Vaughn Cockayne

U.S. Space Force removes commander of Greenland base following comments critical of Vance visit

The U.S. Space Force confirmed Thursday that it had removed the commander of the Pituffik base in Greenland, citing comments critical of Vice President J.D. Vance.

April 11, 2025

Iran says it may expel nuclear inspectors if military threats continue

Iran may sever ties with the International Atomic Energy Agency if threats of external military force from the U.S. continue, an advisor to the Islamic Republic's supreme leader said Thursday.

April 10, 2025

Former employees, diplomats urge judge to block DOGE takeover of USIP

Hundreds of former diplomats and military members joined fired U.S. Institute of Peace employees in calling on a district court judge to block the Trump administration's effort to shutter the independent organization.

April 10, 2025

AI data cloud company Snowflake to provide support to Defense Department

Data cloud company Snowflake announced Thursday that it has been authorized to provide artificial intelligence-powered data storage for the Department of Defense and its related agencies.

April 10, 2025

Defense contractor Anduril tests hypersonic rocket motor for the Navy

U.S. defense technology company Anduril announced this week that it completed two successful live-fire tests of its 21-inch hypersonic rocket motor for the Navy.

April 9, 2025

Anduril announces new AI-powered underwater sensor network

U.S. defense technology company Anduril announced the production of Seabed Sentry, an AI-powered underwater sensor array that provides accurate, real-time information about the seafloor.

April 3, 2025

Russia warns of ‘irreversible global catastrophe’ if U.S. attacks Iran

Russia said Thursday that any attacks on its ally Iran would be unacceptable and illegal, warning of irreversible consequences if the U.S. were to bomb the Islamic Republic's nuclear facilities.

April 3, 2025

In-Q-Tel, the CIA’s venture capital arm, reaches 800th investment

In-Q-Tel, the venture capital firm of U.S. intelligence agencies, announced its 800th investment this week, a major milestone for the organization.

April 3, 2025

Italy boosts security at Tesla dealerships after Rome fire mars 17 cars

Italy is increasing security around Tesla dealerships following a massive fire in Rome that destroyed 17 electric vehicles.

April 2, 2025

Turkish government calls opposition-led shopping boycott ‘economic sabotage’

Turkey's main opposition party has called for a one-day shopping boycott in response to the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a move the Erdogan regime calls "economic sabotage."

April 2, 2025

Musk says U.S. Institute of Peace workers were erasing computer data to cover up crimes

Elon Musk is accusing officials at the U.S. Institute of Peace of deleting financial records to cover up criminal activity.

April 2, 2025

Trump forced to bring back fired feds on telework

President Trump has railed against federal employees who telework, but his administration said it has been forced to allow dozens of employees to work remotely after it prematurely eliminated their offices.

April 1, 2025

Judge declines to rule on transfer of USIP assets to General Services Administration

A D.C. District Court Judge refused Tuesday to rule on DOGE's efforts to transfer U.S. Institute for Peace's assets to the General Services Administration, sidestepping calls from the institute's lawyers to block the move.

April 1, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping to embark on Southeast Asia tour to strengthen regional ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to embark on a multinational tour of Southeast Asia this spring, hoping to strengthen ties between Beijing and neighboring countries.

April 1, 2025

Sweden pledges additional $1.6 billion aid package to Ukraine

Sweden announced an additional $1.6 billion in military aid to Ukraine, hoping to boost the country's air defense, artillery and satellite capabilities.

April 1, 2025

Russia-North Korea technology exchange raises security concerns, warns former CIA official

North Korea's backing of Russia in the Ukraine war is paying off, with Pyongyang receiving technical and intelligence assistance as thanks, a former CIA official told Threat Status.

March 29, 2025

Iran’s speaker warns U.S. against using military force if nuclear negotiations fail

Iran's parliamentary speaker warned American leaders that using military force if nuclear talks collapse would have dire consequences for the U.S. and its allies in the region.

March 28, 2025

Iran ready for indirect talks with U.S., official says

Iran is prepared to begin indirect talks with U.S. leaders to discuss intentions and conditions surrounding nuclear negotiations, according to the leader of Iran's state-run Strategic Council on Foreign Relations.

March 27, 2025

BBC reporter deported as Turkey cracks down on protests

Turkey arrested and deported a BBC journalist covering the anti-government demonstrations in Istanbul.

March 27, 2025

U.S. gives initial approval for Qatar to buy $2 billion worth of surveillance/attack drones

The U.S. has given initial approval to Qatar's bid to purchase $2 billion worth of surveillance/attack drones.

March 27, 2025