President Trump is eager to declare success in Iran and Gaza, but he is struggling to impose his will in either conflict.
Category: Defense and Military Forces
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Trump Wants to Move On From the Middle East. It’s Not Letting Him.
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Netanyahu Walks Tightrope on Trump’s Gaza Disarmament Deal
The New York Times – On the Runway:Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is trying to satisfy the sometimes competing demands of his right-wing base and President Trump months ahead of a tough election.
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How a Drone ‘Hellscape’ Might Stop a Chinese Invasion of Taiwan
The New York Times – On the Runway:Inspired by Ukraine’s battlefield gains, Taiwan is betting on drones to deter a potential Chinese invasion.
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Inside the War on Hezbollah’s Finances
The New York Times – On the Runway:Israel and the United States aren’t just targeting the Lebanese militant group’s weapons. They’re going after its money.
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Why Congress Wants a Closer U.S.-Israel Defense Partnership
The New York Times – On the Runway:A proposal making its way through Congress would integrate the U.S. and Israeli defense and intelligence apparatuses more tightly. Some worry that it is a bad idea.
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Israel Strikes Lebanon After Accusing Hezbollah of Cease-Fire Violation
The New York Times – On the Runway:At the same time, Israeli and Lebanese negotiators were holding talks in Rome aimed at fostering a long-term diplomatic settlement.
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How the Ukraine War Became a Fight for the Skies
The New York Times – On the Runway:Russia and Ukraine are producing ever larger numbers of innovative aerial weapons, hoping for a breakthrough as ground combat is largely frozen.
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Israeli Strikes May Undermine Trump’s Peace Plan for Gaza
The New York Times – On the Runway:President Trump announced a proposal aimed at achieving the disarmament of Hamas and an Israeli withdrawal. Israel ramped up attacks on the Palestinian enclave.
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For Iran, Trump’s Reversal on Escalation Shows Who Has the Upper Hand
The New York Times – On the Runway:By expanding the arena of fighting in the region, experts say, Tehran sent a warning about the dangers of a widening war.
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The War That Could Swallow the World
The New York Times – On the Runway:Whatever is happening in Iran, it isn’t working.
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Attack on French Cargo Ship Highlights Continued Risks in Strait of Hormuz
The New York Times – Business:U.S. Central Command and the ship’s owner disagreed on whether the vessel coordinated safe passage with the United States military.