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Biden greenlights anti-personnel mines for Ukraine as Russia gains ground
President Joe Biden has approved the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles on Russian territory and authorized the distribution of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine. According to U.S. officials, the mines are designed to deactivate after a set period and will only be deployed within Ukrainian territory. Russia has made significant battlefield gains this year, seizing nearly… -
Ex-Canadian justice minister targeted in alleged Iranian assassination plot
Canadian authorities have reportedly foiled an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Irwin Cotler, a former Canadian justice minister and prominent human rights advocate. Cotler, 84, was informed by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) on Oct. 26 about the threat and has since been placed under police protection. Cotler, a longtime critic of Iran’s government,… -
Israeli airstrike destroys Iran’s active nuclear facility
New details have emerged about an Israeli airstrike last month on Iran’s Parchin Military Complex, reportedly targeting the Taleghan 2 facility, which U.S. and Israeli intelligence say was used for nuclear weapons research. High-resolution satellite images reveal significant damage to the site. Officials claim the strike disrupted Iran’s efforts to resume nuclear weapons development. Taleghan… -
Chokehold technique scrutinized in Jordan Neely death case
More information came to light during the trial of Daniel Penny, a 26-year-old Marine veteran charged in the death of Jordan Neely. Key testimony came from Penny’s Marine combat instructor, giving further information on the chokehold technique used in the fatal subway encounter. Marine instructor Joseph Caballer testified about the “blood choke,” a maneuver taught… -
Kim Jong Un pushes mass production of suicide drones
North Korea is expanding its drone arsenal, with leader Kim Jong Un ordering the mass production of suicide drones. The low-cost, precision weapons are designed to strike targets on land and sea. The move reflects North Korea’s push to integrate unmanned technology into its military strategy as it modernizes its arsenal amid regional security challenges.… -
US, Japan, South Korea flex defense capabilities near Korean Peninsula
The United States, Japan, and South Korea are conducting joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific region amid rising tensions. The Freedom Edge drills, led by the U.S. aircraft carrier USS George Washington, feature advanced fighter jets such as the F-35 and cutting-edge military assets from all three nations. The trilateral exercises showcase capabilities in missile… -
FBI offers $25K reward in ballot box arson investigation
Federal authorities are investigating a series of ballot box fires in Oregon and Washington, offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. The attacks, which occurred days before the 2024 election, destroyed or damaged hundreds of ballots and raised concerns about election security in states heavily reliant on… -
Polymarket calls FBI raid on CEO ‘political retribution’
The FBI raided the Manhattan home of Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan early Wednesday, Nov. 13. During the raid, agents seized electronic devices as part of a Justice Department investigation into allegations that the platform violated federal gambling laws. Coplan, who wasn’t arrested, called the raid “discouraging” and accused the outgoing administration of targeting businesses perceived… -
Trump team eyes plan to reshape military leadership: Report
The Trump transition team is reviewing a draft executive order that could dramatically change how top military officers are evaluated and removed. If enacted, the proposal would establish a “warrior board” composed of retired senior military personnel tasked with reviewing the leadership of three and four-star generals and admirals. Officers deemed unfit could be retired… -
Kyiv faces major attack, Crimea bombing kills Russian commander
Russia launched a missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Wednesday, Nov. 13, marking the first major attack on the Ukrainian capital in more than two months. Ukrainian officials reported that air defenses intercepted multiple cruise and ballistic missiles, along with nearly a dozen drones. Emergency crews are assessing the extent of the damage. In… -
Army awards $435M contract for Kentucky TNT plant, first in decades
The U.S. Army has announced a $435 million project to build a TNT production plant in western Kentucky. This marks the first time the explosive material will be produced domestically since 1986. The facility, located in Graham, Kentucky, will produce trinitrotoluene (TNT), a key ingredient in artillery shells, bombs and grenades. Army officials say the… -
Man accused in Laken Riley’s murder waives right to jury trial
The man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley has waived his right to a jury trial, opting instead for a bench trial where a judge will determine his guilt or innocence. Jose Antonio Ibarra, 26, appeared in court Tuesday, Nov. 12, speaking through a translator to confirm his decision. Superior Court Judge H.… -
South Korea warns Pyongyang over dangerous GPS disruptions
North Korea has disrupted GPS signals near the South Korean border for five consecutive days, affecting flights and vessel operations, South Korea’s military reported Tuesday, Nov. 12. Officials believe the interference is tied to Pyongyang’s ongoing military exercises aimed at countering drones. The disruptions were detected in areas near the border cities of Kaesong and…