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Seven Indonesian airports remain closed after Anak Krakatau eruption
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Politics · Economy · Military · Security · TechSeven Indonesian airports remain closed after Anak Krakatau eruption
Volcanic ash that spewed from Anak Krakatau last week forced seven airports to remain closed on Monday, affecting hundreds of thousands of travelers.
USS Abraham Lincoln departs Thailand, heads home after months at sea
After nearly 300 days at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier was en route to the United States on Monday following a five-day port visit in Thailand.
Fireworks explosion in central Mexico kills 10, wounds 64
At least 10 people were killed and 64 others were injured when pyrotechnic material stored at a warehouse in central Mexico exploded over the weekend, officials said.
USS Abraham Lincoln heads back to US after 5-day Thailand port visit
The USS Abraham Lincoln left for the US Sunday after a five-day port visit in Thailand and an extended deployment in the Middle East. In a Sunday statement announcing the vessel’s departure, U.S. Navy Capt. Dan Keeler — the Lincoln’s commanding officer — thanked “the people of Thailand for their incredible hospitality” and for giving…
Witkoff: US is confident in a ‘good resolution’ to trilateral Ukraine war talks
Special envoy Steve Witkoff on Sunday said the U.S. is confident that trilateral talks will result in a “good resolution” to the Ukraine war after he and President Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, met with officials in Kyiv. Sunday marked Witkoff and Kushner’s first time traveling to Kyiv to negotiate an end to Russia’s yearslong war…
Ohio gubernatorial candidate confronted by armed man at fair
An armed man lunged at Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton (D) during a Canfield, Ohio, fair on Sunday, injuring several other attendees. Acton’s campaign shared a statement after the incident, which took place at around 2:30 p.m. at the annual Canfield Fair, located in a Youngstown suburb, NBC News reported. Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office told…
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North Korea commissions second nuclear-capable naval destroyer
North Korea commissioned its second 5,000-ton destroyer, state media reported Monday, as leader Kim Jong Un called for further strengthening the country's naval power.
25 Years After 9/11, What Are We Failing to Imagine Now?
The counterterrorism community struggles with how technology might be applied to novel use cases.
Pope Leo urges peace between Russia, Ukraine as attacks escalate
Pope Leo XIV called for peace between Russia and Ukraine on Sunday as the Kremlin has accelerated its deadly attacks on Ukrainian civilian targets.
US Air Force Celebrates 70th Anniversary of One of Its Most Important Aircraft
The KC-135 Stratotanker, which has been in service since 1957, refuels America’s bombers, carries cargo, and even occasionally transports wounded or sick service members. The post US Air Force Celebrates 70th Anniversary of One of Its Most Important Aircraft appeared first on The National Interest.
What Russia’s Syrian Retreat Means for the Ukraine War
The recent Russia-Syria basing agreement underscores Russia’s diminishing commitment to a military presence in the Middle East and Africa. The post What Russia’s Syrian Retreat Means for the Ukraine War appeared first on The National Interest.
Was It Normal for the USS Abraham Lincoln to Look So Rusty in Thailand?
The US Navy is constantly fighting rust on its ships, and there’s no quick and easy fix for the Lincoln. The post Was It Normal for the USS Abraham Lincoln to Look So Rusty in Thailand? appeared first on The National Interest.