#defense-spending

#defense-spending

What you should do in defence is decide what you need, your capability, and then provide for it, Albanese told reporters.

We are the wealthiest nation, perhaps in the history of the world, but even we can't sustain a couple-million-dollar piece of equipment that can be taken out with an $800 drone and munition.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth advocates for streamlining leadership in the US military by reducing general and flag officer positions to enhance operational effectiveness.

In a notable divergence from typical diplomatic language, the meeting summary underscored frank discussions on critical issues, pointing to a significant conversation between U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent and Spain's Economy Minister Cuerpo.

Understanding global military dynamics is incredibly important due to the interconnected nature of international relations and conflicts, which have shaped the current geopolitical landscape.

The Independent emphasizes the need for on-the-ground reporting at crucial moments, focusing on various pressing issues like reproductive rights and climate change.