Donald Trump expressed caution over closer ties between China and Russia, outlining plans to improve ties with two countries that have united in opposing the US on the world stage.
“As a student of history, which I am — and I’ve watched it all — the first thing you learn is you don’t want Russia and China to get together,” the US leader told Fox News, in comments that came shortly after he wrapped talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin that fell short of securing a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine.
Trump’s embrace of Russia has been seen by some analysts as an attempt to split Moscow from Beijing, in a so-called “reverse Nixon” — a reference to America’s efforts in the Cold War era to divide the two powers.
Source: Bloomberg
“As a student of history, which I am — and I’ve watched it all — the first thing you learn is you don’t want Russia and China to get together,” the US leader told Fox News, in comments that came shortly after he wrapped talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin that fell short of securing a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine.
Trump’s embrace of Russia has been seen by some analysts as an attempt to split Moscow from Beijing, in a so-called “reverse Nixon” — a reference to America’s efforts in the Cold War era to divide the two powers.
Source: Bloomberg
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French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to modernize the Luxeuil air base for nuclear deterrence, requiring a €1.5 billion investment. By 2035, the base will host two squadrons of F5 Rafale jets and ASN4G hypersonic nuclear missiles, doubling staff to 2,000. This move, less than 200 km from Germany’s border, signals strategic intent amid concerns over U.S. commitment to Europe. The base previously housed nuclear weapons until Rafale jets were relocated in 2011.
Source: Politico
Source: Politico
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Donald Trump's efforts to broker peace are faltering. His call with Putin failed to secure a full ceasefire in Ukraine, with Russia only agreeing to limit attacks on energy targets. Meanwhile, a Gaza ceasefire collapsed, and Trump's foreign policy missteps are raising concerns about U.S. influence and leverage. Critics say his impatience and lack of strategy are emboldening adversaries.
Source: FT
Source: FT
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U.S. May Surrender NATO’s Supreme Command
Trump administration is considering ending exclusive U.S. control over NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), a position held by American generals since 1951.
This move is part of a broader Pentagon restructuring, including a potential merger of U.S. European Command (EUCOM) and U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM).
The plan aims to save $270 million in the first year—just 0.03% of the $850 billion defense budget.
Source: NBC
Trump administration is considering ending exclusive U.S. control over NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), a position held by American generals since 1951.
This move is part of a broader Pentagon restructuring, including a potential merger of U.S. European Command (EUCOM) and U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM).
The plan aims to save $270 million in the first year—just 0.03% of the $850 billion defense budget.
Source: NBC
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BIG: Poland to deploy anti-personnel mines on border with Russia and Belarus.
Polish MoD:
We have no choice. The situation at the border is serious.
Polish MoD:
We have no choice. The situation at the border is serious.
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Trump administration halts coordinated US efforts to combat Russian sabotage, disinformation, and cyberattacks, easing pressure on Moscow.
Regular NSC meetings with European allies on Russian hybrid warfare are no longer held.
FBI, DOJ, and DHS have ended key programs tracking Russian influence operations.
Source: Reuters
Regular NSC meetings with European allies on Russian hybrid warfare are no longer held.
FBI, DOJ, and DHS have ended key programs tracking Russian influence operations.
Source: Reuters
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Google Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Wiz in $32 Billion Deal
Wiz’s founders, alumni of Israel’s cyber intelligence Unit 8200 & Unit 81, leveraged their military cyber expertise to dominate cloud security market.
Wiz quickly became a leader in cloud security, achieving $500 million in annualized recurring revenue and aiming to double it by 2025.
This is Google's largest acquisition.
The deal cements Alphabet’s push into AI & cybersecurity, competing with Amazon & Microsoft.
Wiz’s founders, alumni of Israel’s cyber intelligence Unit 8200 & Unit 81, leveraged their military cyber expertise to dominate cloud security market.
Wiz quickly became a leader in cloud security, achieving $500 million in annualized recurring revenue and aiming to double it by 2025.
This is Google's largest acquisition.
The deal cements Alphabet’s push into AI & cybersecurity, competing with Amazon & Microsoft.
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Fighting between the White Army and government forces in South Sudan has displaced at least 50,000 people. In recent days, the government has carried out numerous air strikes on White Army strongholds in Upper Nile. Local reports said that there are civilian casualties because of government strikes.
Meanwhile, Sudanese RSF was involved in South Sudan clashes. RSF attacked the South Sudan armed opposition, aka White Army, at the north-western border, local reports say.
Meanwhile, Sudanese RSF was involved in South Sudan clashes. RSF attacked the South Sudan armed opposition, aka White Army, at the north-western border, local reports say.
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China’s naval expansion is outpacing the U.S., with 400 ships to America’s 295. While U.S. vessels are more advanced, China’s massive shipbuilding capacity gives it a strategic edge in a prolonged war.
Experts warn the U.S. must act now to close this "ship gap" by ramping up production and preparing for long-term naval competition.
In a long war, the U.S. would struggle to replace losses quickly, while China could rapidly replenish its fleet, posing a serious strategic disadvantage.
To counter China’s advantage, the U.S. could expand shipbuilding capacity, stockpile critical materials, and integrate allied shipyards in Japan and South Korea.
Source: Foreign Affairs
Experts warn the U.S. must act now to close this "ship gap" by ramping up production and preparing for long-term naval competition.
In a long war, the U.S. would struggle to replace losses quickly, while China could rapidly replenish its fleet, posing a serious strategic disadvantage.
To counter China’s advantage, the U.S. could expand shipbuilding capacity, stockpile critical materials, and integrate allied shipyards in Japan and South Korea.
Source: Foreign Affairs
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Trump on Russia-China "marriage":
As a student of history, which I am — and I've watched it all — the first thing you learn is you don't want Russia and China to get together.
Obama forced them to a marriage, which would never have taken place. It was always a natural enemy situation.
They’re probably friendly now, but we’re gonna be friendly with both.
As a student of history, which I am — and I've watched it all — the first thing you learn is you don't want Russia and China to get together.
Obama forced them to a marriage, which would never have taken place. It was always a natural enemy situation.
They’re probably friendly now, but we’re gonna be friendly with both.
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German Defence Minisiter Pistorius:
Russia’s pledge to halt attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid counts for "nothing". Trump would have to win greater concessions from Vladimir Putin.
Attacks on civilian infrastructure continued despite the so-called pivotal phone call.
Putin is playing a game, and I doubt the American president will watch for much longer.
Russia’s pledge to halt attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid counts for "nothing". Trump would have to win greater concessions from Vladimir Putin.
Attacks on civilian infrastructure continued despite the so-called pivotal phone call.
Putin is playing a game, and I doubt the American president will watch for much longer.
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Mission Data Files: The Invisible Kill Switch of the F-35
The Pentagon insists that the F-35 does not have a remote “kill switch”, but it doesn’t need one.
While there is no direct mechanism to disable an allied jet remotely, the Mission Data File (MDF) system effectively serves as a functional equivalent.
These files are essential for the aircraft’s stealth optimization, target identification, and overall combat effectiveness.
Without timely updates from the United States, an allied nation’s F-35 could become significantly less capable in modern warfare.
The Pentagon insists that the F-35 does not have a remote “kill switch”, but it doesn’t need one.
While there is no direct mechanism to disable an allied jet remotely, the Mission Data File (MDF) system effectively serves as a functional equivalent.
These files are essential for the aircraft’s stealth optimization, target identification, and overall combat effectiveness.
Without timely updates from the United States, an allied nation’s F-35 could become significantly less capable in modern warfare.
MDFs are the F-35’s electronic battle manual, loaded with real-time intelligence and threat recognition data.
These files:
✔️ Optimize stealth flight paths (the “blue-line” track) to avoid enemy radar detection.
✔️ Enable sensor fusion, allowing the jet to identify and classify enemy aircraft and missile threats.
✔️ Provide electronic warfare data, essential for jamming and countermeasures.
Each allied nation depends on U.S.-controlled MDF updates to keep their jets operationally relevant. Without these updates, an F-35’s ability to detect new threats diminishes over time, making it more vulnerable.
The U.S. doesn’t need a physical shutdown mechanism—simply delaying or withholding MDF updates would significantly impact a foreign operator’s ability to deploy the F-35 effectively.
Since MDFs are updated by U.S. facilities, Washington retains control over how and when allied nations receive critical updates.
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EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas:
Russia can’t be trusted.
It's clear that Russia does not really want to make any kind of concessions.
What Russia wants is for Ukraine to let its guard down
Russia can’t be trusted.
It's clear that Russia does not really want to make any kind of concessions.
What Russia wants is for Ukraine to let its guard down
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EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas on Gaza:
I talked to Israeli Foreign Minister Saar.
What is happening, why are you doing this...
This is unacceptable.
I talked to Israeli Foreign Minister Saar.
What is happening, why are you doing this...
This is unacceptable.
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China’s Ministry of State Security confirmed the espionage case of Liu, an engineer sentenced to death for leaking state secrets, reportedly including classified data on the FC-31 stealth jet, to foreign intelligence agencies.
Over six months, Liu secretly traveled to multiple countries, compromising critical defense information.
The case, long speculated on Chinese social media, has now been officially acknowledged.
Source: CCTV
Over six months, Liu secretly traveled to multiple countries, compromising critical defense information.
The case, long speculated on Chinese social media, has now been officially acknowledged.
Source: CCTV
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Germany plans to release an additional €3 billion ($3.3 billion) in military aid for Ukraine.
Outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz had previously blocked the aid.
Source: Reuters
Outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz had previously blocked the aid.
Source: Reuters
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Taiwan Begins Rapid Response Drills
Taiwan launched a five-day rapid response exercise to enhance military readiness in case China’s drills escalate into an attack.
Defense Minister Wellington Koo warned that the PLA could swiftly transition from exercises to an assault, stressing the need for constant vigilance.
The drills come as China deployed 59 warplanes and warships near Taiwan, calling it “punishment” for President Lai Ching-te’s pro-independence stance.
Source: Reuters
Taiwan launched a five-day rapid response exercise to enhance military readiness in case China’s drills escalate into an attack.
Defense Minister Wellington Koo warned that the PLA could swiftly transition from exercises to an assault, stressing the need for constant vigilance.
The drills come as China deployed 59 warplanes and warships near Taiwan, calling it “punishment” for President Lai Ching-te’s pro-independence stance.
Source: Reuters
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Trump on why he is tougher with Canada than with America's biggest adversaries:
Only because it's meant to be our 51st state.
One of the nastiest countries to deal with is Canada.
Trudeau's people were nasty.
Only because it's meant to be our 51st state.
One of the nastiest countries to deal with is Canada.
Trudeau's people were nasty.
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