National Security

Hamas announces it will return the remains of an Israeli soldier held since 2014, exposing the enduring use of human lives as bargaining chips in Middle East conflicts that impact American interests.

As Iraq’s security forces and displaced citizens cast special votes ahead of nationwide elections, deep political instability and foreign meddling continue to erode Iraqi sovereignty and threaten regional stability—issues with direct consequences for America’s strategic interests.

As Thailand bids farewell to Queen Mother Sirikit, the state funeral highlights not only a historic era’s end but also exposes the monarchy’s precarious position amid ongoing national challenges.

As over 100,000 Filipinos flee the wrath of super typhoon Fung-wong, questions arise about preparedness and resilience against natural disasters that ripple across global stability.

Bolivia’s incoming president Rodrigo Paz moves swiftly to restore diplomatic and cooperative relations with Ecuador’s Daniel Noboa, signaling a break from the previous administration’s isolationist policies.

As the government shutdown drags on past 40 days, partisan gridlock in Washington continues to threaten vital services and American livelihoods. Who’s accountable for this crisis—and when will it end?

As Holocaust survivors mark the 87th anniversary of Kristallnacht amid a surge in worldwide antisemitic violence, their urgent testimony challenges America to recognize and combat this escalating threat to Jewish communities and national security.

President Sheinbaum’s revelation of a drastically downsized security detail amid a recent assault exposes alarming gaps in protection protocols—reflecting broader failures of state security that endanger public officials and citizens alike.

As Super Typhoon Fung-wong batters the Philippines—still recovering from a deadly storm killing over 200—the unfolding crisis underscores how natural disasters compound regional instability and test U.S. alliances in a critical geopolitical flashpoint.

Colombia’s Gustavo Petro escalates rhetoric against U.S. anti-drug operations, threatening regional instability and challenging American sovereignty efforts in the Caribbean.