Some fear US-Philippines war games are drawing conflict closer to home
Critics of US, Philippine military cooperation say closely aligning with Washington makes Manila a possible target.
Why has the US arms delay rattled Taiwan?
Taiwan fears a US pause on a $14bn arms package could weaken its defences and shake confidence in Washington’s support.
Why is Trump deploying 5,000 troops to Poland?
Poland's right-wing president has welcomed Trump's announcement.
Mind the drone gap: war games begin inside secret Nato bunker in London tube station
Mind the drone gap: war games begin inside secret Nato bunker in London tube station British army is 80-90% short…
US deepens European uncertainty with deployment of 5,000 troops to Poland
Erratic US policy moves leave European NATO partners increasingly unclear about which areas they should prioritise.
Iran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push
US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement.
Russia rehearses ‘use of nuclear forces’ in drills with Belarus
Russia delivered nuclear warheads to sites in Belarus as part of a three-day military exercise involving both countries.
Ecuador’s Disappeared
Fault Lines investigates forced disappearances conducted by Ecuador’s military while waging a war against drug cartels.
Maths behind Hormuz toll: Is paying Iran for transit cheaper than blockade?
Economics of Hormuz closure are skewed towards Iran, so why won't the vessels just pay Tehran and sail away?
‘Homeland or death’: How Cuba would defend itself against a US attack
A US military operation in Cuba could be imminent, but Havana is not entirely defenceless, some analysts argue.