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Pentagon decisions, Air Force programs, Navy safety reports and the diplomacy around them: the News section tracks US defense news and its consequences for allies in Europe and beyond.
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Recent coverage includes a Space Force special operations plan questioned by Congress, a Tech Force initiative to hire thousands for two-year federal jobs, a Navy report on V-22 Osprey safety risks, and a new presidential jet arriving early. Paul Scharre’s views on the global AI arms race are also discussed.
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Hungary’s wealth tax fight pits Magyar against Orbán’s Fidesz legacy
Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s plan to tax large fortunes has drawn fire from Viktor Orbán, while Magyar himself faces scrutiny over a 2024 incident.
Energy costs, Ukraine and defence on the agenda of October’s European Council
The European Council meeting scheduled in Brussels for 15 and 16 October 2026 was to examine relief from high energy prices, support for Ukraine, defence…
Romanian man charged with forced labour in Hungary
Pest County prosecutors say a promised driving job in Nagykőrös turned into beatings and unpaid work. They want prison, a fine and expulsion; nothing is…
Budapest’s Castle District voters back a short-term rental ban
District 1 has yet to turn a 58.6% vote for prohibition into rules, and an impact assessment and public consultation still come first.
Navigation revenue would fund embankments, heritage and public space under Budapest’s Danube plan
An equally owned company would manage the riverbed and bank together, while directing navigation revenue towards embankments, public space and built heritage.
Trump Blocks Venezuelan Access: Europe Warns of Escalating Conflict, Defense Secretary Holds Key Strike Video, Impacts Await
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers, escalating geopolitical tensions. New U.S. notice to pilots extends airspace restrictions over Venezuela, complicating…
Space Force’s New Special Ops Plan Sparks Congressional Questions, Revealing Potential Impact on Military Strategy and Security
Congress demands a justification report before funding the Space Force’s Special Operations Component Command. The Space Force aims to integrate space capabilities into military operations…
Trump Administration’s New ‘Tech Force’ Initiative Aims to Hire Thousands for Two-Year Jobs, Transforming Federal Workforce
The Trump administration launches the United States Tech Force to recruit 1,000 technologists for federal roles. Partnerships with companies like Palantir, Meta, and Oracle offer…
Three Americans Killed in Syria: Tragic Loss Highlights Ongoing Conflict and Global Tensions Amid Ukraine Peace Talks
U.S. soldiers and a civilian interpreter killed by an ISIS gunman in Syria, sparking a call for retaliation Concerns grow over Israel’s permanent presence in…
Global AI Arms Race: Paul Scharre Reveals How Advanced Technologies Are Reshaping Modern Warfare and Global Power Dynamics
The global race for Artificial Intelligence supremacy is reshaping strategic military power dynamics. Nations like the United States, China, and Russia are investing heavily in…
Air Force Announces New Presidential Jet Arriving Early, Potentially Transforming Presidential Travel and Logistics
The Air Force anticipates the new Air Force One to arrive by mid-2028, earlier than expected. An additional $15.5 million will be spent on upgrading…
Navy Report Warns of V-22 Osprey Safety Risks, Fixes Could Extend Into 2030s, Impacting Military Operations
Reports highlight mechanical failures in the V-22 Osprey, raising safety concerns for military operations. Unresolved maintenance issues have persisted for over a decade, impacting the…