European Union
Eighteen European Union countries have taken the first step in bolstering their military capabilities by applying for funding from the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program. The 150-billion-euro fund aims to provide cheap loans to member countries, Ukraine, and allies like Britain to purchase military equipment collectively. This move comes
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The partnership is a critical step forward in strengthening Canada's international relationships, defence capabilities, and resilience. The agreement, signed on June 23, 2025, aims to enhance cooperation, build defence capabilities, and increase transatlantic security through a series of dialogue and consultation mechanisms, joint initiatives, and capacity-building programs. Key
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The unlikely setting of a golf club in Scotland's countryside saw President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announce what they billed as a breakthrough in transatlantic trade. However, this agreement, which touches on tariffs, energy cooperation, and defense procurement, was presented as a
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NATO members have agreed to more than double their defense spending, increasing it to five percent of GDP by 2035, driven by the need to deter potential Russian aggression and keep President Trump engaged with NATO. This increased defense spending has the potential to reduce NATO's reliance on
Legislative bills
The U.S. House of Representatives today approved the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275), a bipartisan bill that authorizes funding through 2029 for the United States Coast Guard and its critical missions to safeguard the nation's borders, facilitate maritime commerce, ensure maritime safety, and
Legislative bills
The U.S. Coast Guard is a critical component of the nation's defense, responsible for safeguarding shorelines, facilitating maritime commerce, ensuring maritime safety, and more. Recently, bipartisan legislation has been passed by the House to strengthen, support, and authorize funding through 2029 for the Coast Guard. The bill,
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Germany's decision to significantly increase defence spending is expected to push its budget deficit above the EU's 3% threshold, but an exemption clause allows Berlin to exceed this limit without facing punishment. The move signals a willingness by Brussels to accommodate the bloc's largest
Legislative bills
The Senate Committee on Appropriations approved the FY 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) Appropriations Act by a vote of 27-1, providing critical investments in America's infrastructure, aviation safety, and affordable housing. The measure includes $99.8 billion in nondefense funding and $400 million
Congressional representatives
Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) successfully secured several key provisions in the House's Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Appropriations Act, steering billions of federal dollars to support Maine manufacturing. Golden's amendments included funding for two DDG-51 destroyers, typically built
Congressional representatives
Congressman Eugene Vindman, a 25-year Army veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee, proudly announced his support for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) following its advancement out of committee. This bipartisan bill aims to strengthen U.S. military readiness, support service members and their families, and reinforce
Legislative bills
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer announced that he has secured legislation in the Senate's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 to address the long-standing shortage of Obstetrician-Gynecologists (OB/GYNs) at Fort Drum. The shortage has forced soldiers and military families to seek care from local
Legislative bills
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer has secured legislation in the Senate's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 to address the long-standing shortage of Obstetrician-Gynecologists (OB/GYNs) at Fort Drum. The legislation requires the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Defense Health Agency (DHA) to create
