Secret Service on scene of shooting in Washington, says one person shot by law enforcement

The U.S. Secret Service said on Monday it was on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in Washington in which one person was shot by law enforcement. Tap for the full brief.

US destroys six Iranian boats, downs missiles and drones, admiral says

U.S. Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of Central Command, declined to comment on whether he thought the ceasefire remained in effect. Tap for the full brief.

News: Ukrainian police raid dozens of draft officials over suspected corruption

The National Police said they had seized money, cars and motorcycles and filed more than 150 administrative charges for violations such as illegal enrichment and the false declaration of assets. Ta...

Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco

Two U.S. service members participating in the African Lion joint military exercises were reported missing near the city of Tan Tan in southern Morocco, the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and the Mor...

US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games

Philippine and U.S. forces on Saturday showcased the NMESIS anti-ship missile system in Batanes province, near Taiwan, during annual war games, as tensions simmer over the self-governed island that...

Ukraine rolls out army reform plan as peace talks stall

Ukraine announced plans on Friday to carry out reforms of the army this summer to address problems with infantry shortages and the discharge of the longest-serving soldiers, four years into a grind...

Trump says “probably” when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain

President Trump said "probably" when asked whether he would consider pulling U.S. troops out of Italy and Spain—a day after announcing that Washington was looking at reducing troops in Germany. Tap...

Analysis: Mali attacks spotlight the growing reach of militants across West Africa

Simultaneous attacks in Mali by militants linked to al Qaeda and separatist Tuareg rebels on April 25 showed how fighters from different groups with different goals were able to strike at the heart...

Analysis: Mali turmoil threatens Russian push for influence and mineral wealth in Africa

A series of reversals suffered by Mali's Moscow-backed military government has dented Russia's image as a self-styled security guarantor in Africa—and threatens its strategic and economic interests...

US House votes to extend domestic surveillance but Senate may reject

The U.S. government's effort to renew its warrantless domestic surveillance powers cleared the House of Representatives on Wednesday—after House Speaker Mike Johnson and Trump administration offici...

Trump says US eyeing potential reduction of troops in Germany

The U.S. had just over 68,000 active-duty military personnel assigned permanently in its overseas bases in Europe as of December 2025, data from the U.S. Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) shows. ...

Top officers to brief Trump on military options against Iran, official says

Axios reported on Thursday that Central Command had prepared a plan for a "short and powerful" wave of strikes on Iran. Tap for the full brief.

New Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza

New maps of Gaza quietly issued by Israel a little more than a month ago have put thousands of displaced Palestinians inside an expanded restricted area, within boundaries the military says it can ...

Iran war has cost $25B so far, says Pentagon official

The United States' war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday—providing the first official estimate of war costs. Tap for the full brief.

France urges citizens to leave Mali “as soon as possible” amid security risks

France has urged its nationals in Mali to leave "as soon as possible" following coordinated attacks at the weekend, including in the capital Bamako, a travel advice update for the West African coun...