World & Security — Archive
Foreign policy, defense, trade, and international relations
Moon Is Moving Away From Earth at 3.8 Centimeters Per Year, Scientific Report Finds
Researchers attribute the gradual recession to tidal friction, with measurements confirmed through decades of lunar laser ranging experiments using Apollo-era retroreflectors.
Fetterman Says He Is 'Pretty Much Locked and Loaded' in Support of U.S. War with Iran
The Pennsylvania Democrat is the only Senate Democrat who voted against advancing a resolution to end military action against Tehran, bucking his party.
U.S. Prosecutors Drop Fraud Charges Against Billionaire Indian Businessman Gautam Adani
The dismissal follows DOJ decision not to devote further resources; SEC simultaneously settled a related civil lawsuit against the billionaire.
Cuba Warns U.S. Military Action Would Cause 'Bloodbath' After Drone Report
The warning comes after classified intelligence cited by Axios indicated Havana acquired more than 300 military drones and discussed plans to attack U.S. targets.
Israel Says It Will Sue New York Times Over Essay on Alleged Sexual Abuse of Palestinian Prisoners
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Sa'ar have instructed officials to pursue defamation litigation following publication of Nicholas Kristof's essay.
NY Times Opinion Column by Kristof Sparks Debate Over Verification Standards in Israel Coverage
The piece alleged Israeli officials trained dogs to rape Palestinian prisoners; the newspaper's news side has not confirmed or reported the claims.
Greene Predicts Political Revolution in America if US Troops Sent to Iran
The Georgia Republican, who previously questioned Trump's mental state over the Iran conflict, warns of an unstoppable coalition against foreign intervention.
Drone Strikes UAE Nuclear Plant as US and Iran Signal They Are Prepared to Resume War
The attack on the Emirates' only nuclear facility has raised alarm over potential broader conflict, with both Washington and Tehran indicating willingness to engage militarily.
Former Defense Secretary Gates Warns of Potential Cuban Migration Crisis to U.S.
Gates cited a potential repeat of the 1980 Mariel Boatlift as the biggest risk amid Cuba's fuel shortage and escalating diplomatic pressure from the Trump administration.
FBI Offers $200K Reward to Find Former Air Force Analyst Charged With Spying for Iran
Monica Witt, a former counterintelligence agent who defected to Tehran in 2013, remains at large after being indicted on espionage charges five years ago.