Vaughn Cockayne

Security officials aim to thwart drone attacks at U.S. events

As the U.S. gears up to host massive events in the next few years, lawmakers and security officials want to ensure defense from next-generation threats while keeping the experience pleasant for attendees.

July 25, 2025

Iran outlines conditions for renewed nuclear talks with U.S.

Iran is prepared to restart nuclear negotiations with the U.S., as long as certain conditions are met.

July 24, 2025

Mysterious blasts hit Iran one month after Israeli ceasefire

Iran has faced explosions at industrial centers, apartment complexes, an airport and an oil refinery, all a month after its ceasefire with Israel.

July 23, 2025

New U.K. proposal seeks to ban ransomware payments

The U.K. government issued a new proposal this week that would require victims of ransomware attacks to notify law enforcement so they could disrupt the criminals' activities before the ransom is paid.

July 23, 2025

Turkey vows to intervene in Syria against ‘acts toward division’

Turkey on Tuesday promised to battle groups trying to divide Syria following sectarian violence last week.

July 22, 2025

SpaceX to launch satellites on Tuesday after last-minute cancellation

SpaceX said it expects to launch European communication satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket on Tuesday, one day after a last-minute cancellation.

July 22, 2025

Iran warns Europe not to trigger snapback mechanism over nuclear program

Iran's Foreign Ministry said Tuesday that reimposing sanctions would create unnecessary complications and further postpone a solution to the Islamic republic's nuclear program.

July 22, 2025

Syrian president pledges protection for Druze minority, condemns Israeli strikes

Syria's interim president promised to protect members of the Druze minority as government forces began a withdrawal from the volatile Sweida province following Wednesday's ceasefire agreement.

July 17, 2025

Syrian adviser: Israeli airstrikes impede search for Assad-era chemical weapons

Israel's newest round of bombing in Damascus this week has hindered efforts to discover chemical weapons supposedly hidden by the since-deposed Assad regime, a top Syrian government adviser said.

July 17, 2025

Iran complains to U.N. about Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet firm

Iran has filed a formal complaint with the United Nations against Elon Musk's Starlink, alleging the satellite internet provider has been operating illegally in its territory over the last month.

July 17, 2025

Ceasefire in Syria follows Israel’s bombing of Damascus

Syria and the leaders of the Druze religious minority signed a ceasefire agreement Wednesday following Israeli airstrikes in Damascus.

July 16, 2025

Iranian parliament: No negotiations with U.S. until preconditions met

Iran formally ruled out any further participation in U.S. nuclear negotiations unless a series of preconditions are met, Iran's parliament ruled this week.

July 16, 2025

Russia rejects Trump’s ceasefire demand

The Kremlin turned thumbs-down on President Trump's demand that Moscow accept a ceasefire in Ukraine within the next 50 days.

July 15, 2025

Department of Defense agency to partner with artificial intelligence companies

A Department of Defense agency has awarded contracts to leading artificial intelligence companies to address key national security issues.

July 15, 2025

Pentagon says DOD officials will no longer speak at Aspen Security Forum, cites difference in values

The Pentagon withdrew many of its officials from their speaking engagements at the Aspen Security Forum this week, citing a clear difference in values between the conference and the administration.

July 15, 2025

Navy’s next-generation submarine faces significant delays as U.S. looks to bolster shipbuilding

The Navy's next-generation attack submarine won't be hitting the water for at least another decade, possibly creating issues for U.S. undersea dominance in the coming decade.

July 11, 2025

Pentagon chief Hegseth issues new order aimed at boosting small drone production

All U.S. Army squads could be equipped with small attack drones by the end of next year as the Pentagon looks to expand drone production and cut red tape under a new directive from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

July 11, 2025

Kyiv weathers bombardment from Russia as Europe recommits to defense

Ukraine endured another air assault from Russia on Thursday before European leaders committed to sending billions of dollars in military aid to Kyiv.

July 10, 2025

Iranian president: IAEA should drop double standard

Iran's president continued his verbal assault on the International Atomic Energy Agency on Thursday, calling on the U.N.-backed watchdog to end its double standard against his country.

July 10, 2025

Rebels, Jihadists abuse Starlink loopholes in Africa, India

Starlink internet terminals have become the latest tool of choice for terror groups in Africa, according to a new report, marking a significant security concern for the Elon Musk-led company as it looks to expand its services on the continent.

July 10, 2025