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Putin is pushing Russia into an 'economic, political, and military abyss,' think tank says

Putin built an economy based on “military Keynesianism” to survive the war in Ukraine. It’s showing signs of fatigue.

Fortune

Half a million dead but just 40sqkm gained in six months: Impact of Putin’s devastating war in numbers

IN DEPTH: Russia’s advances in eastern Ukraine are slowing and hundreds of thousands of troops have been killed. As Kyiv seizes the upper hand, Alex Croft looks at the data that shows why Moscow is struggling

The Independent UK

Ukraine war briefing: More than 2 million military casualties caused by Russia’s invasion, study finds

Number of Moscow’s forces killed, wounded and missing far higher than Kyiv’s during war, says thinktank; Russian attack triggers hotel fire in Kyiv. What we know on day 1,590

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Longer than World War I: 10 ways Russia-Ukraine conflict has changed the world for decades to come — for better or worse

The Russia-Ukraine war, now longer than WWI, is fundamentally reshaping global order. It has triggered NATO expansion, a European arms race, and elevated drone warfare. Russia faces deep dependency on China, while North Korea and Iran profit as key arms suppliers. Beijing learns from Moscow's failures, and India navigates US…

The Times of India

Trump's latest threats to Iran may collide with a hard reality

US President Trump threatens Iran with severe military action, including seizing oil infrastructure. However, the US faces a critical shortage of missiles and interceptors. This comes after extensive military aid to Ukraine and recent operations. The Pentagon is meeting defense executives to boost production. This constraint could impact the duration…

The Economic Times

'China Is Watching': US Fired Over 1,000 Missiles at Iran, Analysts Say It Will Take Years to Replace

The US depleted its missile stockpiles during the Iran war, creating a vulnerability window that China may exploit. Rebuilding efforts could take years, raising concerns over future conflicts.

International Business Times UK

America fired 1,000 Patriot missiles but replaced only 172: Is the US missile stockpile crisis leaving Ukraine, Taiwan, and America vulnerable until 2029?

The US missile stockpile crisis is now exposing a deeper global defense weakness as America fired more than 1,000 Patriot interceptors but replaced only 172 during the Iran war. Pentagon missile reserves are shrinking fast. Patriot missile shortages are now affecting Ukraine and Taiwan at the same time. Defense experts…

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US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, analysis finds

A new CSIS report has warned that the United States could take up to three years to replenish key missile stockpiles depleted during the Iran war, raising concerns over preparedness for a potential conflict with China. The study said inventories of Tomahawk, Patriot and THAAD systems have been significantly reduced,…

The Economic Times

Is US military running out of Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot, THAAD interceptors after using advanced weapons in Iran war? Analysis reveals shocking findings

Washington think tank analysis factors in the Republican Trump administration's historic defense budget proposal of $1.5 trillion for 2027.

The Economic Times

US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds

U.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war

AAP

US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in the Iran war, analysis finds

U.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war

AAP

US military weapon shortage from Iran war leaves America vulnerable to China conflict

This vulnerability comes as China has set a goal of being capable of taking Taiwan by force by 2027

The Independent UK

Canadian-made sniper rifles surface in Russia; Manufacturer cites ‘fraudulent diversion’

A Canadian firearms company, Cadex Defence, confirmed its precision rifles were fraudulently diverted to Russia, bypassing sanctions. This revelation highlights vulnerabilities in global supply chains and sanctions enforcement, prompting investigations into the illicit flow of Western military hardware. The company is strengthening its due diligence to prevent future diversions.

The Economic Times

The Xi exception: Why we saw a toned-down Trump in China

During a Beijing visit, President Trump observed China's military might, signaling a shift in global power. While the US faces munitions shortages and slow production, China's defense industry operates at wartime pace, excelling in drones, AI, and satellite tech. This evolving warfare, particularly concerning Taiwan, highlights a contest for future…

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Patience as power: How Beijing turned America's Iran war into a Taiwan strategy

While the US and Israel engaged in conflict with Iran, China quietly leveraged the situation to expand its influence. By positioning itself as a diplomatic alternative and stabilizing energy supplies, Beijing benefited from a weakened American strategic position and growing uncertainty about US reliability among allies.

International Business Times UK

Trump Calls 'Radical Pro-Trans Groups' 'Anti-American' in Counterterror Plan—Targets Left-Wing, LGBT Advocates

Trump's counterterrorism strategy shifts focus from right-wing to left-wing extremism, including antifa and gender ideology, sparking debate over domestic security priorities.

Reason

Government Shouldn't Be Important Enough To Fight Over

America’s political factions hate each other and torment each other when in power. Violence results.

The Independent UK

Anti-government violence has hit a 30-year high in the United States

The weekend shooting in Washington is the latest in a string of attacks on government officials and facilities

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Fortune

The U.S. military may have already used up half of its most expensive missiles, and it could take up to 4 years to rebuild its stockpiles

“The diminished munitions stockpiles have created a near-term risk,” analysts warned in a recent report. “The levels today will constrain U.S. operations should a future conflict arise.”

The Independent UK

Fired Navy secretary refused to leave post until Trump told him direct

Latest military leader to lose their job under Hegseth attempted to ask president directly to keep role, reports say

Fortune

‘I am certain’: Harvard policy expert warns the true cost of the Iran war to U.S. taxpayers will exceed $1 trillion

Linda Bilmes, along with economist Joseph Stiglitz, previously calculated the true cost of the 2003 Iraq war was at least fourfold greater than initially projected.

Tom’s Hardware

China has spent 3.6 times more than the US on chipmaking subsidies over the past decade — $142 billion and counting, easily outweighs CHIPS Act

Semiconductor industrial policy spending in China totaled around $142 billion between 2014 and 2023, roughly 3.6 times higher than the $39 billion committed in the United States over the same period.

International Business Times

US-Iran War Costs Soar Past $25 Billion for America as Global Economy Reels from Oil Shock

The ongoing U.S.-led military campaign against Iran, now in its fourth week, has already cost American taxpayers an estimated $25 billion to $30 billion in direct military expenditures, with broader global economic damage mounting from disrupted energy supplies, surging oil prices and market volatility.

International Business Times UK

Pentagon Requests More Than £158 Billion For Expanding Iran War Effort As White House Aides Doubt Congress Approval

The Pentagon seeks over $200 billion for Operation Epic Fury, sparking debate in Congress over the war's legitimacy and funding.

The Guardian - US

The war on Iran cost the US $12.7bn by day six. Here’s how it’s been spent – in charts

Now, the total is likely to have exceeded $18bn and counting. Where are America’s war dollars going, in a war that was never declared in the first place?

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