Hegseth Unveils “Arsenal of Freedom” as Trump Pushes Massive US Defense Spending
February 7, 2026
US Defense Secretary Hegseth launches “Arsenal of Freedom” to modernize Pentagon, while Trump boosts spending.
US Defense Secretary Hegseth launches “Arsenal of Freedom” to modernize Pentagon, while Trump boosts spending.
US accuses China of secret 2020 nuclear test as New START expires, heightening global arms control tensions.
Accepting that you exist at the mercy of others is a mistake,” President Kagame said, reaffirming Rwanda’s resolve to stand firm.
Canada strengthens Arctic diplomacy by opening its first Greenland consulate, affirming sovereignty, Inuit ties, and NATO solidarity.
International travel to the US drops as stricter borders, visa checks, and trade tensions rise.
U.S.-Russia nuclear treaty ends, raising global alarm as experts warn of new arms race, rising tensions.
Gaza remains trapped in an unstable ceasefire, exposing governance failures and persistent humanitarian and security crises.
Starmer apologises for Mandelson appointment, admits deception, faces Labour revolt, opposition pressure, and uncertain future
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov calls Iran–U.S. tensions “explosive,” says Moscow will not mediate.
Panama rejects China’s threats after Supreme Court cancels Hong Kong CK Hutchison canal port contracts.
