The Pentagon is planning to create a quick reaction force of National Guard troops to quickly deploy to American cities where protests or unrest are occurring.

The Israeli military recently announced plans to push deeper into Gaza City and remove its residents to the south, a move that has drawn international condemnation.

Taiwan recently extended its mandatory military service to a full year and increased its defense budget to purchase drones and anti-ship missiles.

Between diplomatic mediation and targeted investments, the US administration continues to strengthen its influence on Africa, setting its sights beyond critical minerals.

Since October 7, 2023 the Israeli military has relied heavily on cloud and AI services from Microsoft, while the tech giant’s staff is embedded with different units to support rollout.