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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near UK Base Used by US Forces●5 Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near U.K. Base Used by U.S. Forces✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five men on suspicion of planning a terrorist plot near a UK military base that is also used by American forces. The arrests were reported by Time Magazine and are drawing attention because of the site's connection to US personnel. Details about the suspects' identities, the target, or the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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    Zelenskyy appeals to Trump and EU after overnight Russian attacks▼Following enemy's overnight attacks, President Zelenskyy addresses Trump and European Union✉newsWorldEU Politics11 h ago

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has spoken out following a wave of overnight attacks attributed to Russian forces, addressing his remarks directly to US President Donald Trump and the European Union. He is pressing Western partners for a stronger response and continued support for Ukraine's air defences as strikes on Ukrainian territory continue.

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    Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a threat against United States warships operating in the Indian Ocean, according to a report by The Telegraph. The warning marks an escalation in rhetoric between Tehran and Washington at a time of already heightened tensions in the Middle East. Details about the specific nature of the threat and any US response were not immediately available.

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    Sudan's Burhan rejects US truce conditions▼Sudan’s Burhan rejects US truce conditions, says no visa needed✉newsWarSudan43 min ago

    Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has rejected conditions attached to a United States-backed truce proposal, while also dismissing suggestions that he needs a visa. The rejection signals continued obstacles to ceasefire efforts in Sudan's civil war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Observers say the dispute over terms could prolong negotiations and deepen the conflict.

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    Fed rate hike signals era of sticky inflation and faster growth▼Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation, faster growth✉newsBusinessBanking12 h ago

    The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates again, a move being read as an acknowledgment that inflation is proving stubborn and the US economy is growing faster than expected. Commentators say policymakers are adjusting to a new environment in which price pressures persist despite earlier tightening, forcing the central bank to keep rates higher for longer than markets had anticipated.

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    UK police arrest suspects over explosives offences near US air base●British police arrest several people on suspicion of explosive offenses near air base used by US forces✉newsWorld59 min ago

    British police have arrested several people on suspicion of explosive offences near an air base used by US forces. The arrests were made in the vicinity of the base, and police say the investigation is ongoing. No further details about the suspects or the alleged plot have been released so far.

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    Europe is preparing for intensified competition with Asia over liquefied natural gas supplies, according to a Financial Times report. As both regions vie for limited cargoes, buyers could be forced to bid up prices, with implications for Europe's energy security and household and industrial costs. The competition centres on securing winter supply and attracting flexible US and Qatari cargoes away from Asian buyers.

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    Iran's Army Says It Is Ready for Renewed US Attack●Iran's Army Voices Readiness for Potential Renewed US Attack✉newsWorld59 min ago

    Iran's army says its forces are prepared to respond if the United States renews military strikes against the country. The statement signals that Tehran is keeping up a defensive posture amid ongoing tensions. It comes as regional and international observers watch closely for any further escalation between the two governments, with officials in Iran stressing readiness while no new attack has been announced.

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    Hegseth says War Powers deadline void amid Iran ceasefire▼Hegseth says War Powers deadline doesn't apply because of ceasefire with Iran✉newsWar46 min ago

    Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the War Powers resolution deadline does not apply to the deployment against Iran, arguing the ceasefire between Israel and Iran has ended the hostilities that triggered it. Lawmakers had sought to force a vote on limiting US military action, and his interpretation is likely to sharpen the dispute over congressional authority over war powers.

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    North Korea Tests Swarm Attacks Mixing Drones and Missiles▼North Korea Is Testing Swarm Attacks Mixing Drones and Missiles https://www.wsj.com/world/north-korea-is-testing-swarm-aMmastodonWorldDefense49 h ago

    North Korea is conducting tests of swarm attack tactics that combine drones with missile launches, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The development suggests Pyongyang is working to integrate cheap, massed drone assaults with conventional missile strikes, a combination that could complicate defenses in South Korea, Japan and for US forces in the region.

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    US says blocking Sudan's Burhan from UN part of peace push▼Blocking Al Burhan from UNGA part of growing US efforts to stop Sudan war, says Massad Boulos✉newsWarSudan4 h ago

    Massad Boulos, a senior US adviser, said Washington's move to block Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan from attending the UN General Assembly is part of expanding American efforts to end Sudan's war. The decision signals mounting US pressure on Sudan's warring parties as the conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces continues to devastate the country.

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    Air Force secretary confirms US has weapons in space▼Air Force secretary acknowledges the US has weapons in space✉newsScienceSpace Policy1 h ago

    The US Air Force secretary has publicly acknowledged that the United States maintains weapons in space, a rare official confirmation of a capability long rumored. The statement is drawing attention given years of ambiguity around American space-based military systems and ongoing debates about space militarization and arms control.

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    SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California▼SpaceX launches classified mystery mission for US Space Force from California (video, photos)✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    SpaceX carried out a classified mission for the US Space Force, lifting off from California. The payload and mission details were not disclosed, consistent with national security launches, and footage and photographs of the liftoff were released. It is the latest in a series of military space missions flown by the company for the Pentagon.

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    Boulos says arms embargo could stop Sudan violence●Boulos says arms embargo could stop violence in Sudan✉newsWarSudan6 h ago

    Massad Boulos, a US adviser on Africa, said an arms embargo could halt the violence gripping Sudan, according to The National. His comments point to international pressure to cut weapon supplies fueling the war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.

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    Trump says arrested terror suspects aimed to do 'big damage' near RAF base●Trump says terror plot suspects ‘looking to do big damage’ after arrests near RAF base used by US✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    Police have arrested terror plot suspects near an RAF base used by US forces, and Donald Trump says they were 'looking to do big damage'. The arrests have drawn attention to security around UK bases hosting American personnel. Trump's remarks came as details of the alleged plot and the suspects' intentions were still emerging.

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    Iran seizes advanced US military underwater vehicle▼Iran seizes 'advanced US military underwater vehicle'✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    Iran says it has seized an advanced United States military underwater vehicle, according to reporting carried by US news outlets. The incident adds to a series of confrontations between Iranian forces and the US military in the region, and details about the circumstances of the seizure and whether Washington will respond remain limited.

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    Powerful nor'easter storm batters US East Coast▼Powerful 'nor'easter' storm batters US, hundreds of flights canceled✉newsEnvironmentWeather11 min ago

    A powerful nor'easter storm is battering the United States, bringing severe weather conditions and forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights. Air travel has been significantly disrupted as the storm moves through, with airlines canceling flights and passengers facing delays. Authorities are warning residents to take precautions as conditions continue to deteriorate.

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    UK police declare major incident at US-used air base●UK police declare major incident at air base used by US Several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences, UMmastodonWar642 min ago

    British police have declared a major incident at an air base in south-west England that has been used by the US Air Force, arresting several men on suspicion of explosives offences. The security scare has drawn widespread attention, with many asking what was planned, how close the base was to danger, and what it means for US operations in the UK amid heightened tensions linked to the Iranian conflict.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near RAF Fairford●Five arrested for alleged terrorism offences after ‘major incident’ near RAF FairfordMmastodonWarTerrorism344 min ago

    Five men have been arrested on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offences following what police described as a major incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. Homes in the area were evacuated as a precaution. The airbase has previously been used by US forces, including in strikes against Iran, drawing attention to security concerns around the site.

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    Trump says US and Cuba will 'make a deal'▼Trump says US, Cuba will ‘make a deal,’ does not expect military action✉newsWorldDefense7 h ago

    Donald Trump said the United States and Cuba will 'make a deal' and that he does not expect military action against the island. His remarks signal a preference for negotiation over force in Washington's approach to Havana, and come amid heightened attention to US-Cuba relations. Commentators are weighing what concessions or terms such an agreement could involve.

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    Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford on Terror Charges●Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford on Terror and Explosives Charges𝕏xSEWarTerrorism93K2 h ago

    Five men have been arrested near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offences. Counter-terrorism police detained the men in the area surrounding the airbase, a site used by US forces. People are discussing the arrests given the sensitive military location and questions about what the men were allegedly planning and whether the base was a target.

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    IRGC Navy Seizes Second US Underwater Drone▼IRGC Navy Seizes Second US Military Underwater Drone✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    Iran's IRGC Navy has seized a second US military underwater drone, according to the Iranian news agency Tasnim. The reported capture is the latest in a series of maritime incidents between Iranian forces and the US military in the Persian Gulf, where tensions over naval operations and surveillance equipment have repeatedly flared in recent years.

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    Trump praises US-UK cooperation after RAF Fairford bomb plot●BREAKING: Donald Trump responds to the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford "Working with Britain, it was an amazing job.𝕏xGBWarTerrorism3.5K1 h ago

    Donald Trump has responded to the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, saying US and British authorities worked together to catch those responsible. 'Working with Britain, it was an amazing job,' Trump said, adding that the suspects were under investigation and had been planning major damage to the base. He credited the joint effort: 'working with the British worked out great and we got them.'

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    US and China compete to win global support on AI●The US wants the world to pick a side on AI. But for many countries, China’s pitch may be more compelling✉newsTechnologyAI23 h ago

    Washington is pressing governments worldwide to align with the United States on artificial intelligence rules and technology, framing it as a choice between democratic and authoritarian models of AI development. But analysts note that China's pitch — offering affordable AI tools, infrastructure and investment without political conditions — may be more attractive to developing countries that want the benefits of AI without being forced into a superpower rivalry.

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    Arrests near UK air base used by US probed by counterterror police▼Explosive-Related Arrests Near Air Base Used by US Being probed by UK Counterterror Police✉newsWorld49 min ago

    UK counterterrorism police are investigating arrests linked to explosives near an air base used by US forces. The probe has drawn attention because of the site's American military connection, raising questions about security around US installations in Britain. Authorities have not detailed the suspects' alleged plans or motives.

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    Men arrested over explosives offences near UK air base used by US forces●Several men arrested over explosives offences and locals evacuated near UK air base used by US forces𝕏xGBWarTerrorism1365 h ago

    Several men have been arrested on explosives offences and local residents evacuated near a UK air base used by US forces, according to CNN. The arrests prompted a police operation in the surrounding area, with homes cleared as a precaution. Details about the suspects' identities, alleged plans or the specific base involved have not yet been made public.

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    SpaceX launches classified Space Force mission from California▼SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California, lands booster at sea✉newsScienceSpace19 min ago

    SpaceX launched a classified US Space Force mission from California and successfully landed the Falcon 9 booster at sea. The launch was carried by multiple local news outlets, though details of the payload's purpose remain undisclosed due to its classified nature. The booster recovery continues SpaceX's routine of reusing rockets for national security missions.

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    Powerful storm batters US Northeast, cancels flights and cuts power▼Powerful storm batters US Northeast, canceling flights and knocking out power✉newsEnvironmentWeather8 h ago

    A powerful storm has struck the US Northeast, forcing airlines to cancel flights and leaving large numbers of customers without electricity. The weather system is causing travel disruption across the region as cleanup and power restoration efforts get underway, with residents warned to expect continued hazardous conditions.

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    Trump says Cuba and US will make a deal▼Trump says ‘Cuba and us will make a deal,' doesn't think military will be needed✉newsWorldDefense4 h ago

    President Donald Trump said the United States and Cuba will reach a deal, adding that he does not believe military force will be needed. The remarks signal a possible shift in US policy toward Havana, and they are drawing attention given decades of strained relations between the two countries and the sensitivity of any American military option in the Caribbean region.

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    Trump pivots from CHIPS Act funds to tariff pressure●Trump targets unallocated CHIPS Act funds,pivoting to tariffs. TSMC kept its $6.6B grant,but tariff threats raised its UMmastodonTechnologySemiconductors11 h ago

    Donald Trump is moving to repurpose unallocated CHIPS Act funds, favoring tariffs over direct subsidies to push chipmaking back to the US. TSMC retained its $6.6 billion grant, but tariff threats pushed its American investment pledge from $65 billion to over $165 billion. Analysts note the approach shifts reshoring costs onto private capital and that tariffs build manufacturing capacity far more slowly than direct subsidies would.

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    Police declare major incident at UK's Fairford air base●Reuters: Police declare major incident at U.K.'s Fairford air base, used by U.S. air forces https://www. reuters.com/worMmastodonWorldDefense27 h ago

    Police have declared a major incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England, a base used by United States air forces. The declaration, reported by Reuters, comes alongside increased security at the site. The base regularly hosts US strategic bombers, and a major incident designation allows emergency services and authorities to coordinate a large-scale response. Details on the specific threat or cause behind the move were not immediately provided.

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    Soaring bond yields failing to cool hot US economy, investors say▼Soaring bond yields ‘not even close’ to cooling red-hot US economy, investors say✉newsBusinessEconomy22 h ago

    Investors say rising US bond yields are having little effect on an economy they describe as red-hot, warning that borrowing costs are 'not even close' to slowing growth. The comments reflect growing concern in financial markets that elevated yields may persist, with implications for stocks, Federal Reserve policy and the outlook for interest rates.

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    Police Evacuate Homes Near US Air Base in England●Police Evacuate Homes Near US Air Base in England and Detain Men on Suspected Explosives Offensives✉newsWorld7 h ago

    British police evacuated homes near a US Air Force base in England and detained several men on suspicion of explosives offences. The operation prompted a security response around the base, with residents moved out as a precaution while officers searched the area. The incident is drawing attention given the US military presence and ongoing security concerns in Europe.

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    Two US service members missing in Morocco during military exercise●2 US service members missing in Morocco during multinational military exercise✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    Two US service members have gone missing in Morocco while taking part in a multinational military exercise, ABC News reports. The two were participating in joint training alongside allied forces when they were reported missing, and efforts to locate them are underway. The incident has drawn attention as the exercise involves multiple partner nations operating in the region.

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    Debate grows over South Korea's role in a Taiwan conflict●Although Seoul has traditionally kept its distance from possible involvement in a Taiwan conflict scenario, some say disMmastodonWorldDefense349 min ago

    South Korea has traditionally avoided any suggestion it could be drawn into a conflict over Taiwan, keeping its security planning focused on the Korean Peninsula. But analysts now argue that discretion is becoming harder to maintain, as regional tensions and alliance pressures push Seoul closer to the Taiwan question. Commentators are weighing how long Seoul can stay on the sidelines if a cross-strait crisis were to break out.

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    UK evacuates area near US air base used in Iran strikes●В Британии эвакуировали район возле авиабазы США, задействованной в ударах по Ирану Полиция задержала нескольких мужчинMmastodonWarUkraine04 h ago

    British police evacuated a residential area near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a US Air Force base involved in strikes against Iran, and detained several men on suspicion of explosive law violations. Army bomb disposal teams are inspecting several vehicles near the base as the security operation continues.

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    Trump says US and Cuba will 'make a deal', no military action needed●Trump says US, Cuba will ‘make a deal,’ military action not needed✉newsWorldDefense13 h ago

    President Donald Trump said the United States and Cuba will reach a deal, adding that military action against Cuba is not needed. The remarks signal a preference for negotiations over force in Washington's approach to Havana, and are drawing attention amid heightened tensions between the two countries.

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    UK terror police investigate plot to bomb US airbase●Terror police probe plot to bomb UK base used by US forces to strike Iran✉newsBusinessLabor3 h ago

    British counter-terrorism police are investigating an alleged plot to bomb a UK military base used by US forces to launch strikes on Iran. The base is reportedly among the American installations used during recent operations against Iranian targets. Details about suspects or arrests have not been confirmed, and the investigation is ongoing.

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    US Air Force receives first robot wingman drones for autonomy trials●US Air Force receives first ‘robot wingmen’ drones to begin autonomous warfare trials✉newsTechnologyRobotics22 min ago

    The US Air Force has taken delivery of its first 'robot wingman' drones, aircraft designed to fly alongside crewed fighters and be controlled autonomously. The delivery marks the start of trials into autonomous warfare, testing how unmanned jets can scout, jam or fight in tandem with human pilots.

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    Terror suspects arrested over alleged van bombing plot at UK base●Terror suspects stripped down after ‘planning van bombings’ at UK base used by US Air Force✉newsWarTerrorism2 h ago

    Terrorism suspects have reportedly been stripped down and detained after allegedly planning van bombings at a British airbase used by the US Air Force. The arrests point to a foiled plot against a site with significant American military presence, and the case is drawing attention to security around US-linked installations in the UK. Details about the suspects and their motives have not yet been released.