Iran moved a simulated aircraft carrier to the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid tensions between Tehran and the United States, satellite photos showed on Monday, likely indicating that the Islamic Republic is soon planning to use it for live-fire drills. An image by Maxar Technologies taken on Sunday shows the …
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The United States and the United Kingdom accused Russia of testing an anti-satellite weapon in space, in the latest sign that a space-based arms race is heating up. General John Raymond, head of the new US Space Force, said the alleged test of a projectile, conducted on July 15, was …
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The United States and the United Kingdom have agreed to close an immunity gap for Americans stationed at military bases in England. The old legal anomaly that was created in the 1990s when the United States made “extraordinary renditions” in Europe was intended to protect CIA agents doing business abroad, …
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Military veterans helped drag Donald Trump to power in 2016, and appeared in changing states like Ohio and Florida, as Trump promised to spend large sums on defense. Since then, they have stayed with him, even when Trump has repeatedly attacked revered military leaders. But as Trump grapples with the …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. A former US Navy SEAL says Donald Trump is a “coward” or “accomplice” for failing to act on allegations that Russia has been paying rewards to militants who kill US …
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