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U.S. Approves $2 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan, Provoking Outrage from Beijing
The U.S. has authorized a significant arms sale to Taiwan, worth nearly $2 billion, including advanced missile systems. This decision has drawn sharp criticism from Beijing, which perceives the move as a threat to its sovereignty and has vowed to implement countermeasures. The escalating military dynamics in the Taiwan Strait raise concerns about regional stability, as the U.S. continues to…
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US to Ban Smart Cars Using Chinese and Russian Tech Over Security Concerns
Washington, DC: The US Commerce Department is set to propose a ban on smart vehicles using specific Chinese or Russian technologies due to national security risks, according to US officials. A government investigation initiated in February revealed threats posed by Chinese and Russian embedded software and hardware in vehicles, including potential remote hacking and data collection on drivers. Secretary of…
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Biden Calls for Increased Secret Service Support Following Second Assassination Attempt on Trump
Washington,DC: U.S. President Joe Biden emphasized the need for increased personnel within the Secret Service following a second apparent assassination attempt on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. During a press conference at the White House on Monday, Biden stated, “It’s clear that the Secret Service requires more support, and Congress should address these needs. We might need additional personnel.” He…
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Kamala Harris Gains Support from Top Retired U.S. Military Officials
In a significant show of support, ten retired senior U.S. military officials publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, asserting she is the only candidate qualified to be the nation’s commander in chief. The endorsement letter, released on Monday, labels former President Donald Trump a “danger” to both national security and democracy. Signatories of the letter include Retired General Larry Ellis…
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Nationwide Strike Grips Israel Following Killing of Hostages by Hamas
Israel‘s main international airport, Ben Gurion, briefly suspended flights on Monday as part of a nationwide strike in response to public outrage over the killing of six hostages by Hamas. The strike, organized by the Histadrut labor union, highlights growing frustration with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of hostage negotiations and the ongoing conflict. The strike began Monday morning and…
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Senate Intelligence Chair Voices Concerns Over Biden Campaign’s TikTok Involvement
Washington, DC, (USA): The chair of the US Senate Intelligence Committee, a senior Democrat, expressed concerns about President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign decision to join TikTok. The campaign launched its TikTok account during the Super Bowl to connect with young voters. This move is noteworthy as TikTok, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, is under US review due to potential national…
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