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US Lawmakers Call for Ban on DeepSeek, Xiaomi and Other Chinese Tech Firms
A group of U.S. lawmakers has sent a letter to the Pentagon demanding that 17 specific Chinese technology companies be banned from operating within the United States due to national security concerns....
The Pentagon and AI giants have a weakness. Both need China’s batteries, badly.
Chinese dominance in battery production poses a significant challenge for industries like automotive manufacturing and is increasingly recognized as a national security threat. The United States milit...
China cries foul after topping ASPI tech rankings
According to the Australian Strategic Policy Institute's (ASPI) latest report on critical technologies, China now leads globally in nearly 90% of such tech categories that can impact national interest...
US adds new models of China’s DJI and all other foreign-made drones to its blacklist
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added Shenzhen-based drone manufacturer DJI Technologies to a list of companies deemed 'unacceptable risks' to national security. This action prevents DJ...
Pentagon Embraces Musk's Grok AI Chatbot Amid Global Outcry
The Pentagon has adopted Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot despite widespread international criticism and concerns over the technology's implications for national security and privacy....
Pentagon Embracing Musk's Grok AI Chatbot Amid Global Outcry
The Pentagon is reportedly adopting Elon Musk-backed Grok AI chatbot technology despite widespread international concern over privacy and security issues related to the integration of such tools withi...
Democratic Senator Mark Kelly Sues the Pentagon Over Punitive Actions
Senator Mark Kelly has taken legal action against the Department of Defense (DoD) following what he claims are attempts by the DoD leadership and military officials to punish him for his public warnin...
Trump to Hold National Security Meeting Tomorrow: Sanctions, Cyberattacks against Iran Among Options
President Trump plans to convene a national security meeting tomorrow to assess various strategic options including economic sanctions and cyber operations against Iran....
Trump Holds Security Meeting on Iran Sanctions and Cyber Attacks
US President Donald Trump held a National Security Council meeting to discuss various options regarding Iran, including potential sanctions and cyber warfare initiatives. The meeting involved high-lev...
Sweden Boosts Air Defense at Cost of Up to €1.4 Billion
Sweden plans to strengthen its air defense system with an investment estimated up to 1.4 billion euros. This initiative aims to enhance the country's national security infrastructure, aligning with re...
Trump repeats claim on Greenland: We need it and NATO must understand
U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated his interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark, emphasizing that the strategic importance of the territory is vital for both national security and NATO int...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief and hires a Canadian economic adviser
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made significant changes to his administration by replacing Andriy Yermak with Kyrylo Tymchyshyn as the head of the presidential administration's national s...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief and hires a Canadian economic adviser
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has replaced the head of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) in what is seen as a significant move towards restructuring top-level national s...
President Meets with NSC Advisors from Coalition Countries in Kyiv
The President convened a meeting in Kyiv involving national security advisors from countries aligned in the 'Coalition of Willing' states, focusing on regional and international security strategies....
Trump orders Chinese-linked firm HieFo to divest US chip assets, cites national security
US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order compelling HieFo Corporation, registered in Delaware, to divest semiconductor-related assets previously acquired from New Jersey-based Emcore Co...
Saudi Arabia sets executions record in 2025, putting 356 people to death
In 2025, Saudi authorities executed 356 individuals according to Agence France-Presse (AFP), a new record for the country. The majority of those executed were convicted of drug-related offenses as par...
US and China must get serious about AI risk
In November 2024, US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping issued their first joint statement addressing the national security risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). The st...
Flamur Noka: Balluku File Is Crucial for Charges Against Him as Traitor; All Secret Information of Albania and NATO Available Upon Request
Former Defense Minister Gen. Bingen Agasi has stated that all secret information regarding Albania and NATO, in relation to the Balliku case concerning charges of treason against Flamur Noka, is avail...
US bans new Chinese-made drones including global leader DJI, citing security risks
The United States has announced a ban on all newly-manufactured foreign drones due to national security concerns. This decision disproportionately affects Chinese drone manufacturers, with significant...
US lawmakers urge Pentagon to add DeepSeek, Xiaomi to blacklist
US lawmakers have written to the Department of Defense pressing for Chinese technology firms DeepSeek and Xiaomi to be added to the entity list, effectively blacklisting them from doing business with ...
What Did Putin Say in His Year-End Address?
This article discusses highlights from Russian President Vladimir Putin's year-end address focusing on his rhetoric and policy positions for the past year, emphasizing key points related to national s...
AI is already leading. The question is whether we are
The article discusses how artificial intelligence is advancing faster than governance and policy frameworks can keep up with, particularly relevant for Australia's national security strategy. It highl...
Chinese-Backed Cyberattacks Target New Zealand, U.K., U.S.
Recent cyberattacks targeting New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States are suspected to have originated with backing from China. The attacks highlight escalating tensions between democra...
Pentagon Did Not Know Exact Time of Attack on Venezuela Due To Level of Secrecy
The Pentagon was unaware of the precise timing of an alleged attack plan against Venezuela due to high levels of secrecy surrounding the operation....
Greenland Back in the White House’s spotlight
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, citing national security concerns related to Chinese and Russian ships. This reflects an increasing focus on Arctic territorial c...
Police power rising in Vietnam’s securocrat economy
The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security (MPS) is expanding its role from law enforcement into sectors such as energy and technology, creating a blurred distinction between national security and cor...
The Case for Caution: Why the U.S. Military Shouldn’t Organize Around AI… Yet
An analysis from War on the Rocks argues against excessive early investment and reorganization of the U.S. military around artificial intelligence (AI). The author suggests a cautious approach, noting...
How Kosovo Is Using Its Current Geopolitical Moment
The article discusses how Kosovo may leverage its geopolitical situation for strategic benefits, focusing on potential partnerships and diplomatic initiatives that could enhance its national security ...
Investment vs. Aid: Why Trump’s New National Security Strategy Pivots to Economics in Africa
The Trump administration's new National Security Strategy marks a significant change in U.S.-Africa relations, emphasizing economic investment and trade over traditional aid. Research Fellow Lilly Har...
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai’s mitigation hearing set to begin ahead of sentencing
The mitigation hearing for Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who faces charges related to national security, is scheduled to begin before his sentencing. His trial has garnered significant internation...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘DeepSeek is in the driver’s seat. That’s a big security problem’
Democracies face a burgeoning national security threat due to their lagging response to automotive technology dominance. Chinese car manufacturers are increasingly dominating the smart-car market, pos...
Are New Defense Companies Giving Away Sensitive Info Through Marketing?
The article discusses how new defense companies might be undermining U.S. national security efforts by oversharing sensitive information through marketing. It highlights the historical approach of rev...
Pete Hegseth Unleashes AI Tools Grok and Gemini for U.S. Military: A Partnership With Elon Musk
American political commentator Pete Hegseth discusses the deployment of advanced artificial intelligence tools, named 'Grok' and 'Gemini', in support of the U.S. military operations, with assistance f...
RNI (National Intelligence Service): Controversy Over Timing of Internal Personnel Changes Ahead of Dissolution
The National Intelligence Service (NIS) of South Korea faces criticism over the timing of internal personnel adjustments ahead of its planned dissolution. The appropriateness of making such changes at...
Who Pays for Security?
The article discusses the financial burden and responsibilities of ensuring national security among different nations. It raises questions about who contributes most and whether the distribution is fa...
Column: The Foreign Policy Moves Donald Trump Got Right in 2025
This column discusses key foreign policy successes attributed to former U.S. President Donald Trump during the year 2025. It outlines policies and diplomatic moves that positively impacted America's i...
China warns of foreign forces using AI deepfakes to stir panic and steal data
The Chinese Ministry of State Security has issued a warning about foreign entities using deepfake technology and other artificial intelligence tools to create public panic and gather sensitive data. T...
2025 Analysis: Operation Sindoor and the Definitive Shift in India’s National Security Paradigm
Operation Sindoor was undertaken by India as a response to a severe attack on Indian soil, aiming to shift its national security paradigm towards more assertive measures against Pakistan....
This Newspaper Editorial Should Be Making Pentagon Leaders Sweat
An unnamed newspaper has published an editorial highlighting potential national security concerns that may be affecting senior U.S. military leadership. The article suggests the Pentagon is reacting w...
Where Trump has threatened to strike next
President Donald Trump issued verbal threats against multiple global governments throughout the week....
Trump: If we do not seize Greenland, Russia or China will
Former US President Donald Trump expressed concern that if the United States does not exert influence over Greenland, another country like Russia or China might take control of it....
Trump believes NATO does not fit into US national security strategy
President Trump continues to express opinions suggesting that NATO's strategic alignment with U.S. national security objectives is questionable....
Arunachal Guv meets CDS Chauhan, discusses key national security issues
Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.), the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, met with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan in New Delhi for discussions on important national security matters....
President: Someone needs to apply the brakes when foreign policy becomes hawkish
Estonian President Alar Karis stated that Estonia's aggressive stance on foreign policy at times necessitates moderation and a careful balance in how and when messages are conveyed. He emphasized the ...
South Korea’s security adviser affirms good Japan ties ahead of leader's visit
South Korea's national security adviser has confirmed positive relations with Japan prior to an expected January meeting between the two nations' leaders. This comes after a period where ties have imp...
Jimmy Lai trial: Hong Kong lawyers for publisher, activists seek reduced jail time
Lawyers for Jimmy Lai, a former newspaper publisher, and two activists are arguing for less than 10 years in prison for their involvement in attempting to impose sanctions against Hong Kong and mainla...
Hong Kong slams attempts to ‘smear’ government ahead of Jimmy Lai mitigation
A senior Hong Kong official has criticized what they refer to as external attempts to 'smear' the government ahead of a mitigation hearing for pro-democracy activist and jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai....
The National Defence Strategy needs to give Australians clarity
The upcoming 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) should provide clarity on national security issues by outlining threats and strategic responses in a way that is accessible to the public....
Where Is The Real Putin: MI6 Officer Explains How To Tell Original Dictator From Doppelgangers
An ex-MI6 officer has provided insights on discerning the real Russian President Vladimir Putin from potential look-alikes or impostors. No additional details are given, other than this relates to a m...
Doomsday Plane Spotted at LAX Sparking Online Panic
A 'Doomsday' plane was spotted at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), causing concern and discussions among the public online. The aircraft is used by high-ranking officials in times of national ...
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