U.S. Midterms Test America’s Global Power

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When Americans head to the polls today, most will be thinking about fuel and grocery prices. Foreign governments will be watching something else: whether President Trump will be able to sustain his foreign-policy agenda over the next two years, and to what extent it will survive after he leaves office.

U.S. Midterms Test America's Global Power
Donald Trump during the midterm election campaign. AFP
Kuwait Seeks Pakistani Naval Deployment for Coastal Defense

Kuwait and Pakistan have discussed the possible deployment of Pakistani naval forces to help defend the country against maritime attacks, a source familiar with the talks told Eagle Intelligence Reports, amid growing fears of a wider regional war and renewed threats to vital shipping routes.

Israeli Researcher: Qatari Election Interference Is No Surprise

Israeli security researcher Kobi Michael said there was little reason to be surprised by claims of Qatari involvement in Israeli elections, arguing that Doha’s influence runs deep within Israel and extends to the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

America’s Saudi Nuclear Dilemma

For the first time, the U.S. could transfer enrichment technology to a state without nuclear weapons. The U.S.–Saudi Nuclear Cooperation Agreement now under review in Congress would open that door. Congress should add conditions to dampen its potential to weaken global nonproliferation standards in exchange for access to Riyadh.

The AI Military Convertibility Gap

Bill Gates warned that AI will usher in “one of the most turbulent times in human history.” In his view, “AI will either be the greatest equalizer ever invented or the worst source of injustice.” But a second question arises: if AI makes a country dramatically richer, does it also make it militarily stronger?

Source: Officials in China’s Drone Sector Detained

Chinese authorities have intensified measures related to drone exports in recent months, with the actions extending to the detention of a number of officials and executives at major companies operating in the defense and drone sectors, according to a source close to one of the companies affected by the measures.

Japan’s Three-Front Dilemma

Japan faces a strategic nightmare. China, Russia, and North Korea are increasing pressure on Tokyo while expanding cooperation with one another. They aim to weaken and isolate Japan. Until now, Japan has relied on U.S. security guarantees to balance that threat. Today, it is moving to strengthen its own capabilities.

Gen. Shirreff: Europe is at the Cliff Edge of War

Former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander, Europe, General Sir Richard Shirreff warned that Europe is on the cliff edge of war, unprepared to defend against Russia without U.S. support. Shirreff told Eagle Intelligence Reports that NATO countries possess the military capabilities but are held back by political indecision.

Shapps: Europe Already at War with Russia

Former British Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has warned that Europe is already at war with Russia and has failed to recognize the true threat it poses. He accuses Western governments of providing Ukraine with just enough military assistance to survive rather than the support needed to defeat Moscow’s invasion.

Israeli Researcher: Qatari Election Interference Is No Surprise

Lula, Bolsonaro and the Balance of Power

Lula, Bolsonaro and the Balance of Power

Opinion polls show Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro ahead of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva before the October 25 runoff. His lead in valid votes ranged from 1.1 to six percentage points.

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What Kind of War Will the U.S. Midterm Elections Produce?
What Kind of War Will the U.S. Midterm Elections Produce?
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How Constitutional Change Could Reshape Britain’s Northern Defense
How Constitutional Change Could Reshape Britain’s Northern Defense
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