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US costs of Iran war rise to over $47bn, according to Pentagon estimate

WASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - The US military has spent over $47bn so far to prosecute the war in Iran, more than 25% higher than the defence department's esti…

Sudan: Drone Strikes 'Kill 100+' in South Darfur Market As Sudan Power Stations Targeted

[Dabanga] More than 100 civilians were reportedly killed in a drone strike on Tangong Market in Nyala, South Darfur, on Tuesday, as attacks also hit electricity…

Former USFK commanders raise concerns over command structure after OPCON transfer

WASHINGTON — Two former U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) commanders on Tuesday raised concerns that Korea's envisioned wartime operational control (OPCON) transfer coul…

State arms agency completes development of homegrown Marine attack helicopter

Korea has completed the development of a homegrown Marine Attack Helicopter (MAH) fitted with a range of weapons systems, including air-to-ground missiles, for …

Netanyahu and rival each claim mandate after tight Israel election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Gadi Eisenkot each vowed on Wednesday to form a government after both came up short in the first election si…

Indonesia beefs up security presence to prepare for student protests

A heavy police and military presence, as well as armoured vehicles, could be seen in busy parts of central Jakarta on Wednesday (Oct 28) morning.

In Bid to Boost Food Security, Curb Insecurity in Farming Areas, MOFI Partners DAPCO, Military-linked Institutions

Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), the investment arm of the federal government, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) …

A Non-Nuclear NATO–Russia War Would Still Be Disastrous

Americans have little direct experience with conflict on U.S. soil. The post A Non-Nuclear NATO–Russia War Would Still Be Disastrous appeared first on The Ameri…

Putin and Pezeshkian Honor Khamenei, Killed in US-Israeli Strikes, and Challenge US Influence

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Vladimir Putin that Middle Eastern countries could resolve regional conflicts without US involvement, calling for stron…

The port-call situation is wearing out Navy warships

Diego Garcia is the only safe place for ships fighting Iran, but the remote atoll can’t provide the maintenance they need.

Rights groups oppose UAE’s Lana Nusseibeh for UN chief over Sudan claims

Human rights groups on Tuesday urged countries to reject UAE diplomat Lana Nusseibeh’s bid to become UN secretary general citing allegations that Abu Dhabi fund…

US Cost Of Iran War Rises Over $47 Billion, 25% More Than Estimated

More than $6 billion would be needed to replace military equipment and so-called "platform losses," which include the loss of aircraft including many drones.

US costs of Iran war rise to over $47B – Pentagon data

The Pentagon's latest estimate is tied to the operational costs of carrying out the war, with a projected cost of more than $29 billion to replace expended muni…

Gadi Eisenkot: The former general challenging Netanyahu

The tight Israeli contest has put the spotlight on the 66-year-old’s journey from the military’s top ranks to the forefront of Israeli politics

Construction of permanent US military base in Poland to be discussed

Trump “The 21st Century Neville Chamberlain,” Ex-Pentagon Leader Says

With pressure on Ukraine to cede territory to Russian invaders, Trump is following the UK leader excoriated for pushing a peace deal that actually gave rise to …

Israeli exit polls suggest no clear winner in pivotal general election

Two polls project that veteran PM Benjamin Netanyahu and former military chief Gadi Eisenkot are tied, with neither winning a majority.

Oil price today: Brent crude holds firm at $115 per barrel, WTI trades at $100

After the Houthis announced a missile strike, Brent crude prices jumped to $115 a barrel, intensifying fears of oil supply disruptions from the conflict-laden M…

Life after the military: Nearly 800 veterans find new careers beyond the uniform through Kerjaya Kedua Perwira initiative, says Khaled

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — A total of 1,409 prospective retirees and veterans of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) have...

One killed, five injured by Afghan firing near Angoor Adda

LOWER SOUTH WA­­Z­IRISTAN: In yet another violation of border protocols, Afghan security forces opened unprovoked fire on Pakistan Army border posts and residen…

US costs of Iran war rise to over $47 billion, according to Pentagon estimate

By Phil StewartWASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - The US military has spent over $47 billion so far to prosecute the war in Iran, more than 25% higher than the Defe…

Netanyahu and Eisenkot blocs deadlocked and shy of a majority

TEL AVIV, Israel — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition is running nearly even with Gadi Eisenkot's opposition bloc in Tuesday's historic ele…

In tight Israel vote, both camps hold out cautious hope

As the first exit polls arrived in Israel's election late Tuesday, opposition supporters breathed a sigh of relief. But as a long night set in, nervousness grew…

Manila speaks with 2 voices on China

Manila sent two strikingly different messages to Beijing on October 13. At the Malacanang Palace, a presidential spokeswoman reaffirmed Manila’s commitment to s…

Fort Bragg: ‘Active shooter reported on base’ message allegedly shared with personnel; group for spouses sees concerned posts

A message was allegedly sent out about an active shooter at the Fort Bragg military base in North Carolina on October 27.

U.S. Defends Military Campaign Against Cartels as Leaders Gather in Caribbean

A regional coalition convened as part of a U.S. military effort to disrupt and combat drug traffickers that officials have compared to the campaign against the …

Iran War Cost Rises to $47.1 Billion, Pentagon Told Lawmakers

The estimate through Oct. 16 shows that bombs, missiles and other munitions accounted for more than 60 percent of expenses.

Zelensky Urges US to End Month-Long Patriot Missile Delay as Russian Strikes Kill Civilians

President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Washington to authorize Patriot and NASAMS missile deliveries delayed for nearly a month, warning that interceptor shortages …

Israel opposition takes edge over Netanyahu in election but no majority

Bloc led by centre-right ex-military chief Gadi Eisenkot had 53 seats against 50 for Netanyahu's Likud, allies

Saudi’s biggest oil refinery hit with missile, say Yemen’s Houthis

Intensifying hostilities between Yemen and Saudi Arabia further disrupt oil supplies and heighten the risk of a wider regional conflict, eight months since the …