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Letter: A danger to the working class

The call to protest Washington’s so-called invasion of Venezuela rings loud in a new letter. It warns that the seizure of President Nicolás Maduro, along with President Trump’s own statements, poses a grave danger to working-class interests worldwide.

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 Letter: A danger to the working class
Donald Trump’s Venezuela coup seems to be deja vu all over again

A new commentary likens Donald Trump’s approach to Venezuela to previous conflicts the United States has entered, so-called “forever wars.” Drawing on historical parallels, the author cautions that Trump’s ultimate goals in Venezuela may never be fully realized.

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 Donald Trump’s Venezuela coup seems to be deja vu all over again
Max Hastings: How to save the US from authoritarianism

Russia’s recent stance against classical art and free speech paints a worrying picture of how power can be used to suppress dissent. Max Hastings urges the United States to heed this example and safeguard its own democratic future.

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 Max Hastings: How to save the US from authoritarianism
U.S. seizes oil tanker, raising tensions with Russia

The United States’ recent seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker has intensified its confrontation with Russia. Officials indicate this move signals a continued partial blockade on Venezuelan oil resources, especially in light of the capture of Nicolás Maduro.

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 U.S. seizes oil tanker, raising tensions with Russia
Trump’s proposed battleship is a budget-busting folly that will probably never sail

Donald Trump’s proposal for a battleship bearing his name has been dubbed a “budget-busting folly” by critics. Many question the feasibility of what some have called a “costly white elephant” that could remain forever docked.

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TOP STORIES: $8B missile defense, few new Marines, housing woes as buildup continues

Guam’s $8 billion missile defense project arrives amid housing concerns and a smaller-than-expected Marine presence. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit to Andersen Air Force Base highlights both the island’s growing strategic role and the challenges that come with a military buildup.

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 TOP STORIES: $8B missile defense, few new Marines, housing woes as buildup continues
Families, Neighbors Informed on Each Other in Assad’s Syria, With Deadly Consequences

Newly uncovered intelligence files from a Damascus prison reveal how Syrians under President Bashar al-Assad’s rule sometimes turned on their own families and neighbors. These betrayals, including a wife’s covert recording of her husband, often led to dire consequences.

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Gaza’s New Normal

Ongoing clashes in Gaza highlight the reality that sustained conflict often outlasts peace agreements. This piece explores why the region’s future seems guided by unstable truces rather than lasting solutions.

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 Gaza’s New Normal
Next-gen air dominance and surprise new Air Force leadership: 2025 review

From groundbreaking next-generation aircraft designs to the sudden arrival of new Air Force leadership, 2025 has reshaped the landscape of air warfare. The LGM-35A Sentinel missile and other cutting-edge programs have taken center stage, while key figures like Gen. David Allvin and Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach have helped steer the service in surprising directions.

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 Next-gen air dominance and surprise new Air Force leadership: 2025 review
The US Air Force Once Blew Up a Satellite—Just to Prove It Could

In 1985, the U.S. Air Force carried out a historic test, proving that a satellite could be destroyed in orbit by a missile. This marked the first time in history that an orbital target was successfully hit, foreshadowing future advancements in anti-satellite capabilities.

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 The US Air Force Once Blew Up a Satellite—Just to Prove It Could
Carl P. Leubsdorf: Trump’s year — More lows than highs – Sun, 21 Dec 2025 PST

President Donald Trump has faced a challenging year with more setbacks than successes. Despite his success in negotiating an end to the Israeli-Hamas war in Gaza, tensions continue, and a permanent peace deal remains elusive.

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 Carl P. Leubsdorf: Trump’s year — More lows than highs – Sun, 21 Dec 2025 PST
RTX’s Raytheon awarded $168 million contract for Romanian Patriot air defense equipment

Romania has secured its second order for the Patriot air and missile defense system in the span of a year, awarding Raytheon a $168 million contract. As part of this foreign military sales agreement, Romania will receive radar, command and control technology, launchers, and support equipment that reinforce its strategic defense capabilities.

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Capito reflects on Senate’s accomplishments in 2025

In a year marked by continued tax relief and a cross-party push for a strong defense budget, Senator Shelley Moore Capito shares her pride in the 2025 Senate’s achievements. From preserving key financial policies to forging bipartisan accords, lawmakers focused on delivering tangible results.

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 Capito reflects on Senate’s accomplishments in 2025
America’s Supercarriers Are Back in Force in the Pacific

America’s supercarriers, including the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Carl Vinson, are reaffirming their presence in the Indo-Pacific. Recent port calls underscore the U.S. Navy’s commitment to mission readiness and maintaining a strategic foothold in the region.

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 America’s Supercarriers Are Back in Force in the Pacific
The Vietnam War ended 50 years ago. But its lessons live on in The Quiet American – The Guardian

Fifty years have passed since the end of the Vietnam War, yet its broader lessons continue to echo today. A recent piece highlights how “The Quiet American” remains a relevant reference point for understanding the enduring impact of conflict.

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Action demanded from Vanuatu government over Indonesian occupation of West Papua

West Papuan activists in Port Vila are urging the Vanuatu government to intervene in the Indonesian occupation of West Papua. Their resolve underscores a pressing regional issue that has drawn international concern.

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Zelensky Floats Holding Referendum On Giving Up Land For Peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has floated a possible nationwide referendum on ceding land to Russia for the sake of peace. The move comes amid external pressure from the United States and concerns over the country’s struggling energy infrastructure as winter approaches.

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 Zelensky Floats Holding Referendum On Giving Up Land For Peace
Argentina Just Got Its First Batch of F-16 Fighter Jets from Denmark

Argentina has taken delivery of its first six Danish F-16 Fighting Falcons, marking the beginning of a 24-jet deal. During a ceremony to celebrate their arrival, President Javier Milei criticized previous administrations for neglecting the nation’s air defense. Officials view this acquisition as a key step in updating Argentina’s military capabilities.

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 Argentina Just Got Its First Batch of F-16 Fighter Jets from Denmark
LIVE: Heavy rains, flooding as Storm Byron batters war-torn Gaza

Torrential rains from Storm Byron have battered Gaza, causing widespread flooding and endangering hundreds of thousands who have already been displaced by conflict. Amid the tension of ongoing hostilities, these destructive weather conditions present a new adversity for those living in war-torn territories.

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 LIVE: Heavy rains, flooding as Storm Byron batters war-torn Gaza
House passes defense bill to raise troop pay and overhaul weapons purchases

In a decisive move, the House passed a massive defense bill that raises troop pay and overhauls weapons acquisitions. Spanning more than 3,000 pages, it also contains measures pushing back on the Department of Defense to enhance oversight and accountability.

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 House passes defense bill to raise troop pay and overhaul weapons purchases
Karishma Manzur: Let’s not have a repeat of Iraq debacle in Venezuela

Karishma Manzur’s op-ed warns against allowing President Donald Trump to pull the United States into an unjustified conflict in Venezuela. Pointing to the disastrous second Iraq war, the article insists that Americans learn from the past and avoid a repeat of that debacle.

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 Karishma Manzur: Let’s not have a repeat of Iraq debacle in Venezuela
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