Military
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British warship repels 'largest Houthi attack to date' in the Red Sea
Speed read Western allies warn of military response to Iranian-backed Yemeni rebels if attacks on ships continue
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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What will Taiwan's election mean for its relationship with China?
Today's Big Question The outcome of the vote to choose new Taiwanese president will have major implications for domestic and global politics
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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Will Putin agree to a Ukraine ceasefire in 2024?
Today's Big Question Russian leader 'ready to make a deal' amid growing opposition to war but 'no evidence' that Kyiv would cede territory
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Ukraine faces soldier shortage as war with Russia drags on
Talking Point As the Ukrainian military struggles with low recruitment, will the ongoing effort to repel Russia's invasion come down to a matter of manpower?
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Rape as a weapon: why war's 'oldest, most silenced' crime is on the rise
The Explainer Atrocities reported in Israel, Iran, Sudan and Ukraine as global conflicts bring increase in sexual violence
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Who is still funding Ukraine in the war against Russia?
Today's Big Question White House warns US is running out of money for military aid as Kyiv asks Western allies for more support
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Is it time to do something about the Insurrection Act?
Today's big question New worries over an old law have prompted calls for legislative change ahead of Trump's potential return to office
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Is Sen. Tommy Tuberville's Pentagon promotions pause finally coming to an end?
Today's Big Question Senate Democrats prepare a legislative end run around the Alabama Republican's obstructionist blockade
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Why directed-energy weapons are the next big bet for the US military
The Explainer The category includes weapons such as high-powered lasers and microwaves
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Why is the US arming Taiwan?
Today's Big Question Washington approves millions in arms packages to protect diplomatic ally, despite fury from China
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Senate confirms first female Navy chief, 2 others, plots to bust Tuberville blockade
Speed Read Frustration is reaching a bipartisan boil as Sen. Tommy Tuberville's blanket hold on military promotion enters its ninth month
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Senate Republicans rip Tuberville as he foils votes on military promotions
Speed Read Frustrations over the Alabama Republican's long hold on military promotions is boiling over in his own party
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Why fears of another war between Armenia and Azerbaijan are growing
The Explainer After seizure of Nagorno-Karabakh region, further conflict between bitter enemies could draw in Turkey, Russia, France and Iran
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Why police are downing firearms after the Chris Kaba murder charge
The Explainer Army drafted in after scores of armed Met officers 'revolt' over charging of colleague
By The Week Staff Published
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