World & Security — Archive
Foreign policy, defense, trade, and international relations
North Korea Unveils New Facility to Produce Fuel for Nuclear Weapons
Leader Kim Jong Un announced plans to expand nuclear forces at an exponential rate, showcasing what experts assess as a uranium enrichment facility.
Israel and Lebanon Agree to Renew Fragile Ceasefire, Create Security Zones
The agreement calls for Lebanese army control of areas south of the Litani River from which Hezbollah militants must evacuate.
Poland and Lithuania Explore Playing Bigger Role in NATO Nuclear Deterrence
Discussions are in early stages as European allies seek reassurance following U.S. signals about reducing conventional defense involvement on the continent.
Pentagon Removes 180 Faiths from Military's Recognized Religions List
The reduction from over 200 faith codes to 31 is intended to streamline chaplain support, though advocacy groups warn minority faiths may face barriers to religious accommodation.
Iranian Strikes Set Kuwait's Largest Airport Ablaze Amid Fragile Ceasefire With the U.S.
One person was killed and dozens injured as Iran expanded its attacks to include Bahrain and the headquarters of the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet, while the House approved a war powers resolution rebuking President Trump's handling of the conflict.
Jewish Columbia Professors File Federal Claim, Say They Faced Antisemitism for Backing Gaza Protests
The EEOC complaint alleges the university punished faculty members who expressed views that conflicted with its pro-Israel stance, including some who say they were called epithets and threatened.
Research Links USAID Shutdown to Violence Increase Across Africa
Study of 870 subnational regions finds areas with highest US aid exposure saw up to 12.3% rise in conflict events after agency dismantling.
Secretary of State Defends U.S. Military Boat Strikes as Death Toll Reaches 205
Rubio told a Senate hearing June 2 that legal officers review each strike, but experts question whether the attacks comply with international law.
Arctic Security Is a Vital Interest for Every NATO Nation
NATO allies are expanding cold-weather capabilities as Russia modernizes its northern fleet and China pursues 'polar power' status by decade's end.
Gregg Hull Wins New Mexico GOP Gubernatorial Primary, Setting Up Bid to flip Governor's Office
The former Rio Rancho mayor will face former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland in November as Republicans seek to reclaim the governor's mansion for the first time since 2019.