition prepares to leave | The National
Germany's military mission to Iraq formally ended on Wednesday, in the first major departure from the Kurdistan Region as part of the US-led, anti-ISIS coalition’s broader withdrawal from the country by September 30, Iraqi authorities announced.
· Sinan Mahmoud
Royal commission has created the best record of antisemitism since World War II
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· Philip Crutchfield
Ukraine destroys Wildberries depot in Russia
Smoke rises following a Ukrainian drone strike on a warehouse belonging to online retailer Wildberries, in St. Petersburg, Russia, on Friday, July 24, 2026. (UGC via AP, File)
Chinese navy fires new radar-absorbing YJ-18A anti-ship missile in sea trial: expert
Black radar-absorbing finish on upgraded ship-launched weapon would improve penetration and visual camouflage over deep water, say analysts
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Chinese navy fires new radar-absorbing YJ-18A anti-ship missile in sea trial: expert
Black radar-absorbing finish on upgraded ship-launched weapon would improve penetration and visual camouflage over deep water, say analysts
· Albee Zhang
1st hearing on integrated military academy turns chaotic amid fierce pushback from alumni
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Yonhap) -- Tensions boiled over Wednesday at a government-hosted public hearing on its plan to consolidate the military academies, as their graduates and cadets blasted government officials as "gangsters" in protest of the plan.
· Kim Hyun-soo
Bomb threats emailed to 80 courts nationwide, prompting searches, disruptions
Bomb threats were emailed to 80 courts across South Korea on Wednesday, prompting police searches, tightened security and temporary disruptions to some court proceedings.
· Lee Seung-ku
[Key Points] Kim Jong-un reshapes North Korea in his own image
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
WATCH: Border Police rescue Israeli citizen after accidental entry into Area A near Ramallah
Border Police officers earlier this week rescued an Israeli citizen from Holon who had accidentally entered Area A of the West Bank near the Ramallah area after getting lost, Israel Police confirmed on Wednesday morning.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Police probe bomb threat emails sent to about 40 courts
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Yonhap) -- Police said Wednesday they are investigating anonymous emails threatening to bomb about 40 courthouses across the country.
· Yoo Cheong-mo
Zelensky urges China to use its diplomatic weight to end Ukraine’s war with Russia
Kyiv releases Chinese president’s Independence Day greeting as top envoy urges broader Black Sea security cooperation
· Orange Wang
Zelensky urges China to use its diplomatic weight to end Ukraine’s war with Russia
Kyiv releases Chinese president’s Independence Day greeting as top envoy urges broader Black Sea security cooperation
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Zelensky’s other war: Ukraine’s endless struggle with corruption
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· Stefan Wolff, Tetyana Malyarenko
Dolly Parton’s ‘all-American heart’: How country icon forged special bond with US military
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· Fox News, Richard Pollina
How Turkey should respond to Israel's escalation in Syria
Last week, Israel carried out a raid targeting the runway of Syria’s Abu al-Duhur airbase, a largely inactive facility with no flights taking place. The strikes did not appear to achieve any significant military objective, beyond causing minor damage.
· Middleeasteye
ParaZero wins first US government order for DefendAir counter-drone system
Israeli defense-tech company ParaZero Technologies has received its first order for its DefendAir counter-drone system from a US federal government entity, marking the company’s first sale of the system to a US government customer.
· ANNA AHRONHEIM
The most important AI skill leaders can borrow from pilots - opinion
A few weeks ago, I was en route to an airport I'd earmarked for landing when I noticed bad weather closing in on it. I checked the alternative, the backup airport I initially planned for, and saw that we'd have to fly through bad weather to get there too. So, I picked a third airport, landed, waited it out for a few…
· ESTI PESHIN
With no friends left to burn, Trump is running out of diplomatic ammunition | Rafael Behr
Everyone can see that the Iran war has been a strategic disaster for the US, while a failing president pretends he is winning
· Rafaelbehr
Iran and Oman prepare Hormuz deal as U.S. holds back on secondary sanctions
Iran and Oman are approaching a deal to secure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz and future administration of the vital economic artery.
· Mike Sheen
US Removes Syria, Including Al-Nusra Front, From Its List Of Terrorism Sponsors
Following a decade-and-a-half of a Washington-led full economic siege of the Syrian state, and after a fierce CIA-backed proxy war (Timber Sycamore) to oust Assad over that same period, this week has witnessed the huge milestone of the United States finally removing Syria from its state sponsors of terrorism list.
· Tyler Durden
PH’s BRP Diego Silang challenges China navy ships during Escoda Shoal patrol
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· Bea Cupin
Kim Jong-un sidelines father’s 'Songun' legacy as his own era takes shape
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Taiwan drone strategy caught in legislature's budget battles
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te attends a drone demonstration during the annual Han Kuang military exercises at a navy base in Kaohsiung on Aug. 8. © Reuters
· THOMPSON CHAU
SK Biopharm strikes $800m deal for epilepsy drug from Biohaven
SK Biopharmaceuticals is staking nearly $800 million on rights to an epilepsy treatment from US biotech firm Biohaven, the company said Wednesday.
· No Kyung-min
S. Korea opens first sea trial of homegrown suicide drone
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Daughter of Smart Missile on target for Wagga victory
A tough Canberra mare is set to upstage her more fancied market rivals in the feature sprint at Thursday’s Wagga meeting.
· Neil Evans
US halts Iran strikes 'for time being,' as focus shifts to economic sanctions, Rubio says - report
The United States will refrain from striking Iran "for the time being," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told several foreign counterparts, Axios reported Tuesday, citing a US official and a second source familiar with the matter.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
India-France eye a mutually convenient next-gen fighter deal
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· Gabriel Honrada
South Korea scrambles jets after Russian military planes enter air defence zone
This is the second incursion in weeks since over 10 Chinese and Russian military jets entered the zone in late June
· Agence France-Presse
South Korea scrambles jets after Russian military planes enter air defence zone
This is the second incursion in weeks since over 10 Chinese and Russian military jets entered the zone in late June
· Agence France-Presse
Qatar slams Israeli defense minister's entry into Syrian territory
Qatar condemned the Israeli defence minister's entry into south western Syria, calling it a "transgression of international borders".
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Father of sailor aboard US aircraft carrier freed from immigration detention
A Nicaraguan immigrant taken into custody by US Border Patrol agents while his son, a US Navy sailor, was deployed at sea aboard an aircraft carrier during the US-Israeli war on Iran was freed from detention, his family said on Tuesday.
· REUTERS
Pete Hegseth is hollowing out the US Army at the worst possible time
Washington: A series of firings and feuds initiated by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has left the US Army essentially rudderless as it struggles to deal with the threat posed by cheap, deadly drones and missiles that have pounded US bases in the Middle East.
· Greg Jaffe, Eric Schmitt, Helene Cooper, Adam Entous
Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks
TEHRAN, Iran (AFP) -- Iran and Oman are discussing a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing for the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran warned on Wednesday that the vital waterway will not be reopened unless the United States ends the war.
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Today in Korean history
1980 -- Chun Doo-hwan, a former army general, is named president by a hand-picked electoral college. Chun seized power in an internal military coup on Dec. 12 of the previous year, in which he arrested then martial law commander Gen. Chung Seung-hwa.
· Yi Wonju
Iran war latest: US sends message through Pakistan to Iran on reopening Hormuz | The National
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Song Kang's post-military comeback begins with 'Four Hands, Two Sonatas'
From a buzzy pianist cameo with queer undertones to a full-fledged lead role, Song Kang is returning to the keyboard
· Lee Yoon-seo
Jump strikes out 9 and Cortes homers to lift A's over Twins 4-2
Athletics pitcher Gage Jump (61) throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Alan Greth)
Israeli explosions, shelling and strikes reported across south Lebanon
Israeli forces carried out several explosions on the outskirts of the southern Lebanese town of Srebbine in the Bint Jbeil district, state media reported.
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US senator Van Hollen accuses Trump of profiting from war on Iran
US Senator Chris Van Hollen has accused Donald Trump of profiting from the war on Iran, describing it as "pure corruption".
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US senator accuses Van Hollen Trump of profiting from war on Iran
US Senator Chris Van Hollen has accused Donald Trump of profiting from the war on Iran, describing it as "pure corruption".
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Analysts predict an eventual US-Canada trade war compromise despite new tariffs
The move came after the Trump administration imposed 50% tariffs over the weekend on Canadian goods following the collapse of trade negotiations. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of trying to subordinate Canada.
· Paul Wiseman
Iran and Oman hold talks on managing the Strait of Hormuz and other news from around the Middle East
The top diplomats of Iran and Oman met on Tuesday to discuss a phased approach to managing ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which remains largely shut down nearly six months after the Iran war began.
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Bangladesh could join Mecca pact, official suggests
Bangladesh may be joining the defence agreement signed by Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan earlier this month.
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Pitch For Defense Treaty And Moving US Military To Israel Is Insane
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· Tyler Durden
Dubai airport expects stronger second-half recovery after Iran war dampens Q2 growth | The National
Dubai International Airport (DXB) expects "stronger momentum" in the second half of the year as airlines restore their route networks and transit traffic recovers, after the Iran war dented travel demand at the hub in the second quarter.
· Deena Kamel
'Dubai won't lose the crown': Airport chief vows it will remain world's busiest | The National
Dubai International Airport (DXB) expects to retain its position as the world's busiest this year, despite a 42 per cent drop in second-quarter passenger traffic as the Iran war disrupted travel.
· Deena Kamel
Trump weighs renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' amid escalating trade war
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the US is considering renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America” amid escalating trade tensions with Canada.
· ARIELLA ROITMAN