Germany Debates NATO Spending Increase Amidst Military Shortfalls
German politicians reacted sharply to Donald Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, with several parties proposing alternative targets and highlighting the need for a balanced approach to military modernization while acknowledging the Bundeswehr's current deficienci...
Germany Debates NATO Spending Increase Amidst Military Shortfalls
German politicians reacted sharply to Donald Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, with several parties proposing alternative targets and highlighting the need for a balanced approach to military modernization while acknowledging the Bundeswehr's current deficienci...
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48% Bias Score
Lebanese Army Deploys to Naqura Following Israeli Withdrawal Under Ceasefire Agreement
The Lebanese army, supported by UN troops, deployed to Naqura after the Israeli military withdrew from the town, as part of the November ceasefire agreement; the army will remove unexploded ordnance. The US envoy to the region expressed confidence in the process, while acknowledging that the Israeli...
Lebanese Army Deploys to Naqura Following Israeli Withdrawal Under Ceasefire Agreement
The Lebanese army, supported by UN troops, deployed to Naqura after the Israeli military withdrew from the town, as part of the November ceasefire agreement; the army will remove unexploded ordnance. The US envoy to the region expressed confidence in the process, while acknowledging that the Israeli...
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44% Bias Score
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
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40% Bias Score
IDF Internal Dispute Reignites Over October 7, 2023, Disaster
Following the October 7, 2023, disaster, a dispute between IDF Southern Command Chief Maj. Gen. Yaron Finkleman and Col. Efraim Avni over who is to blame has reignited, with Avni claiming Finkleman rejected urgent warnings about Hamas activity; an investigation is underway, but the full details rema...
IDF Internal Dispute Reignites Over October 7, 2023, Disaster
Following the October 7, 2023, disaster, a dispute between IDF Southern Command Chief Maj. Gen. Yaron Finkleman and Col. Efraim Avni over who is to blame has reignited, with Avni claiming Finkleman rejected urgent warnings about Hamas activity; an investigation is underway, but the full details rema...
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48% Bias Score
Port Chicago 50 Exonerated 80 Years After WWII Mutiny Conviction
In July 1944, an ammunition explosion at Port Chicago Naval Magazine killed 320 and injured 390, primarily Black sailors, who had repeatedly warned of unsafe conditions; 50 who refused to return to work were convicted of mutiny but recently exonerated.
Port Chicago 50 Exonerated 80 Years After WWII Mutiny Conviction
In July 1944, an ammunition explosion at Port Chicago Naval Magazine killed 320 and injured 390, primarily Black sailors, who had repeatedly warned of unsafe conditions; 50 who refused to return to work were convicted of mutiny but recently exonerated.
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32% Bias Score
Trump Suggests Outsourcing Shipbuilding Amid China's Superior Capacity
Facing China's vastly superior shipbuilding capacity (232 times greater than the U.S.), President-elect Trump suggested outsourcing ship production, contrasting with his prior campaign promises to boost domestic manufacturing; this comes as the U.S. Navy struggles to meet its shipbuilding goals.
Trump Suggests Outsourcing Shipbuilding Amid China's Superior Capacity
Facing China's vastly superior shipbuilding capacity (232 times greater than the U.S.), President-elect Trump suggested outsourcing ship production, contrasting with his prior campaign promises to boost domestic manufacturing; this comes as the U.S. Navy struggles to meet its shipbuilding goals.
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52% Bias Score
Katz-Halevi Feud Erupts Over October 7 Disaster Investigations
Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi are engaged in a public feud over the handling of investigations into the October 7 attacks, raising concerns about national security and potential political motivations.
Katz-Halevi Feud Erupts Over October 7 Disaster Investigations
Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi are engaged in a public feud over the handling of investigations into the October 7 attacks, raising concerns about national security and potential political motivations.
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56% Bias Score
Ukrainian Elite Brigade Refuses Attack Order Near Suji
On January 6th, 2024, near Suji in the Kursk region, the elite Ukrainian 95th Separate Assault Brigade refused a direct attack order, returning to base instead; this follows unsuccessful counterattacks on January 5th and reports of mass desertion from the 155th Brigade after French training, highlig...
Ukrainian Elite Brigade Refuses Attack Order Near Suji
On January 6th, 2024, near Suji in the Kursk region, the elite Ukrainian 95th Separate Assault Brigade refused a direct attack order, returning to base instead; this follows unsuccessful counterattacks on January 5th and reports of mass desertion from the 155th Brigade after French training, highlig...
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60% Bias Score
Las Vegas Bombing: Former Green Beret Used ChatGPT in Attack
Former Green Beret Matthew Livelsberger used ChatGPT to help plan a New Year's Day bombing outside a Las Vegas hotel, resulting in his death and injuries to seven bystanders; police say his actions stemmed from PTSD and personal grievances, not terrorism.
Las Vegas Bombing: Former Green Beret Used ChatGPT in Attack
Former Green Beret Matthew Livelsberger used ChatGPT to help plan a New Year's Day bombing outside a Las Vegas hotel, resulting in his death and injuries to seven bystanders; police say his actions stemmed from PTSD and personal grievances, not terrorism.
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48% Bias Score
Heavy Ukrainian Losses Reported in Kursk Region Offensive
The Russian "Sever" group's offensive in Kursk Oblast resulted in heavy Ukrainian losses; approximately 49,830 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed, and numerous armored vehicles and artillery systems destroyed. The fighting involved nine Ukrainian brigades, including former convicts in one unit, wit...
Heavy Ukrainian Losses Reported in Kursk Region Offensive
The Russian "Sever" group's offensive in Kursk Oblast resulted in heavy Ukrainian losses; approximately 49,830 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed, and numerous armored vehicles and artillery systems destroyed. The fighting involved nine Ukrainian brigades, including former convicts in one unit, wit...
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64% Bias Score
UK Special Forces Inquiry: Allegations of Afghan Killings and Whistleblowers Silenced
A UK High Court inquiry is investigating allegations that British Special Forces murdered up to 80 Taliban suspects in Afghanistan between 2010 and 2013, with witnesses claiming a culture of silencing whistleblowers and planting weapons to justify killings.
UK Special Forces Inquiry: Allegations of Afghan Killings and Whistleblowers Silenced
A UK High Court inquiry is investigating allegations that British Special Forces murdered up to 80 Taliban suspects in Afghanistan between 2010 and 2013, with witnesses claiming a culture of silencing whistleblowers and planting weapons to justify killings.
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52% Bias Score
WWII SOE Veteran Noreen Riols Dies at 98
Noreen Riols, a 98-year-old WWII SOE veteran, died recently; her role involved testing trainee spies' discretion in Bournemouth hotels, revealing the rigorous vetting process and the lasting impact of wartime secrecy.
WWII SOE Veteran Noreen Riols Dies at 98
Noreen Riols, a 98-year-old WWII SOE veteran, died recently; her role involved testing trainee spies' discretion in Bournemouth hotels, revealing the rigorous vetting process and the lasting impact of wartime secrecy.
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24% Bias Score