https://bojoku.com/ Live open-source intelligence, geopolitical conflict monitoring, military radar reconnaissance, and multi-hazard early warning. en-us Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:01:14 +0000 https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrainealert/ukraine-can-do-more-to-counter-russias-illicit-finance-threat/ https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrainealert/ukraine-can-do-more-to-counter-russias-illicit-finance-threat/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:55:34 +0000 World For more than four years, Ukraine has impressed global audiences with the country’s ability to defend itself against Russia on land, at sea, and in the air. Illicit finance is another important front in the fight against Russian aggression, writes Matthew McGlynn. The post Ukraine can do more to counter Russia’s ill... https://www.airandspaceforces.com/space-force-leaders-more-than-double-the-force-growth/ https://www.airandspaceforces.com/space-force-leaders-more-than-double-the-force-growth/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:54:36 +0000 Military & Defense When Space Force leaders started talking about expanding the service early this year, the idea was simple: double the size of the force in the next five years. At AFA’s Air, Space & Cyber conference this week, officials detailed just how they’re planning to grow so much so quickly. The post USSF Leaders Lay Out the ... https://www.airandspaceforces.com/air-force-cca-drones-large-scale-exercise-fly-emerald-flag/ https://www.airandspaceforces.com/air-force-cca-drones-large-scale-exercise-fly-emerald-flag/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:53:14 +0000 Military & Defense The Air Force’s new Collaborative Combat Aircraft will take part in their first large-force engagement exercise in December, the head of the drones’ Experimental Operations Unit said Sept. 15. The post CCA Drones to Fly at Large-Scale Air Force Exercise in December appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/why-does-brazil-get-to-speak-first-at-unga?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/why-does-brazil-get-to-speak-first-at-unga?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:46:21 +0000 Conflict Why does Brazil get to speak first at UNGA? https://www.dw.com/en/us-trump-administration-weakens-endangered-species-act/a-79316188?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf https://www.dw.com/en/us-trump-administration-weakens-endangered-species-act/a-79316188?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:45:17 +0000 World In a recent memo, the US government would no longer consider the unintentional killing of protected wildlife as unlawful. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6n8m72r13ngo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6n8m72r13ngo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:44:53 +0000 World The BBC understands Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are among the delegates allowed to enter the US. https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/energysource/what-von-der-leyens-sotu-speech-got-right-about-energy-and-where-the-eu-still-needs-to-pivot/ https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/energysource/what-von-der-leyens-sotu-speech-got-right-about-energy-and-where-the-eu-still-needs-to-pivot/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:37:19 +0000 World The EU State of the Union address recognizes important energy system challenges but also leaves details on actions murky. The post What von der Leyen’s SOTU speech got right about energy—and where the EU still needs to pivot appeared first on Atlantic Council. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/9/17/can-middle-powers-come-together-to-build-a-new-economic-alliance-2?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/9/17/can-middle-powers-come-together-to-build-a-new-economic-alliance-2?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:37:06 +0000 Conflict Canada's prime minister outlines plans for stronger ties with the EU. https://therecord.media/european-commission-set-to-push-social-media-kids-restrictions-into-law https://therecord.media/european-commission-set-to-push-social-media-kids-restrictions-into-law Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:36:00 +0000 Cyber Warfare The proposal, known as the EU KIDS Act, would block social media platforms from offering accounts to children younger than 13 and establish a bloc-wide minimum age of 15 for account creation. https://www.twz.com/air/f-16-crashes-in-michigan https://www.twz.com/air/f-16-crashes-in-michigan Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:30:58 +0000 Conflict Dramatic ATC audio of the incident has emerged. The post F-16 Crashes In Michigan appeared first on TWZ. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/why-have-chinas-oil-prices-reached-a-record-high?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/why-have-chinas-oil-prices-reached-a-record-high?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:30:39 +0000 Conflict Why have China's oil prices reached a record high? https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-weighs-return-to-large-scale-iran-strikes-i-have-a-big-decision-coming-up/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-weighs-return-to-large-scale-iran-strikes-i-have-a-big-decision-coming-up/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:29:49 +0000 Conflict President says will meet with Gulf leaders at UNGA next week before determining next steps; State Dept. confirms Iranian delegation will attend; Iranian crypto exchange hit with sanctions The post Trump weighs return to large-scale Iran strikes: ‘I have a big decision coming up’ appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2026/09/17/us-air-force-to-extend-service-of-b-1-b-2-bombers-official-says/ https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2026/09/17/us-air-force-to-extend-service-of-b-1-b-2-bombers-official-says/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:28:00 +0000 Defense The service lives of the B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit will be extended, with their pilots to be some of the first to fly the B-21 Raider. https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/northrop-eyes-munitions-supply-work-lockheed-eyes-funding-ceos/ https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/northrop-eyes-munitions-supply-work-lockheed-eyes-funding-ceos/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:25:57 +0000 Defense “We are taking this opportunity to work with partners we have not worked with before, show them the products we have, and define what our path is to gaining share on those weapons,” CEO Kathy Warden told investors at the Morgan Stanley conference. https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrainealert/putin-is-escalating-against-nato-but-a-baltic-incursion-remains-unlikely/ https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrainealert/putin-is-escalating-against-nato-but-a-baltic-incursion-remains-unlikely/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:19:19 +0000 World The recent escalation in Russian gray zone aggression across Europe has sparked a lively debate over how far the Kremlin may be prepared to go, but a Russian attack on the Baltic states remains unlikely, writes James Rice. The post Putin is escalating against NATO but a Baltic incursion remains unlikely appeared fir... https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/army-has-enough-drones-for-each-unit-now-it-needs-to-train-soldiers-to-use-them/ https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/army-has-enough-drones-for-each-unit-now-it-needs-to-train-soldiers-to-use-them/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:16:22 +0000 Defense “Where we still have some work to do candidly is getting everybody trained at the appropriate level,” Col. Gregory Merkl, Drone Dominance director for the Army, said. https://taskandpurpose.com/tech-tactics/air-force-ground-based-cannon/ https://taskandpurpose.com/tech-tactics/air-force-ground-based-cannon/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:10:56 +0000 Defense The Air Force wants a ground-based air defense cannon to hold back a growing tide of drones and cruise missiles. The post The Air Force wants a cannon to shoot down drones appeared first on Task & Purpose. https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-says-it-will-sell-48-f-35s-saudi-arabia https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-says-it-will-sell-48-f-35s-saudi-arabia Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:08:57 +0000 Conflict US says it will sell up to 48 F-35s to Saudi Arabia Submitted by Sean Mathews on Thu, 09/17/2026 - 19:44 The Trump administration has been working on the sale for months, but the key announcement comes as the kingdom b... https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-hamas-terrorists-who-invaded-israel-on-oct-7-killed-in-recent-gaza-strikes-idf-says/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-hamas-terrorists-who-invaded-israel-on-oct-7-killed-in-recent-gaza-strikes-idf-says/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:06:55 +0000 Conflict Military says probing reports of a child killed in strike on Nukhba operative Sharif Shadi Ibrahim Labad; PM, Shin Bet chief vow to keep pursuing Gaza terrorists until the last The post Two Hamas terrorists who invaded Israel on Oct. 7 killed in recent Gaza strikes, IDF says appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/ukmto-reports-security-incident-strait-hormuz-oman https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/ukmto-reports-security-incident-strait-hormuz-oman Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:06:11 +0000 Conflict UKMTO reports security incident in Strait of Hormuz off Oman The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Thursday that it received a report of a security incident in the Strait of Hormuz, 16 nautical miles northeast of Oman's Khasab. The crew were reported safe and no ... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3367911/trump-says-major-progress-made-towards-us-base-poland?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3367911/trump-says-major-progress-made-towards-us-base-poland?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:01:22 +0000 Defense US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that there had been “major progress” towards establishing an American military base in Poland, after Warsaw said it was holding talks with Washington on the issue. “Thanks to the bold leadership of my friend, Karol Nawrocki, President of Poland, major progress is being made... https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/for-fast-defence-capability-look-to-commercial-providers/ https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/for-fast-defence-capability-look-to-commercial-providers/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:00:21 +0000 Defense The Australian defence establishment should urgently work with commercial providers to deliver military and dual-use capabilities that can be deployed in months, not years or decades. Government procurement pathways alone cannot meet the demands of ... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx980qj57r89o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx980qj57r89o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:59:54 +0000 World People the BBC spoke to are excited by the prospect of working and studying in the EU, a suggestion Carney made this week. https://www.defenseone.com/business/2026/09/defense-business-brief-dispatch-afas-air-space-cyber-2026/416055/ https://www.defenseone.com/business/2026/09/defense-business-brief-dispatch-afas-air-space-cyber-2026/416055/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:58:47 +0000 Defense https://www.airandspaceforces.com/spacecom-boss-better-domain-awareness-target-threats/ https://www.airandspaceforces.com/spacecom-boss-better-domain-awareness-target-threats/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:57:09 +0000 Military & Defense The Space Force revealed this week that it has space control weapons on orbit, but the head of U.S. Space Command said the U.S. still has “a long way to go” in improving its ability to detect and target threats in the domain.  The post SPACECOM Boss Wants Better Domain Awareness to Target Threats on Orbit appeared f... https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/russian-plans-include-strikes-against-ukraines-allies-poland-says?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/russian-plans-include-strikes-against-ukraines-allies-poland-says?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:54:46 +0000 Conflict Warsaw also says it scrambled military planes in response to a Russian attack in western Ukraine, close to its border. https://english.nv.ua/nation/trump-teases-new-u-s-base-in-poland-50642392.html https://english.nv.ua/nation/trump-teases-new-u-s-base-in-poland-50642392.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:49:00 +0000 Conflict Washington may soon open a new U.S. Army base on Polish territory, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sept. 17. https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/coast-guard-boards-us-bound-vessels-apparently-compromised-by-hackers-officials-say/ https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/coast-guard-boards-us-bound-vessels-apparently-compromised-by-hackers-officials-say/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:48:16 +0000 Conflict The U.S. Coast Guard and FBI boarded two commercial vessels bound for the U.S. after indications that hackers had broken into their computer networks. https://www.dw.com/en/smuggling-suspected-as-more-rare-animals-seen-in-india/a-79309352?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf https://www.dw.com/en/smuggling-suspected-as-more-rare-animals-seen-in-india/a-79309352?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:45:16 +0000 World Orangutans, rare reptiles and other exotic animals are popping up in India, suggesting the country is becoming a major destination for trafficked wildlife. https://www.airandspaceforces.com/pentagon-lockheed-martin-joint-advanced-tactical-missile-production/ https://www.airandspaceforces.com/pentagon-lockheed-martin-joint-advanced-tactical-missile-production/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:44:00 +0000 Military & Defense The Pentagon announced a deal with Lockheed Martin on Sept. 17 to expand production of the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile, an advanced new Air Force and Navy air-to-air missile meant to equip fifth- and sixth-generation fighters. The post Pentagon, Lockheed to Expand Production of Secretive New Joint Advanc... https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/ilhan-omar-attacker-pleads-guilty-sentenced-to-more-than-a-year-in-prison?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/ilhan-omar-attacker-pleads-guilty-sentenced-to-more-than-a-year-in-prison?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:42:30 +0000 Conflict The assailant sprayed vinegar at Ilhan Omar, admitting political motives were behind the assault at a townhall. https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/saudi-arabian-civil-defence-alerts-potential-danger-abha-and-khamis https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/saudi-arabian-civil-defence-alerts-potential-danger-abha-and-khamis Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:42:21 +0000 Conflict Saudi Arabian civil defence alerts potential danger in Abha and Khamis Mushait Saudi Arabia's civil defence has sent out alerts warning of potential danger in the Abha and Khamis Mushait areas of the country, according to Saudi Arabian state TV on Thursday. Soon after, stat... https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/us-clears-24b-f-35-sale-for-saudi-arabia/ https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/us-clears-24b-f-35-sale-for-saudi-arabia/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:39:26 +0000 Defense The approval comes a year after President Donald Trump announced Riyadh would be permitted to buy the highly advanced stealth fighters, though lawmakers could still block the sale. https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-state-department-approves-sale-48-f-35-fighter-jets-saudi-arabia https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-state-department-approves-sale-48-f-35-fighter-jets-saudi-arabia Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:38:04 +0000 Conflict US State Department approves sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia The US State Department has approved a proposed sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia in a package that will cost an estimated $24.3bn. Saudi Arabia had requested the purchase of 48 F-35 aircra... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c68xkypqyxw7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c68xkypqyxw7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:35:23 +0000 World Queensland's Fitzroy River has been selected for the 2032 Games, despite concerns over the course - and its inhabitants. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/four-bodies-found-in-nepal-tunnel-as-flood-search-continues?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/four-bodies-found-in-nepal-tunnel-as-flood-search-continues?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:34:15 +0000 Conflict Rescuers in Nepal have recovered four bodies from a flooded hydropower tunnel in Chilime. https://news.usni.org/2026/09/17/navy-wants-containerized-low-cost-interceptors-to-defeat-cruise-missiles-drones https://news.usni.org/2026/09/17/navy-wants-containerized-low-cost-interceptors-to-defeat-cruise-missiles-drones Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:32:12 +0000 Defense The U.S. Navy wants to deploy containerized low-cost interceptors to defeat cruise missiles and attack drones, according to a request for white papers released Wednesday. Dubbed the Naval Affordable Interceptor, the concept seeks to field a container launcher that can carry at least 60 missiles. The system’s install... https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/houthi-leader-denies-targeting-mecca-vows-to-protect-holy-city?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/houthi-leader-denies-targeting-mecca-vows-to-protect-holy-city?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:31:03 +0000 Conflict Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi pledges to defend Mecca and other Islamic holy sites. https://www.dw.com/en/russian-birth-tourism-to-brazil-increases/a-79312304?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf https://www.dw.com/en/russian-birth-tourism-to-brazil-increases/a-79312304?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:30:18 +0000 World Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and stricter regulations in Argentina, more and more Russians are choosing to travel to Brazil to give birth to children, who will obtain Brazilian nationality. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/russia-sabotaging-power-supply-lines-at-zaporizhzhia-plant-greenpeace?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/russia-sabotaging-power-supply-lines-at-zaporizhzhia-plant-greenpeace?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:30:12 +0000 Conflict Investigation finds no evidence of Russia's claims that Ukrainian attacks hit the nuclear power plant. https://www.france24.com/en/the-harms-have-come-to-outweigh-the-benefits-of-social-media-researcher-says https://www.france24.com/en/the-harms-have-come-to-outweigh-the-benefits-of-social-media-researcher-says Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:29:04 +0000 World The EU laid out plans Thursday for strict age limits for children to access social media, games and AI assistants -- and on forcing companies to make platforms safe before minors use them. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Lisa Dittmer, Researcher, Children and Young People’s Digital Rights at Amnesty Internation... https://cyberscoop.com/ai-agent-hacking-apocalypse-cybersecurity/ https://cyberscoop.com/ai-agent-hacking-apocalypse-cybersecurity/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:18:07 +0000 Technology While large language models present real risks to society, experts say they can be tested and largely controlled using well-worn cybersecurity and policy choices. The post The AI hacking apocalypse is not inevitable appeared first on CyberScoop. https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/china-famoussparrow-spies-latin-america https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/china-famoussparrow-spies-latin-america Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:15:38 +0000 Cyber Amid the US and China's fight for eco-colonial influence in Latin America, a stealthy backdoor has taken flight. https://www.twz.com/air/f-35-sale-to-saudi-arabia-approved-by-state-department https://www.twz.com/air/f-35-sale-to-saudi-arabia-approved-by-state-department Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:14:25 +0000 Conflict The proposed $24 billion stealth fighter deal has major ramifications across the Middle East. The post F-35 Sale To Saudi Arabia Approved By State Department appeared first on TWZ. https://www.timesofisrael.com/high-court-bans-parties-from-tracking-voters-on-election-day-angering-likud/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/high-court-bans-parties-from-tracking-voters-on-election-day-angering-likud/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:10:41 +0000 Conflict Court overturns election committee ruling, says voter tracking violates legally enshrined right to privacy; Justice Minister Levin accuses High Court of seeking to sway election against government The post High Court bans parties from tracking voters on election day, angering Likud appeared first on The Times of Isr... https://www.middleeasteye.net/trending/kyrie-irving-offers-pay-nfl-players-fine-palestine-solidarity-defies-corporate-pressure https://www.middleeasteye.net/trending/kyrie-irving-offers-pay-nfl-players-fine-palestine-solidarity-defies-corporate-pressure Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:09:27 +0000 Conflict Kyrie Irving offers to pay NFL player's fine as Palestine solidarity defies corporate pressure Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 09/17/2026 - 18:53 NBA star’s backing of Azeez al-Shaair comes as stars appear increasingly w... https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-thanks-russia-china-opposing-politically-motivated-us-resolution https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-thanks-russia-china-opposing-politically-motivated-us-resolution Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:08:10 +0000 Conflict Iran thanks Russia, China for opposing ‘politically motivated’ US resolution at Security Council Iran’s mission to the UN has thanked Russia and China for opposing what it called a “politically motivated” US draft resolution at the Security Council seeking to reimpose intern... https://toi.li/JvrLHm https://toi.li/JvrLHm Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:05:38 +0000 Conflict Don’t miss this award-nominated docuseries examining the history behind Gaza and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 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The post Stream award winning series like Gaza Syndrome – for just $36/year appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/third-person-dies-from-malaria-in-cluster-near-germanys-frankfurt-airport?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/third-person-dies-from-malaria-in-cluster-near-germanys-frankfurt-airport?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:04:53 +0000 Conflict Frankfurt grapples with a rare malaria outbreak tied to air travel, marking three deaths in recent months. https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/openai-details-more-cases-of-ai-agents-taking-unauthorized-actions/ https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/openai-details-more-cases-of-ai-agents-taking-unauthorized-actions/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:55:12 +0000 Cyber OpenAI has presented new examples of what they call "AI model misalignment" from the past six months, including unauthorized file uploads, following self-generated instructions, hiding mistakes, and leveraging exposed API keys. [...] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/serbia-opens-factory-to-assemble-israeli-made-drones?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/serbia-opens-factory-to-assemble-israeli-made-drones?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:54:42 +0000 Conflict Critics say Serbia's military ties with Israel are rising significantly. https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/newport-news-navy-barracks-to-receive-17-billion-upgrade/ https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/newport-news-navy-barracks-to-receive-17-billion-upgrade/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:52:54 +0000 Conflict The agreement, spanning five years to the tune of $1.7 billion, will be used to construct or renovate 8,098 beds in downtown Newport News, Virginia. https://www.france24.com/en/india-vows-to-protect-energy-security-after-new-us-tariffs-over-russian-oil https://www.france24.com/en/india-vows-to-protect-energy-security-after-new-us-tariffs-over-russian-oil Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:50:04 +0000 World India has warned Washington that new measures to levy tariffs over the purchase of Russian oil could impact bilateral ties, the South Asian nation's foreign ministry said on Thursday, hours after the U.S. made a ​new move to ‌punish such buyers. Earlier in the day, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping... https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/the-us-army-is-looking-for-new-drones-to-ferry-blood-supplies/ https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/the-us-army-is-looking-for-new-drones-to-ferry-blood-supplies/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:48:19 +0000 Defense As part of the U.S. Army Blood Link project, the service is seeking new drones that can transport blood supplies in the field. https://www.france24.com/en/trump-declines-to-back-saudi-arabia-as-us-officials-reportedly-meet-iran-backed-houthis-in-oman https://www.france24.com/en/trump-declines-to-back-saudi-arabia-as-us-officials-reportedly-meet-iran-backed-houthis-in-oman Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:47:26 +0000 World US officials met representatives of Yemen's Houthis in Oman over the weekend, five sources familiar with the matter said, days after the Iran-backed militia seized a strategic ​stretch of the ‌Red Sea coast in a sweeping offensive that routed Saudi-backed forces. U.S. ​President Donald Trump has so far rebuffed plea... https://www.twz.com/air/new-build-f-16s-for-the-usaf-is-an-idea-that-wont-go-away-for-good-reason https://www.twz.com/air/new-build-f-16s-for-the-usaf-is-an-idea-that-wont-go-away-for-good-reason Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:46:56 +0000 Conflict Lockheed’s F-16G pitch could be part of the answer to the Air Force's problem of trying to grow its increasingly geriatric fighter fleet. The post New-Build F-16s For The USAF Is An Idea That Won’t Go Away, For Good Reason appeared first on TWZ. https://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2026/09/analysis-syrias-military-is-rebuilding-but-foreign-influence-may-slow-security-progress.php https://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2026/09/analysis-syrias-military-is-rebuilding-but-foreign-influence-may-slow-security-progress.php Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:46:20 +0000 Conflict Syria’s post-Assad military is rebuilding rapidly, but its structure and foreign dependencies could limit Damascus’s ability to advance US security interests. If security cooperation from Turkey and Russia comes with strings attached, it may jeopardize Syria’s potential as a future partner against the Islamic State ... https://www.dw.com/en/baby-orangutans-are-adorable-but-five-in-a-forest-in-india-is-a-telltale-sign-of-animal-trafficking/a-79309352?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf https://www.dw.com/en/baby-orangutans-are-adorable-but-five-in-a-forest-in-india-is-a-telltale-sign-of-animal-trafficking/a-79309352?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:45:17 +0000 World Orangutans, rare reptiles and other exotic animals are popping up in India, suggesting the country is becoming a major destination for trafficked wildlife. https://www.defensenews.com/industry/2026/09/17/lockheed-martin-gets-first-batch-of-patriot-interceptor-parts-from-general-motors/ https://www.defensenews.com/industry/2026/09/17/lockheed-martin-gets-first-batch-of-patriot-interceptor-parts-from-general-motors/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:44:33 +0000 Defense In an "extraordinary" 22-day turnaround, Lockheed Martin received its first shipment of critical components from General Motors for Patriot interceptors. https://www.france24.com/en/stalemate-in-lebanon-hezbollah-justifies-weapons-citing-israeli-occupation-and-ongoing-attacks https://www.france24.com/en/stalemate-in-lebanon-hezbollah-justifies-weapons-citing-israeli-occupation-and-ongoing-attacks Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:44:27 +0000 World Angela Diffley is pleased to welcome Dr Filippo Dionigi, Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at the University of Bristol. According to Dr. Dionigi, the central obstacle to Hezbollah’s disarmament is not simply the military capacity of the Lebanese state, but the absence of a political settlement... https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-conducts-massive-explosion-southern-lebanese-village-death-toll https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-conducts-massive-explosion-southern-lebanese-village-death-toll Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:43:26 +0000 Conflict Israel conducts ‘massive explosion’ in southern Lebanese village as death toll rises to 4,386 The Israeli military has carried out a “massive explosion” in Aita al-Shaab village in the Nabatieh governorate in southern Lebanon, the country's National News Agency reported on T... https://www.timesofisrael.com/satellite-images-show-iran-rapidly-working-to-rebuild-nuclear-site-bombed-by-israel/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/satellite-images-show-iran-rapidly-working-to-rebuild-nuclear-site-bombed-by-israel/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:40:12 +0000 Conflict Blast protection bulked up at Taleghan 2, which Israel has attacked at least twice since 2024; Tehran-area facility is thought to have hosted nuclear bomb experiments 20 years ago The post Satellite images show Iran rapidly working to rebuild nuclear site bombed by Israel appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/jerusalem-daily-israelis-protest-outside-naza-filmmakers-home?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/jerusalem-daily-israelis-protest-outside-naza-filmmakers-home?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:36:40 +0000 Conflict Dozens of Israelis protested outside 'NAZA' filmmaker’s family home, chanting 'death to traitors' https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/us-secures-release-of-detained-citizen-adam-castillo-in-myanmar?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/us-secures-release-of-detained-citizen-adam-castillo-in-myanmar?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:34:30 +0000 Conflict Businessman Adam Castillo had been detained by authorities for three months on breach of trust allegations. https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/un-investigators-find-reasonable-grounds-us-committed-war-crimes-iran https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/un-investigators-find-reasonable-grounds-us-committed-war-crimes-iran Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:31:55 +0000 Conflict UN investigators find 'reasonable grounds' US committed war crimes in Iran Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 09/17/2026 - 18:14 US launched 'indiscriminate' attacks with the Minab elementary school strike, not due to an er... https://www.dw.com/en/as-global-crises-grow-germany-cuts-development-aid/a-79257532?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf https://www.dw.com/en/as-global-crises-grow-germany-cuts-development-aid/a-79257532?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:18 +0000 World The budget of Germany's Economic Cooperation and Development Ministry is set to shrink for the fifth consecutive year. Aid organizations warn that the cuts will have severe consequences for millions of people. https://www.timesofisrael.com/gaza-division-intel-officer-on-october-7-formally-dismissed-from-the-idf/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/gaza-division-intel-officer-on-october-7-formally-dismissed-from-the-idf/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:29:14 +0000 Conflict Lt. Col. 'Aleph,' who derided warnings ahead of Hamas onslaught, has for months been fighting legal battle against his ouster; name still barred from publication amid court appeal The post Gaza Division intel officer on October 7 formally dismissed from the IDF appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://english.nv.ua/nation/hungarian-mp-asks-u-s-for-russia-sanctions-exemption-50642391.html https://english.nv.ua/nation/hungarian-mp-asks-u-s-for-russia-sanctions-exemption-50642391.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:27:00 +0000 Conflict Márton Hajdu, an MP from Hungary’s ruling Tisza party, asked U.S. Republicans to exempt Hungary from a newly approved law threatening sanctions on buyers of Russian energy. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/09-17-26-south-africa-femicide-sv-mp4?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/17/09-17-26-south-africa-femicide-sv-mp4?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:18:48 +0000 Conflict A ninth woman has been found dead amid a wave of killings in South Africa’s Ekurhuleni region, east of Johannesburg. https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/63-killed-latest-fighting-between-yemen-government-houthis https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/63-killed-latest-fighting-between-yemen-government-houthis Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0000 Conflict At 63 killed in latest fighting between Yemen government, Houthis Fighting between the Houthis and Yemeni government forces and their Saudi backers has killed 63 people in the last 24 hours, AFP reported on Thursday, citing military sources from both sides. At least 23 gove... https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/the-debate/20260917-the-ceuta-effect-how-far-will-europe-s-anti-migrant-backlash-go https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/the-debate/20260917-the-ceuta-effect-how-far-will-europe-s-anti-migrant-backlash-go Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:16:31 +0000 World As the United States threatens Europe with more tariffs and eyes Greenland, as Russia tests the continent’s resolve over Ukraine, as the planet overheats,  where do citizens sense the biggest threat? In her Wednesday state of the EU speech, the Commission president addressed Ursula von der Leyen going big on manning... https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/17/english-fa-calls-for-infantino-to-release-fifa-world-cup-sell-off-documents?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/17/english-fa-calls-for-infantino-to-release-fifa-world-cup-sell-off-documents?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:15:23 +0000 Conflict Gianni Infantino's World Cup selloff plan has faced global backlash with English FA latest to seek document release. https://warontherocks.com/latin-americas-balancing-act-washington-beijing-and-the-post-maduro-environment/ https://warontherocks.com/latin-americas-balancing-act-washington-beijing-and-the-post-maduro-environment/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:15:01 +0000 Defense The year 2026 has brought sweeping change to Latin America’s relationship with the United States. Following a major military buildup in the Caribbean and strikes against vessels suspected of drug trafficking, U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Jan. 3 — unilaterally deposing the country’s lea... https://www.timesofisrael.com/top-european-arab-officials-meet-to-mull-options-for-post-unifil-mission-in-lebanon/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/top-european-arab-officials-meet-to-mull-options-for-post-unifil-mission-in-lebanon/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:10:35 +0000 Conflict France's Macron, Lebanon's Aoun, and Jordan's King Abdullah gather in Paris to assess Lebanese Armed Forces' needs as UN presence set to end, and Hezbollah still refusing to disarm The post Top European, Arab officials meet to mull options for post-UNIFIL mission in Lebanon appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/they-overreached-amid-industry-worry-new-feinberg-memo-tweaks-accounting-regime/ https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/they-overreached-amid-industry-worry-new-feinberg-memo-tweaks-accounting-regime/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:08:51 +0000 Defense A Sept. 15 memo from Deputy Secretary of Defense Stephen Feinberg walks back some changes from a previous memo, while moving reforms forward, analysts tell Breaking Defense. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/brazils-lula-announces-welfare-increases-ahead-of-presidential-election?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/brazils-lula-announces-welfare-increases-ahead-of-presidential-election?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:07:05 +0000 Conflict Government says that increase represents an adjustment for inflation that has eaten away purchasing power since 2023. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/macron-aoun-discuss-lebanese-sovereignty-efforts-to-end-israeli-attacks?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/macron-aoun-discuss-lebanese-sovereignty-efforts-to-end-israeli-attacks?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:06:50 +0000 Conflict The French presidency said the aim of the Paris talks was to review a Lebanese armed forces deployment plan. https://securityaffairs.com/199280/hacking/cyberattacks-on-oil-tankers-put-maritime-critical-infrastructure-at-risk.html https://securityaffairs.com/199280/hacking/cyberattacks-on-oil-tankers-put-maritime-critical-infrastructure-at-risk.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:06:07 +0000 Technology Cyberattacks on oil tankers show how connected ships can expose navigation and critical systems, threatening safety, ports and global trade. U.S. Coast Guard personnel and FBI agents boarded two Texas‑bound energy tankers last month after cyberattacks hit the vessels while they were underway, according to U.S. offic... https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/17/abhishek-sharmas-30-ball-ton-leads-india-to-127-run-win-over-afghanistan?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/17/abhishek-sharmas-30-ball-ton-leads-india-to-127-run-win-over-afghanistan?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:03:50 +0000 Conflict India opener Abhishek Sharma hits nine fours and 11 sixes in total of 221-7 as India seal 3-0 T20 series sweep. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/17/im-russian-nhl-star-ovechkin-defends-putin-ad-appearance?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/17/im-russian-nhl-star-ovechkin-defends-putin-ad-appearance?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:02:20 +0000 Conflict Washington Capitals captain under fire for appearing in an election campaign video for Putin's United Russia party. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3367792/us-sanctions-boost-chinas-science-driven-innovation-over-70-study-finds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3367792/us-sanctions-boost-chinas-science-driven-innovation-over-70-study-finds?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:08 +0000 Defense Sanctioned Chinese companies are increasingly turning to open-source research to innovate and reverse-engineer restricted foreign technology, with a 72 per cent surge in scientific literature citations in their patent applications, according to a new study. While the United States said it expanded its Entity List to... https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-says-he-deciding-whether-annihilate-iran https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-says-he-deciding-whether-annihilate-iran Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:56:56 +0000 Conflict Trump says he is deciding whether to ‘annihilate’ Iran US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is approaching a crucial decision on whether or not to “annihilate” his Iranian foes. “I have a big decision coming up. Do I want to go in and annihilate them or do I n... https://taskandpurpose.com/news/alabama-wing-commander-appeal-firing/ https://taskandpurpose.com/news/alabama-wing-commander-appeal-firing/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:56:19 +0000 Defense Col. Douglas DeMaio was relieved of command of an F-35 wing in the Alabama Air National Guard in 2022. A panel of judges ruled in August that he should be reinstated with back pay. The post Alabama Air National Guard wing commander wins appeal after firing appeared first on Task & Purpose. https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-downed-least-2-unmanned-american-aircraft-recent-days-us-officials https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-downed-least-2-unmanned-american-aircraft-recent-days-us-officials Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:52:16 +0000 Conflict Iran downed at least two unmanned American aircraft in recent days, US officials say Iranian forces in recent days have brought down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft, according to CBS News, citing US officials who spoke to them on condition of anonymity. The off... https://english.nv.ua/nation/carney-rejects-trump-pressure-and-backs-deeper-canada-eu-partnership-50642337.html https://english.nv.ua/nation/carney-rejects-trump-pressure-and-backs-deeper-canada-eu-partnership-50642337.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000 Conflict Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said deeper cooperation with the European Union would make Canada stronger and rejected criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, calling the proposed partnership with the EU a “positive initiative,” The Guardian reported on Sept. 17. https://english.nv.ua/nation/france-must-end-financial-aid-to-ukraine-le-pen-50642385.html https://english.nv.ua/nation/france-must-end-financial-aid-to-ukraine-le-pen-50642385.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:38:00 +0000 Conflict Marine Le Pen, de-facto leader of France’s far-right National Rally party, said France could no longer afford to provide Ukraine with financial assistance, Le Figaro reported on Sept. 16. https://www.darkreading.com/events/virtual-event-cybersecurity-outlook-2027 https://www.darkreading.com/events/virtual-event-cybersecurity-outlook-2027 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:30:29 +0000 Cyber https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/the-uks-king-charles-warns-ai-leaders-of-existential-dangers?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/the-uks-king-charles-warns-ai-leaders-of-existential-dangers?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:29:54 +0000 Conflict British monarch highlights AI's potential darker capacities, urging safety and humanity-focused development. https://www.timesofisrael.com/five-people-killed-in-car-crashes-across-israel-since-morning/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/five-people-killed-in-car-crashes-across-israel-since-morning/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:18:46 +0000 Conflict Dead include cyclist hit by car that overturned north of Tel Aviv after it was allegedly stolen by a Palestinian who was in Israel illegally, police say The post Five people killed in car crashes across Israel since morning appeared first on The Times of Israel. https://warontherocks.com/a-body-blow-the-war-on-iran-and-u-s-military-readiness/ https://warontherocks.com/a-body-blow-the-war-on-iran-and-u-s-military-readiness/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:36 +0000 Defense The war against Iran is putting new strains on U.S. military readiness by consuming munitions and missile defense interceptors, as well as through extended deployments, sustained operational demands, and the diversion of forces and attention from other theaters. Mark Cancian (Center for Strategic and International S... https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/us-navy-should-target-chinese-aircraft-carriers-report-says/ https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/us-navy-should-target-chinese-aircraft-carriers-report-says/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:35 +0000 Conflict A U.S. think tank devised a strategy to target Chinese aircraft carriers by using similar tactics that China has planned against American ships. https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/us-navy-should-target-chinese-aircraft-carriers-report-says/ https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/09/17/us-navy-should-target-chinese-aircraft-carriers-report-says/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:35 +0000 Defense A U.S. think tank devised a strategy to target Chinese aircraft carriers by using similar tactics that China has planned against American ships. https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3367909/new-cat-species-identified-bolivia-first-over-century?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3367909/new-cat-species-identified-bolivia-first-over-century?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:12:46 +0000 Defense A ⁠diminutive wild cat that inhabits Bolivia’s cloud forest has been identified as ⁠a previously unknown species, marking the first time a new living cat species has been formally named and described in more than a century. The cat, called Tilcayo by local communities, is part of a group called tiger cats found acro... https://www.defensenews.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/09/17/pentagon-lockheed-sign-framework-deal-to-boost-aim-260-production/ https://www.defensenews.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/09/17/pentagon-lockheed-sign-framework-deal-to-boost-aim-260-production/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:11:59 +0000 Defense The agreement was signed to expand production of the AIM-260 JATM, laying the groundwork for a future multiyear buy of the long-range air-to-air weapon. https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/brevo-supply-chain-attack-injected-clickfix-scripts-on-customer-sites/ https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/brevo-supply-chain-attack-injected-clickfix-scripts-on-customer-sites/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:11:34 +0000 Cyber Brevo confirmed that attackers stole a Cloudflare API key and used it to inject malicious ClickFix scripts into its websites and JavaScript files embedded on customer sites to distribute malware. [...] https://www.securityweek.com/cyberattacks-on-two-oil-tankers-prompt-coast-guard-fbi-to-board-vessels/ https://www.securityweek.com/cyberattacks-on-two-oil-tankers-prompt-coast-guard-fbi-to-board-vessels/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:09:40 +0000 Cyber The Coast Guard confirmed evidence of malicious cyber activity on the VL Prosperity, but has not attributed the attack to Iran. The post Cyberattacks on Two Oil Tankers Prompt Coast Guard, FBI to Board Vessels appeared first on SecurityWeek. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9j3d2rr6g24o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9j3d2rr6g24o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0000 World Sylvia Zin is among the family members of people imprisoned in China who are seeking Trump's help when he hosts the country's leader next week. https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/fighting-yemen-pushing-health-system-collapse-says-who-chief https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/fighting-yemen-pushing-health-system-collapse-says-who-chief Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:05:33 +0000 Conflict Fighting in Yemen pushing health system to ‘collapse’, says WHO chief Escalating tensions in Yemen are “pushing an already fragile health system closer to collapse”, director general of the World Health Organisation Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned on Thursday. “Nearly 20 ... https://euro-sd.com/2026/09/news/land/53836/babcock-ark-robotics/ https://euro-sd.com/2026/09/news/land/53836/babcock-ark-robotics/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:03:45 +0000 Military & Defense Combat-proven uncrewed ground vehicles to UK forces Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, and Ark Robotics have signed a … mehr... The post Babcock and Ark Robotics partner appeared first on European Security & Defence. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/un-fact-finding-mission-says-us-committed-possible-war-crimes-in-iran?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/un-fact-finding-mission-says-us-committed-possible-war-crimes-in-iran?traffic_source=rss Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:02:31 +0000 Conflict The mission also said Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during their crackdown on recent protests.