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White House casts doubt on claims that Trump administration tried to free Paul Whelan

A National Security Council spokesperson says Russia has never indicated a willingness to free Paul Whelan in exchange for the arms dealer who was released as part of a prisoner swap last week

The Independent UK

A tortured and deadly legacy: Kissinger and realpolitik in US foreign policy

In 2023, Henry Kissinger will mark a century since his birth and more than 50 years of influence on American foreign policy. Kissinger’s centennial represents an important opportunity to reflect on not only his influence, but also the effects of the vision of foreign policy he has espoused.

The Conversation

U.S. lawmakers unveil new bill to ban TikTok

A new bipartisan bill wants to ban TikTok in the U.S. over fears the app is being used to collect data on Americans and spread Chinese propaganda in the West.

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TikTok security deal’s prospects are clouded by FBI’s doubts, state bans

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is facing new roadblocks in its effort to address the national security concerns around TikTok after the FBI warned about the dangers of the Chinese-owned video-sharing app and five states banned it from employee phones.

Tribune News Service

Winter war effort: How far will Ukraine's allies go?

The cold will not let up. Neither will the fighting. As a conference for Ukraine brings allies and investors to Paris, Russia continues to pound critical infrastructure. How to talk rebuilding when Moscow is still destroying? We ask our panel where the priorities lie, who pays for what and at…

France 24

Explainer-How the U.S. plans to commit $55 billion to Africa over three years

The United States plans to commit $55 billion to Africa over the next three years, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan told reporters on Monday.

Reuters

Security minister raises concerns over TikTok as news source

Tom Tugendhat said ‘challenges’ could be created if Beijing declares the platform’s algorithms a national security asset.

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MPs hit out at spy chiefs - and warn them about posting on social media

The Intelligence and Security Committee urged bosses not to become distracted by giving media interviews and posting online, as the parliamentary body delivered its annual report

Daily Mirror

Hong Kong court delays Jimmy Lai security trial by 10 months

The national security trial of pro-democracy Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai was pushed to September 2023 by a court on Tuesday, as authorities seek to have his overseas lawyer barred from the defence.

Bangkok Post

Factbox: What will Japan's military build-up look like?

Japan is expected to unveil a new national security strategy on Friday along with details of its biggest military build-up since World War Two, in a marked shift away the pacifism that has dominated its political discourse for seven decades.

Reuters

Trial of Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai delayed after British lawyer denied visa extension

Democracy activist and founder of Apple Daily tabloid newspaper potentially faces life in prison over charges of conspiring to collude with foreign forces

The Guardian - AU

Hong Kong publisher’s security trial further delayed

The national security trial of a Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher has been further postponed to September

The Independent UK

Jimmy Lai’s security law trial postponed to September 2023

Media tycoon, who has been denied bail, could face life term if found guilty of alleged ‘collusion’ with foreign forces.

Al Jazeera

National security trial for Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon postponed to next Sept

A Hong Kong court on Tuesday postponed a landmark national security trial against Hong Kong media tycoon and China critic Jimmy Lai to late September next year.

Reuters

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Jimmy Lai has been China's target for decades. Now a small change to Hong Kong's legal tradition could see him jailed for life

The trial of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong media mogul and founder of Apple Daily, is delayed until next year.

The Independent UK

Trump was not interested in Paul Whelan’s case, his former national security official says

Trump and his allies accused Biden of ignoring the imprisoned Marine after securing Brittney Griner’s release from Russia. But officials and Whelan’s family members say Trump didn’t want to take up his case

AAP

Report urges security decision overhaul

A new analysis paper has called for changes in how key national security decisions are made.

Tribune News Service

Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai gets more prison time for fraud

A Hong Kong court sentenced Jimmy Lai to five years and nine months in prison, local media reported, adding to the media mogul’s growing jail time as the city cracks down on high-profile dissidents.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

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…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Security draft declares Taiwan's stability vital / Counterattack ability called 'minimum' for self-defense

"Peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are indis-pensable for peace, stability and prosperity of the international community," states the draft revision of the National Security Strategy that the government plans to have approved this month, The Yomiuri Shimbun has learned.

The Independent UK

WTO rules against Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs

The World Trade Organization has rejected the 2018 import taxes that then-President Donald Trump imposed on foreign steel and aluminum, saying they violated global trade rules

Reuters

Trump metal tariffs ruled in breach of global rules by WTO

The World Trade Organization ruled on Friday that U.S. tariffs imposed on steel and aluminium imports by then President Donald Trump contravened global trading rules in a judgment immediately criticised by Washington.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi-Chinese Summit Culminates in Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement

The meeting of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Chinese President Xi Jinping, which was held at Al Yamamah Palace in Riyadh, in the presence of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, culminated in the signing of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement between the two countries.…

AAP

Call for vote before Aussies sent to war

An organisation arguing for greater transparency when Australia goes to war has told a parliamentary inquiry national security won't be risked.

Tribune News Service

Ex-Trump adviser Flynn testifies amid heightened security

ATLANTA — Amid heightened courthouse security with law enforcement officers carrying automatic weapons, former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn testified Thursday before the Fulton County special purpose grand jury.

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