FBI director Kash Patel denies he is threat to national security
Kash Patel, the director of the FBI, has denied he is a threat to US national security following allegations about heavy drinking and erratic behaviour.
Former Maga loyalists question Trump’s sanity and lead calls for removal
In just over a week, Donald Trump has threatened to wipe out Iranian civilisation, picked a fight with the Pope and posted an image of
Australia’s reserves are growing – but not where the strategy needs them
The Australian Defence Force reserves are increasingly weighted in the country’s south and east, despite Defence strategy prioritising the north. It’s much the same pattern
Self-reliance will make Australia a better ally
Ensuring greater security self-reliance for Australia and being a more useful security partner lead to the same place. By being judicious about which military capabilities
NDS 2026 – IIP prioritises uncrewed systems, strike and air-and-missile defence
Australia’s updated defence capability spending plan has put strong emphasis on uncrewed air and underwater systems, strike weapons, and defence against advanced air and missile
Hegseth Says Military Operations to Resume if Iran Doesn’t ‘Choose Wisely’
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, during a press briefing at the Pentagon, warned Iran to “choose wisely” or face U.S. forces “maximally postured” to resume their attacks. The
Hegseth says Americans ‘see the success’ in Iran, but polling reflects concern
The defense secretary touted public support for the war during remarks at the Pentagon on Thursday, contrasting that with what he said was an overly
Lebanese president says Rubio affirmed efforts to reach a ceasefire
The office of Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said he spoke to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio ahead of anticipated direct talks with Israel. Lebanon
Iranian parliament leader stresses importance of Lebanon ceasefire
Iranian web site NourNews has reported that Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, the powerful speaker of Iran’s parliament, stressed the importance of a ceasefire in Lebanon when
Pakistan delegation to meet with Iranian officials hoping for more US-Iran talks
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