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The Pentagon said Iran War costs $29 billion,but the real cost is closer to $200 billion—and counting

Over time, the conflict will likely cost more than $1 trillion, according to one Harvard economist.

Fortune

NATO's Rutte aims to soothe Trump on White House visit ahead of July summit

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is set to hold talks with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, aiming to mollify the volatile US leader two weeks before the annual summit of the military alliance and as the Pentagon reviews the size of the US military footprint in…

France 24

Another top general exits under Pete Hegseth as Afghanistan’s final U.S. soldier steps aside

The Army’s commander of its forces in Europe and Africa is unexpectedly stepping down after just 18 months in the job

The Independent UK

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Alibaba sues US government over Pentagon blacklist linking firm to Chinese military

Alibaba, Chinese e-commerce and tech giant, has filed a lawsuit against the United States government, seeking removal from a Pentagon blacklist that labels the company as having links to China’s military, a designation the firm says is unfounded and damaging.

The Times of India

Alibaba sues Pentagon over blacklist designation

Alibaba Group on Tuesday filed a federal lawsuit challenging the US Defense Department's designation of the Chinese technology giant as a "Chinese military company," arguing the labeling is arbitrary and lacks due process. The lawsuit, filed Tuesday in San Jose federal court, contests the Pentagon's determination that Alibaba qualifies for…

The Economic Times

Only a quarter of Americans believe Trump’s war with Iran was worth the cost, new poll finds

The war cost the Pentagon around $40 billion and sent gas prices soaring

The Independent UK

The Latest: Pentagon asks Congress for roughly $80 billion to cover cost of Iran war

Iran's president is in Pakistan to talk with mediators as negotiations between Tehran and Washington proceed on ending the war

The Independent UK

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Iran war actual cost: How much fund Donald Trump's U.S. is spending in conflict against Tehran? Amount will shock Americans

Iran war comes with a high cost for President Donald Trump and the U.S. As experts still trying to gauge the actual cost of the Iran war.

The Economic Times

Pentagon Releases UFO Documents But Keeps Key Tracking Details Classified Behind Blacked-Out Pages

The Pentagon has released documents on UFO investigations, but key details remain classified, sparking ongoing debates about transparency and national security concerns.

International Business Times UK

Pentagon asks Congress for $80 billion as Iran war costs rise

The Pentagon has put forth a request for an additional $80 billion to enhance funding aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict with Iran. This appeal arrives during the Trump administration's drive for elevated defense spending. With certain Democrats expressing trepidation regarding financial implications and war expenditures, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth…

The Times of India

Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war

The Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion, primarily for the ongoing conflict with Iran, adding to President Trump's substantial defense spending proposals. This request faces skepticism from lawmakers concerned about the war's justification and the high cost of living for Americans. While some Republicans see it as an investment…

The Economic Times

China Strikes Back at U.S. Sanctions With New Export Ban Targeting Defense Firms

China's Ministry of Commerce announced that 10 U.S. companies, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and rare Earth producers, would be prohibited from receiving Chinese dual-use goods.

International Business Times

China sanctions US tech giants weeks after Pentagon blacklisted Chinese firms

China's commerce ministry on Monday imposed sanctions on 10 US tech companies, blocking them from exporting “dual-use” items, which have military and non-military applications, to the US. The companies barred from doing business with the US include drone makers and some involved in rare earths. Beijing's move comes weeks after…

France 24

US strike on vessel in Caribbean Sea kills 2, leaves 6 survivors

The U.S. military conducted another strike on a suspected drug boat in the eastern Pacific, resulting in two deaths and six survivors. This latest incident, part of an ongoing campaign against alleged traffickers, brings the total killed in such strikes to over 210 since September. Critics question the legality and…

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The Independent UK

US military strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean leaves 2 dead and 6 survivors

This latest incident brings the total number of fatalities from US military boat strikes to over 210 people

TechRadar

800+ F-35 airplane fleet struggles to justify $1.6 trillion price tag with just 25% fully mission capable rate amidst systemic software bugs and chronic hardware failures, scathing new GAO report finds

The Pentagon's $1.6 trillion F-35 program reached just 25% full mission capability as software issues and shortages persisted.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk's xAI Gets Trump DOJ Backing In Fight To Keep Gas Turbines Running Near Black Mississippi Homes

The Justice Department supports Elon Musk's xAI in a Clean Air Act lawsuit, citing national security concerns, while the NAACP argues for environmental justice in Mississippi.

Barchart

Alibaba Stock Is a Compelling Buy as It Drifts Toward 52-Week Lows. Here’s Why.

Down nearly 25% this year, Alibaba is drifting toward 52-week lows. However, tepid valuations make the stock a compelling buy here, despite concerns over the slowdown in China.

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The Guardian - UK

Four months after the horrific Iran school bombing, fears grow that Trump and Hegseth will bury the truth

A secretive investigation into the attack that killed at least 175 has concluded, reports suggest. Will its findings ever see the light of day?

TechRadar

‘Use GenAI.mil, do the best you can': Pentagon officials boast of using AI to generate Congress reports

1.5 million Pentagon workers now use GenAI.mil as Chief Technology Officer Emil Michael encourages its use.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Targets Bad-Looking 'Fat Generals' As Top Brass Face New Height And Weight Checks Twice A Year

Pete Hegseth announces a military fitness reset, targeting overweight personnel and enforcing biannual physical tests to enhance readiness and discipline across all ranks.

The Economic Times

Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?

Congress grapples with the aftermath of President Trump's Iran conflict, questioning its worth amidst lives lost and billions spent. While some senators decry the outcome as a failure, others believe the nation is safer. Lawmakers now face the task of explaining the war, replenishing military supplies, and securing a fragile…

Reason

America Spent a Fortune Shooting Down Cheap Drones. Now the Missile Stores Are Bare.

After burning through interceptors in the Iran war, the U.S. faces a dire math problem: Enemies can build drones faster than America can build missiles.

International Business Times UK

'Not of the Natural World': Retired Rear Admiral Claims Undersea UFOs Are Operated by Non-Human Intelligence

Retired Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet suggests underwater UFOs may be operated by non-human intelligence, raising national security concerns. Thousands of sightings have been reported, yet explanations remain elusive.

International Business Times

SpaceX IPO Creates New Billionaires As Elon Musk's Stake Tops $1 Trillion

SpaceX shares remain above their IPO price despite losing ground after a record-setting debut week.

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