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U.S. State Dept approves potential sale of SM-6 missiles to Japan, Pentagon says

The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of Standard Missile 6 (SM-6) Block I missiles and related equipment to Japan for an estimated cost of $450 million, the Pentagon said on Thursday.

Reuters

Pentagon to provide funds, help for troops seeking abortions

The Pentagon will provide travel funds and support for troops and their dependents who seek abortions but are based in states where they are now illegal

The Independent UK

US has increased arms sales abroad despite Biden election pledge

Report by Quincy Institute says ‘current US arms policy and practice too often fuel war rather than deterring it’

The Guardian - US

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Military suicides drop as leaders push new programs

A new report and Pentagon data show that suicides across the active duty U.S. military decreased over the past 18 months, driven by sharp drops in the Air Force and Marine Corps last year and a similar decline among Army soldiers during the first six months of this year

The Independent UK

Britain must urgently review its defence in light of Putin’s nuclear threat

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has gone to Washington, like Mr Smith in the movie, this time on unscheduled and urgent business. Three days of meetings at the Pentagon and White House will focus on the dramatic turning point in the Ukraine war and the scary possibilities of what Russia might…

Evening Standard

Elon Musk says Starlink network in Ukraine has not received U.S. funding

Billionaire Elon Musk said on Tuesday SpaceX's Starlink services have not received any funding from the U.S. Department of Defense, a day after reports said The Pentagon is considering paying for Starlink satellite network in war-torn Ukraine.

Reuters

White House seeks more Ukraine weapons support in Senate NDAA

Biden administration also opposes continued funding for nuclear sea-launched cruise missile, requests increase in Afghanistan SIVs.

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Pentagon says can't confirm reports of Iranian missiles to Russia

The Pentagon said on Tuesday that it did not have information at this time to corroborate reports that Iran has promised to provide Russia with surface-to-surface missiles, along with more drones.

Reuters

Pentagon considers funding Musk's Starlink network for Ukraine - Politico

The Pentagon is considering paying for Elon Musk's Starlink satellite network in war-torn Ukraine, Politico reported on Monday, citing two U.S. officials involved in the discussions.

Reuters

Analysis: Xi's new generals face tough military challenges post-congress

HONG KONG: In his first two terms as commander of the world's largest military, Chinese President Xi Jinping has unleashed sweeping changes to its structure, posture and potency.

Bangkok Post

Senator raises alarm Saudis could share US defense technology with Russia

Richard Blumenthal to seek reassurances from Pentagon that ‘they are on top of’ risk of sharing information with Gulf state

The Guardian - UK

Xi's new generals face tough military challenges post-congress

In his first two terms as commander of the world's largest military, Chinese President Xi Jinping has unleashed sweeping changes to its structure, posture and potency.

Reuters

Taiwan: World's other nuclear crisis

Taiwan isn't making headlines, but the U.S. and China keep ratcheting up the tension — and the grave danger

Salon

Elon Musk recommits SpaceX to providing Ukraine with satellite internet: ‘The hell with it’

Billionaire says giving war-torn country 20,000 units has already cost company $80m

The Independent UK

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Axios

Elon Musk: SpaceX provides "major battlefield advantage" over GPS

Musk said SpaceX's request "for a major battlefield advantage is less than the cost of one new GPS satellite."

AFP

In reversal, Musk to continue funding Starlink in Ukraine

Washington (AFP) - Elon Musk said Saturday that his company SpaceX will continue to pay for Starlink satellite internet in war-torn Ukraine, one day after the tech mogul suggested he could not keep funding the project.

The Street

Elon Musk Sounds the Alarm About a Key Product

The richest man in the world has also become one of the most influential personalities on the planet.

Axios

What China looks like after a decade of Xi Jinping's rule

Xi is expected to be selected for a precedent-defying third term at this year's 20th Party congress.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Musk Says Cannot Fund Starlink in Ukraine Indefinitely

Elon Musk said Friday that SpaceX would not be able to pay for Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine indefinitely, while the US military confirmed it was communicating with the billionaire's company about funding for the key network. The discussions come as Musk has been embroiled in public spats with Ukrainian…

Al Jazeera

US announces new $725m military assistance package for Ukraine

The new aid is aimed at restocking ammunition for advanced weapons systems used in Ukraine’s counteroffensive.

The Street

Elon Musk Attacks the Pentagon

The CEO of Tesla and SpaceX complains of leaks related to the Starlink service provided to Ukraine at war against Russia.

The Independent UK

US sending $725 million more in military aid to Ukraine

US officials say the Biden administration will send Ukraine a new, $725 million package of military aid, adding to a flurry of assistance announcements from European allies this week

Evening Standard

Elon Musk says SpaceX can no longer afford to provide satellite services in Ukraine

Elon Musk has informed the US government that SpaceX can no longer continue to fund satellite services in Ukraine.

The Independent UK

Official: Musk seeks US funding of Ukraine satellite network

A senior U.S. officials says the Defense Department has gotten a request from SpaceX and Tesla founder Elon Musk to take over funding for his satellite network that has provided crucial battlefield communications for Ukrainian military forces during the war with Russia

AFP

Musk says cannot fund Starlink in Ukraine indefinitely

Washington (AFP) - Elon Musk said Friday that SpaceX would not be able to pay for Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine indefinitely, while the US military confirmed it was communicating with the billionaire's company about funding for the key network.

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