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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.

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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Min Aung Hlaing has been replaced by a close ally as military commander.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.

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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.

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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.

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Pete Hegseth's Broker Attempted Defense Investments Before Iran War

Financial Times reports on controversial investment moves amid rising tensions.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Israel army reports war's first missile attack from Yemen

Yemen's Houthi movement threatens military intervention amid escalating conflict.

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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.

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Briefing: Iran Turning Nuclear Ambiguity Into A Wartime Weapon

Strategic angle: Exploring how Iran's nuclear strategy is evolving amidst geopolitical tensions.

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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.

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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.

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Briefing: Pentagon Preparing for Weeks of Ground Operations in Iran

Strategic angle: Washington Post reports on the Pentagon's plans for extended military action.

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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.

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Briefing: Zelenskyy visits Doha as Ukraine, Qatar sign defense pact

Strategic angle: Ukraine and Qatar have agreed to cooperate on high-tech projects and share battlefield expertise on countering missile and drone threats.