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Government stockpiles of metals, materials could aid clean energy transition
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Leaders in Washington have been busy replenishing U.S. stockpiles for war. But they may be more likely to be used in battling climate change.
Can ‘drone whisperers’ in Ukraine use the supply chain to ground weapons?
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Weapons inspectors hope preventing the sale of vital parts will hobble Russian arsenals.
NATO – more than a military alliance
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Seven decades from its foundation, NATO faces persistent criticism from President Trump.
U.S. tightens foreign investment rules
Some sensitive industries — everything from technology to defense firms — will face tougher federal scrutiny under new regulations formalized Wednesday. The Committee of Foreign Investment in the U.S., or CFIUS, announced its pilot program will take effect in 30 days. The announcement has some innovation, defense and tech companies scrambling to comply so they […]
British Army on defensive over recruitment campaign
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British authorities tried a more inclusive campaign but critics say it was misguided.
Which areas will see cuts under Trump’s budget?
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One big winner: people who want to see a smaller government.
Defense spending highlighted as Mattis attends NATO meeting
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis is in Brussels today for a meeting of defense ministers from the 28-member NATO alliance. It’s the first NATO meeting for Mattis since he took office. The U.S. contributes some 70 percent of the overall defense expenditure of NATO countries, and the issue of defense spending will likely be front […]
James Mattis as Defense Secretary? One national security expert disagrees
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Dr. Erin Simpson respects Mattis, but doesn’t think he’s a good fit for Defense Secretary.
What it takes to get a soldier’s boots on the ground
A military-led operation against ISIS would require significant civilian support.
Will Europe start spending more on defense?
With new threats from Russia and ISIS, belt-tightening could come to an end.

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