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UK: Iran Likely Top Military Backer of Russia in Ukraine War

Iran is now likely the top military backer of Russia, the UK said, as the Kremlin looks to expand its missile strikes against Ukraine’s national infrastructure. The Biden administration is accusing Russia of moving to provide advanced military assistance to Iran, including air defense systems, helicopters and fighter jets, part…

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US sounds alarm as Russia, Iran move toward full defence ‘partnership’

The Biden administration is accusing Russia of moving to provide advanced military assistance to Iran, including air defense systems, helicopters and fighter jets, part of deepening cooperation between the two nations as Tehran provides drones to support Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

France 24

U.S. to send Ukraine anti-drone, air defense aid worth $275 million

(This Dec. 8 story has been refiled to remove an extraneous paragraph)

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US: Russia looking to Iran to supply more drones, missiles

Struggling to maintain a steady supply of arms for its war in Ukraine, Moscow is looking to Iran once again to resupply the Russian military with drones and surface-to-surface missiles

The Independent UK

House GOP announces investigation into reports of ‘secret’ Saudi oil production deal

WASHINGTON — House Republicans announced a probe into reports of a failed “secret deal to boost oil production” between Biden administration officials and Saudi Arabia, as the party prepares to take majority control of the chamber next year.

Tribune News Service

Türkiye Denies US Request to Cancel Syria Land Operation, Russia Negotiates SDF Withdrawal

Türkiye confirmed on Friday that it had asked the US to "fulfill its obligations," according to the understandings related to northern Syria after Washington asked Ankara to refrain from carrying out the military operation. The Turkish National Security Council discussed Thursday the latest regional and international developments, combating terrorism, military…

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Biden Monitoring China Covid Unrest

US President Joe Biden is monitoring unrest in China by protesters demanding an end to Covid lockdowns and greater political freedoms, the White House said Monday. The comments came after hundreds of people took to the streets in China's major cities over the weekend, in a rare outpouring of public…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Saudi prince's new title key to dodging lawsuit over killing

A recent boost in titles for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has proven crucial to shielding him from a U.S. lawsuit in the killing of a U.S.-based journalist

The Independent UK

White House says it cannot confirm reports out of Poland

The White House cannot confirm reports coming out of Poland and is working with the Polish government to gather more information, National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson said on Tuesday, after a report that Russian missiles had hit Polish territory.

Reuters

Defense-oriented Democrats mostly survive electoral scare

WASHINGTON — Defense-oriented House Democrats, including a cadre of self-described “badass” women with national security backgrounds, were largely unscathed by Tuesday’s election.

Tribune News Service

Defense-oriented Democrats mostly survive electoral scare - Roll Call

Republicans targeted several Democratic House members first elected in 2018 with national security backgrounds, but most survived tough races.

Roll Call

The REAL Sir Gavin Williamson - all the top Tory's scandals, blunders and leaks

Known as a plotter and political schemer, Sir Gavin Williamson's return to the Cabinet last month as a minister 'without portfolio' caused ripples in Westminster

Daily Mirror

Gavin Williamson announces resignation but ‘refutes the characterisation’ of claims against him – as it happened

Former deputy chief whip Anne Milton tells Channel 4 Williamson used ‘leverage’ and threats against MPs

The Guardian - UK

North Korea fires missile towards Japan as Kim Jong-un launches yet another bomb

The missile comes as the third fired by North Korea on Thursday, after the east Asian country set a record the previous day with 23 launches

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Axios

U.S.: North Korea "covertly supplying" artillery shells to Russia for Ukraine war

The shipments are “not going to change the course of the war,” a National Security Council spokesperson said.

Daily Mirror

Russian army discussing when and how to use nuclear weapons, US officials warn

A National Security Council official said the United States has been “clear from the outset that Russia’s comments about the potential use of nuclear weapons are deeply concerning” and that officials are taking them seriously

The Independent UK

Saudis tell US that Iran is prepping attack on kingdom

Saudi Arabia has shared intelligence with American officials that suggests Iran could be preparing for an imminent attack on the kingdom

Zenger

Washington Can’t Find A Path Forward In Iran Nuclear Talks, Says Senior Israeli Official

A senior Israeli official is concerned about the Biden administration's attitude toward Iran after stalled talks over nuclear deal

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The Independent UK

After raising hope, Biden still lacks climate migration plan

Shortly after President Joe Biden took office, he issued what was widely hailed as a landmark executive order calling for the U.S. government to address the impact of climate change on migration

Asharq Al-Awsat

Washington ‘Deeply Disappointed’ by Palestinian President’s Meeting with Putin

The US administration issued a rare public stinging rebuke of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, days after he lauded Russian President Vladimir Putin while slamming the United States. “We were deeply disappointed to hear President Abbas’s remarks to President Putin. Russia does not stand for justice and international law, as evidenced…

Tribune News Service

White House says North Korea nuclear talks offer still on table

WASHINGTON — The U.S. remains ready for talks with North Korea on denuclearizing the Korean peninsula, while ensuring “that we have also the capabilities in the region and ready to go in case we need them,” National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said.

Reuters

U.S. says no change to Venezuela sanctions policy

The United States has no plans to change its Venezuela sanctions policy "without constructive steps" from Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to restore democracy, White House National Security Council Spokesperson Adrienne Watson said on Wednesday.

Axios

Japan residents urged to shelter as North Korea's military fires missile over country

It's the first time in five years that North Korea's military has sent a missile over Japan.

The Hindu

Do not ignore any communication shared by NSCS, NSA: PM Modi to ministers

PM Modi said there were instances when notes from the National Security Council Secretariat were not given due importance

The Independent UK

US hits Russia with sanctions for annexing Ukrainian regions

The U.S. has sanctioned more than 1,000 people and firms connected to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including its Central Bank governor and families of National Security Council members, after President Vladimir Putin signed treaties absorbing occupied regions of Ukraine into Russia, in defiance of international law

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