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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Putin 'conditions' Trump: Demands the US suspend arms shipments to Ukraine for a ceasefire

Russian President Vladimir Putin demands a halt to all arms shipments to Ukraine as a condition for a proposed ceasefire with US President Donald Trump.

Feb 27 • 02:33 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

New nuclear control agreement should include US, Russia and China: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizes the importance of including China in a nuclear control agreement with the US and Russia, highlighting the 'strategic stability' in US-China relations as the Trump-Xi summit approaches.

Feb 26 • 20:37 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Rubio reveals US condition for global nuclear arms deal

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that any future nuclear arms control agreement must include China alongside the US and Russia.

Feb 26 • 17:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The United States fears that China will soon achieve nuclear parity with it

The U.S. fears that China's rapid expansion of its nuclear arsenal could lead to strategic parity within the next few years, escalating tensions between the two superpowers regarding nuclear deterrence and arms control.

Feb 25 • 17:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Iran hides 400 kg of uranium that could be the basis for a nuclear bomb, warns former US arms control chief

A former US arms control chief warns that Iran is concealing 400 kilograms of enriched uranium, which poses a potential threat for nuclear weapons development.

Feb 25 • 07:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Iran is Close to Reaching an Agreement with China? "This is a Complete Game Changer"

Iran is reportedly close to signing a significant arms deal with China for advanced missiles, which could dramatically alter the regional balance of power in the Middle East.

Feb 24 • 19:56 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Taiwan may see US arms deals fall through for first time because of legislative deadlock

Taiwan faces the unprecedented risk of missing out on US arms deals due to a legislative deadlock, as the Defence Minister appeals for urgent budget approval before key deadlines.

Feb 24 • 12:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

US already held talks on nuclear weapons with Russia and is now preparing meeting with China – Reuters

The US has engaged in nuclear arms control discussions with Russia and plans to meet with China to discuss a potential treaty.

Feb 24 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

US accuses China of ‘massively’ expanding nuclear arsenal amid fears of new arms race

The US has accused China of significantly increasing its nuclear weapons stockpile and conducting secret tests, raising concerns of a new arms race.

Feb 24 • 01:06 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China has ‘massively expanded’ its nuclear arsenal, claims US State Department

The US State Department asserts that China has significantly enlarged its nuclear arsenal, while China's UN ambassador denies these allegations.

Feb 23 • 20:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The US claims that China has significantly expanded its nuclear arsenal

The US government asserts that with the expiration of the New START treaty, China has rapidly and opaquely increased its nuclear weapons stockpile, despite calls for a trilateral arms negotiation that Beijing has publicly rejected.

Feb 23 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Trump threatens Europe with new arms market restrictions

The Pentagon warned the EU against proposed public procurement directive updates that could limit U.S. defense firms' access to European markets.

Feb 23 • 13:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

“I am proud of my country, they took us in their arms.” The strength of Achille's mother, who died in Crans-Montana

Erika Didone, the mother of Achille Barosi, shares her emotional tribute to her son, who died in a tragic New Year's Eve incident in Crans-Montana, expressing gratitude for his life and the love of friends.

Feb 22 • 19:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Financial Times reveals details of a secret arms deal between Russia and Iran

The Financial Times reported on a secret arms deal between Russia and Iran involving a request for Russian air defense systems worth 500 million euros, occurring amid increased U.S. military presence in the Middle East.

Feb 22 • 16:11 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How Trump’s Beijing bargaining could derail Taiwan’s multibillion-dollar defence budget

U.S. President Trump's recent remarks about consulting with China on arms sales may jeopardize Taiwan's defense budget as internal political dynamics shift in Taipei.

Feb 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Warning over China 'developing new generation of nuclear weapons' to be most deadly in the world

US intelligence sources warn that China is developing a new generation of nuclear weapons that could become the deadliest in the world.

Feb 22 • 09:10 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Is the Middle East entering a nuclear arms race?

The article discusses the potential for a nuclear arms race in the Middle East amid rising tensions related to Iran's nuclear program and its implications for regional security.

Feb 21 • 20:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

China suspected of developing a 'new generation' of nuclear weapons

China is suspected of developing a new nuclear arsenal, described as a 'new generation' of nuclear weapons, with the goal of making it the most technologically advanced in the world.

Feb 21 • 10:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Weapons and engines are among the most benefited by the US Supreme Court decision, says Alckmin

Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin stated that the arms, machinery, engines, and lumber sectors are among those benefiting from a recent US Supreme Court ruling that invalidated certain tariffs imposed by Donald Trump.

Feb 20 • 21:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Politico: US Pressures EU on Defense Contracts – Warning of Retaliation if American Arms Market is Excluded

The US government has threatened European countries with retaliation if the EU favors its own defense industry over American firms in arms procurement.

Feb 20 • 08:47 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Politico": Trump threatened Europe regarding armaments from local manufacturers instead of US goods

The Pentagon has opposed any efforts by the European Union to limit access of American arms manufacturers to the European market, warning of retaliatory measures.

Feb 20 • 03:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The US wants Europe to arm itself directly with American-made weapons

The Pentagon has opposed any EU efforts to limit access of American arms manufacturers to the European market, warning of potential repercussions.

Feb 20 • 03:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

‘Politico’: The US wants to see Europe armed with American-made weapons

The Pentagon opposes any EU efforts to limit access for American arms manufacturers to the European market, warning of potential retaliation.

Feb 20 • 03:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

They Split the Atom and Signs of Disaster Emerged

The article discusses the recent expiration of the New START treaty, highlighting the deteriorating state of nuclear arms control and its implications for global security.

Feb 19 • 05:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

US accuses China of secret nuclear test and raises tension between powers

The United States has accused China of conducting a secret nuclear test, further escalating tensions between the two superpowers amidst an ongoing strategic rivalry.

Feb 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Taiwan Arms Sales Suspended Ahead of US-China Summit Amid Chinese Pressure

The United States has effectively paused additional arms sales to Taiwan due to Chinese pressure and diplomatic considerations ahead of President Trump’s expected visit to China in April.

Feb 19 • 00:26 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

White House deflects as Trump weighs Taiwan arms sale delay amid Beijing pressure

The U.S. faces pressure regarding an $11 billion arms sale to Taiwan, which President Trump is considering delaying amid concerns over Beijing's influence.

Feb 18 • 23:42 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How China overtook the US in hypersonic arms and may leave air defences ‘powerless’

China has developed the CJ-1000, the first operational land-based scramjet-powered hypersonic missile, allowing it to surpass the US in hypersonic weaponry and altering the dynamics of aerial defense capabilities.

Feb 18 • 22:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

No ‘gentlemen’s agreement’ with Russia on expired nuclear treaty – US

A US State Department official affirmed that there is no informal agreement with Russia to adhere to the limitations of the expired New START nuclear treaty, which officially lapsed on February 5.

Feb 18 • 18:25 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

US ramps up nuclear claims against China

The US has stepped up its accusations against China, claiming that Beijing conducted a nuclear explosive test in June 2020, despite China's dismissals of the allegations as unfounded.

Feb 18 • 15:48 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

US offers more details on claim China conducted secret nuclear weapons test

The US has detailed allegations that China conducted a secret nuclear test in 2020 and announced plans to resume its own nuclear tests in response.

Feb 18 • 00:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The Return of the Nuclear Dilemma

The expiration of the New START treaty signifies a historic turning point in nuclear arms control between the U.S. and Russia, leading to an unregulated armament landscape.

Feb 17 • 22:59 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Washington threatens to resume nuclear tests and accuses China of conducting secret detonations

The US signals a readiness to resume nuclear tests amid accusations against China for conducting covert nuclear activities.

Feb 17 • 20:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The Times Editorials: Trump risks provoking a nuclear fire

The editorial discusses concerns regarding Trump's nuclear policies following the expiration of the New START treaty, highlighting risks of a new arms race and nuclear instability.

Feb 17 • 13:02 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The court rejected an appeal by a Vilnius man who defaced the U.S. coat of arms with a 'Z' letter.

A Vilnius court upheld the verdict against Rokas Šukevičius, who was sentenced to six months of restriction of liberty for defacing the U.S. coat of arms.

Feb 17 • 12:46 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The court rejected the complaint of the Vilnius man who painted the 'Z' symbol on the US coat of arms

A Lithuanian court upheld a previous conviction against a man for defacing the US coat of arms with a pro-war symbol, rejecting his appeal.

Feb 17 • 12:09 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

US nuclear testing debate reignites after State Dept alleges China nuclear test

The debate in the U.S. over nuclear testing is intensified by allegations from the State Department that China conducted a yield-producing nuclear test in 2020.

Feb 17 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Trump to decide ‘soon’ on sending weapons to Taiwan

US President Donald Trump is soon to decide on potential arms sales to Taiwan following warnings from Chinese President Xi Jinping against such actions.

Feb 17 • 07:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

D. Trump says he will soon make a decision on arms supply to Taiwan

D. Trump emphasizes the importance of the Taiwan issue in U.S.-China relations, amid warnings from Xi Jinping regarding arms sales to the island.

Feb 17 • 07:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"We will make a decision": Donald Trump states he will decide "soon" on new arms deliveries to Taiwan

Donald Trump has announced that he will soon decide on new arms deliveries to Taiwan, amid tensions with China.

Feb 17 • 06:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Donald Trump says he will soon decide whether to send more weapons to Taiwan

Donald Trump indicated he would soon make a decision regarding the provision of additional military aid to Taiwan amid ongoing tensions with China.

Feb 17 • 05:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

DHQ confirms PUNCH’s report on US troops, arms arrival

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has confirmed the arrival of 100 US troops at Bauchi Airfield along with military equipment as part of a bilateral training and support initiative.

Feb 17 • 01:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Trump: We will soon decide on sending more weapons to Taiwan

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that a decision on sending additional arms to Taiwan will be made soon amidst Chinese warnings against military support for the island.

Feb 17 • 00:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

DHQ confirms PUNCH’s report on US troops, arms arrival

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has confirmed the arrival of approximately 100 US military personnel and equipment in Nigeria, specifically at Bauchi Airfield.

Feb 16 • 18:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Washington holds both sides of the conflict in Sudan responsible for the deterioration

The U.S. holds both parties in the Sudan conflict accountable for worsening conditions, emphasizing the unprecedented flow of arms and the humanitarian crisis.

Feb 15 • 15:32 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Taiwan defence budget delays may push island down US priority list, William Lai warns

Taiwan's leader William Lai warns that delays in the defense budget could diminish the island's priority in US arms supply amid rising tensions with China.

Feb 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Taiwan tensions poised to be primary flashpoint of Donald Trump’s Beijing agenda

Analysts predict Taiwan will be the most contentious issue on the agenda when President Trump meets Xi Jinping in April.

Feb 12 • 14:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

China blasts US over ‘baseless’ nuclear test claims

China has rejected U.S. allegations of a secret nuclear test, calling them 'baseless' and accusing the U.S. of using these claims to justify its own testing program.

Feb 12 • 13:41 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Sweden plans to fund new US arms and air defense purchases for Ukraine

Sweden is set to announce a new financial aid package for Ukraine to support the purchase of US-made arms and air defense systems at the upcoming NATO defense ministers' meeting.

Feb 12 • 08:07 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Russia agrees to abide by expired New START nuclear arms limits — as long as the US does the same

Russia has agreed to follow the expired limits of the New START nuclear arms treaty contingent upon the U.S. doing the same.

Feb 11 • 18:29 UTC

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