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Military Might, Political Fights
#military
Military Might, Political Fights
Politicians love to show off their military spending, especially when it comes to unveiling shiny new projects. Take the aircraft carrier with no aircraft—billions spent on a massive ship built to launch planes, but when it comes to actually buying the planes, that’s where the budget cuts hit. The carrier sits there, all kitted out with a runway and high-tech gadgets, but it’s basically just a giant, expensive boat with no purpose. Meanwhile, the same politicians who approved the ship are slashing the budgets for the planes it was supposed to carry, hoping nobody notices the giant floating metaphor for wasted potential. It’s classic politics: build something impressive, then hope no one asks what it actually does.
Niger's Military Leaders Release Former Ministers, Ousted President Bazoum Remains Under House Arrest
- Wednesday, 02 April 2025
Niger's military leaders have released over 50 detainees, including former ministers and senior army officers, who were arrested after the 2023 coup. The released individuals include former ministers of defense, oil, and finance, as well as several accused of plotting previous coups. However, ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been under house arrest since the takeover, was not included in the list of those freed despite international calls for his release.
Trump Ramps Up Military Presence in Middle East with Aircraft Carrier and Stealth Bombers Deployment
- Wednesday, 02 April 2025
US President Donald Trump has sent another aircraft carrier, USS Carl Vinson, to the Middle East, joining its sister carrier USS Harry S. Truman, amid fears he may strike Iran. Trump had previously threatened to attack Iran with "the likes they have never seen before" if it doesn't destroy its nuclear program and stop supporting proxy wars in the region. The US has also moved six B-2 Spirit stealth bombers to the Chagos Islands, which can carry bunker-busting bombs to Iran's military and nuclear sites.
UK Poised to Buy F-35 Jets Despite Trump's 'Kill Switch' Fears
- Monday, 31 March 2025
The UK is set to confirm its order for F-35 Lightning jets from America despite concerns that President Trump could disable them. The government plans to purchase the aircraft instead of Eurofighter Typhoons, despite union calls for a switch citing the risk of Trump "waking up in a bad mood and locking us out" of using their own fighter jets. Defence sources downplay the prospect, noting the UK's involvement in F-35 development and production.
Somaliland Rejects Somalia's Offer of US-Controlled Airbase and Port in Berbera
- Sunday, 30 March 2025
Somaliland has rejected Somalia's offer to give the US exclusive control of a port and airbase in Berbera. The Somalian government had offered the facilities as part of a deal with Trump, saying they would strengthen US security operations. However, Somaliland sees the facilities as theirs to manage, not Mogadishu's to give away.
