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Why Trump’s Dover ceremony could sharpen the Iran war decision point
Trump’s Dover ceremony for fallen U.S. troops raises pressure over Iran war escalation, public support, military costs and midterm risk.
Iran war funding explained: What is inside Donald Trump’s $87.6bn request?
The Iran war has cost the US $37.5bn, yet the Pentagon wants $67.1bn more. Congress must decide whether funding can substitute for a credible endgame.
Why Trump’s massive Iran war funding request could trigger a new Republican revolt
Trump’s $87.6 billion funding request puts Iran war costs, Pentagon spending, farmer aid and congressional resistance under scrutiny.
China targets MP Materials and USA Rare Earth as trade conflict moves into critical minerals
China has blocked dual-use exports to MP Materials, USA Rare Earth and other US entities, escalating the conflict over critical minerals and defence.
US military boat strike kills two and leaves six survivors as legal scrutiny grows
A US military strike killed two and left six survivors at sea, intensifying questions over evidence, rescue duties and Trump’s maritime drug war.
Appeals court blocks removal of transgender troops while leaving enlistment restrictions in place
Current troops are protected, but recruits remain blocked. The transgender military ruling leaves the Pentagon in legal limbo.
Iran war leaves US facing years-long missile replenishment challenge
United States firepower won attention in Iran. The harder test is whether depleted missile stocks can be rebuilt before the next crisis.
Did the Pentagon’s new UFO files answer anything, or deepen the UAP mystery?
Pentagon UFO files are public again. The bigger question is whether transparency can explain UAP sightings without fueling speculation.
Brazilian Rare Earths (ASX: BRE) builds toward Q3 pilot plant commissioning as Monte Alto trial mining licence sets up the next leg
China controls rare earth supply. The Pentagon set a NdPr floor at US$110/kg. Brazilian Rare Earths (ASX: BRE) sits in the middle, with a pilot plant due Q3 2026.
Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) stock faces defence re-rating test as hypersonics and low-cost missile deals reshape growth story
Leidos has fresh missile catalysts, but LDOS still trades far below its high. The real test is whether production scale changes the story.