Tag: Defense Policy
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Should the Canadian Coast Guard Be Armed? The Navy Says No
Context: Why the debate matters Canada’s coastlines stretch across two oceans and the Arctic, with the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) tasked with search and rescue, maritime safety, environmental protection, and navigation support. In recent discussions about arming coast guard ships, critics and supporters have weighed the risks and benefits of turning civilian vessels into armed…
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Trump-Era Rethink: U.S. Defense Strategy Pressures Allies to Own Security
Overview of the New National Defense Strategy The Pentagon released a priority-shifting National Defense Strategy (NDS) on Friday, signaling a major recalibration of American defense policy. The document emphasizes that U.S. allies must take greater responsibility for their own security, even as Washington reiterates its commitment to collective defense and regional influence. The shift reflects…
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UK Leaders and Prince Harry Condemn Trump’s NATO Front-Line Remarks After Afghan Casualty Claims
UK Leaders and Prince Harry Condemn Trump’s NATO Front-Line Remarks In a sharp political moment, Keir Starmer, the UK opposition leader, and Prince Harry joined veterans and European leaders in condemning U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks that suggested NATO troops had stayed “a little off the front lines” in Afghanistan. The comments, made amid a…
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Canada Invasion Scenario: Canadian Response to a Hypothetical US Attack
Understanding a hypothetical scenario Military planners and government officials often model extreme scenarios to test readiness, but a hypothetical invasion of Canada by the United States is a purely academic exercise. Such studies focus on national resilience, alliance commitments, international law, and the mechanisms that would mobilize a country in a time of crisis. They…
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UK Should Expel US Forces From Bases, Green Party Leader Says
Introduction: A controversial rethink of UK-US defense ties The leader of the Green Party has sparked a new and controversial debate over the United Kingdom’s defense arrangement with the United States. In remarks reported by several outlets, the party figure argued that the UK should consider expelling US forces from British bases and reducing spending…
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The Defense Department’s Case Against Mark Kelly Is Worse Than It Sounds
Overview: A Controversial Case Against a High-Profile Senator The Defense Department’s decision to pursue a case against Senator Mark Kelly has prompted a mix of surprise, skepticism, and criticism from analysts across the political spectrum. At first glance, the allegations appear serious, but a closer look reveals a series of strategic missteps, thin evidence, and…
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Australia Should Reconsider Alliance with the ‘Fiercely Unpredictable’ US, Say Former Foreign Ministers
Rethinking the pillar of allied relations Two former Labor foreign ministers have called for Australia to urgently reconsider its alliance with the United States, arguing that Washington’s recent actions signal a far more volatile and unpredictable partner than Canberra has previously faced. As global flashpoints move in unpredictable directions—from Venezuela to Greenland—these former ministers say…
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Australia Should Reconsider Alliance with the ‘Fiercely Unpredictable’ US, Former Foreign Ministers Say
Background: Unease within the Labor ranks A growing chorus within Australia’s Labor Party is echoing concerns about the country’s long-standing alliance with the United States. Two former Labor foreign ministers—voices once central to shaping Australia’s global strategy—have argued that the Albanese government should urgently reconsider the depth and nature of the security pact with Washington.…
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Trump’s Defense Contractor Pay and Buyback Order: What It Means for the Industrial Base
Overview: Aiming to reshape defense contracting incentives President Donald Trump announced a policy move aimed at reshaping incentives within the U.S. defense industry. By imposing new restrictions on executive compensation and stock buybacks at defense contractors, the administration seeks to speed up procurement, curb perceived excesses, and energize the nation’s defense industrial base. While the…
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Trump Seeks New Powers to Pressure Weapons Makers to Boost U.S. Military Readiness
New Authority, Old Frustrations The Trump administration is pursuing sweeping authorities aimed at strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base. The move comes as officials say the United States faces ongoing frustration with delays and cost overruns from major weapons programs, threatening on-time delivery to the military and American allies. The proposal would give the government…