Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 25, 2025.
MIL-OSI Security: U.S., Philippine Marines begin ACD 25.3 jungle training
Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines — U.S. Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D) 25.3, and Philippine Marines from the 3rd Marine Brigade will conduct bilateral training at Palawan, Philippines, during Archipelagic Coastal Defense (ACD) 25.3, scheduled from June 23 to July 15, […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Secretary-General of ASEAN meets the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in Charge of the Administration of National Defense of Morocco
Source: ASEAN Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, met with the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in Charge of the Administration of National Defense of Morocco, Abdeltif Loudyi, in Rabat, on 24 June 2025. They exchanged views on security issues, the work of the ASEAN defence sector, and potential future engagements. Please […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Speech at 2025 Looking Ahead Infrastructure Symposium: Building Common Ground
Source: New Zealand Government Opening Good morning. It’s great to be here today for the release of the draft National Infrastructure Plan – or the NIP. I’d like to thank Raveen Jaduram, Geoff Cooper, and the entire team at the Infrastructure Commission for hosting this Symposium and for their hard work on putting the NIP together. I’d also […]
MIL-OSI USA: Sullivan, Cramer, & Messmer Introduce New GOLDEN DOME Legislation
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Alaska Dan Sullivan 06.24.25 WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Representative Mark Messmer (R-Ind.)— members of the Senate and House Armed Services Committees—hosted a press conference today with their colleagues announcing the introduction of their legislation, the Ground and Orbital Launched Defeat of […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Hoyle Statement on Vote to Table Impeachment
Source: US Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) June 24, 2025 For Immediate Release: June 24, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after her vote on today’s motion to table impeachment: “My position on the strikes in Iran has been clear. My constituents, regardless of party, do not want […]
MIL-OSI USA: Hoeven Outlines Efforts to Advance Comprehensive Missile, Drone Detection & Defense Network
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for North Dakota John Hoeven 06.24.25 Senator Joins Sullivan, Cramer in Introducing GOLDEN DOME Act, Highlights Critical Role of Grand Forks, Cavalier in Integrated Defense System WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, today outlined efforts to ensure the U.S. is secure […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: In Floor Speech, Warren Slams Trump’s War in Iran, Exposes 10 Ways Big Beautiful Bill Increases Costs
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Massachusetts – Elizabeth Warren June 24, 2025 “American families don’t need another war – they need good jobs and lower prices, and that is what we should be focused on.” Video of Floor Speech (YouTube) Washington, D.C. — In a speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate, […]
MIL-OSI USA: McConnell on American Leadership; Standing with Israel and Ukraine
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Kentucky Mitch McConnell Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, delivered remarks on the Senate floor today regarding U.S. national security interests in standing with Israel, supporting Ukraine, and investing sufficiently in our own defense. Prepared text of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Minister welcomes launch of draft National Infrastructure Plan
Source: New Zealand Government Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop encourages New Zealanders to have their say on the draft National Infrastructure Plan released today by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission. “Improving the way we plan, fund, maintain and build our infrastructure is critical to boosting economic growth and increasing productivity and living standards, and so the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Chairman Aguilar Relaunches National Security Task Force To Ensure America Remains Leader Of The Free World
Source: US House of Representatives – Democratic Caucus The following text contains opinion that is not, or not necessarily, that of MIL-OSI – June 24, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar re-launched the Democratic Caucus National Security Task Force co-chaired by Reps. Jason Crow (CO-06), Maggie Goodlander (NH-02), Mikie Sherrill […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK to purchase F-35As and join NATO nuclear mission as Government steps up national security and delivers defence dividend
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK to purchase F-35As and join NATO nuclear mission as Government steps up national security and delivers defence dividend The UK will purchase 12 new F35A fighter jets and join NATO’s dual capable aircraft nuclear mission in a major boost for national security. The UK will […]
MIL-OSI USA: Reps. Titus, Van Drew Introduce Legislation to Expand Accessible Transportation Options for Individuals with Disabilities
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Dina Titus (1st District of Nevada) WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-01) and Congressman Jefferson Van Drew (NJ-02) reintroduced their Disability Access to Transportation Act (DATA). This bipartisan legislation establishes a one-stop pilot program to help paratransit riders avoid excessive wait times between multiple trips, streamlines the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Lee Introduces Accountability Reporting for NATO Freeloaders
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Utah Mike Lee WASHINGTON – As NATO convenes today, U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced legislation addressing inadequate burden sharing among the United States’ allies and NATO member nations. The Allied Burden Sharing Report Act and the NATO Burden Sharing Report Act would incentivize delinquent nations to […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Looking back on Tuesday 24 June, the start of the 2025 NATO Summit in The Hague
Source: Government of the Netherlands News item | 24-06-2025 | 23:00 The 2025 NATO Summit officially opened today in The Hague. Heads of government, ministers, experts and defence industry representatives as well as young people, academics and opinion leaders came together at various locations to discuss security, cooperation and innovation. Below is an overview of […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Making the UK the best place to do business: Modern Industrial Strategy set to deepen global collaboration
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments World news story Making the UK the best place to do business: Modern Industrial Strategy set to deepen global collaboration English Español de América Latina Modern Industrial Strategy will make the UK the best country to invest in and grow a business, delivering on the Plan for […]
MIL-OSI USA: Jayapal, Booker, and Barragán Reintroduce Legislation to Eliminate Barriers to Health Care for Immigrants
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (7th District of Washington) WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, along with Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Representative Nanette Barragán (CA-44), today introduced the Health Equity and Access under Law (HEAL) for Immigrant […]
MIL-OSI USA: Dr. Rand Paul Cosponsors Accountability Reporting for NATO Freeloaders
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Kentucky Rand Paul As NATO convenes today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul cosponsored legislation by Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) addressing inadequate burden sharing among the United States’ allies and NATO member nations. The Allied Burden Sharing Report Act and the NATO Burden Sharing Report Act would incentivize delinquent […]
MIL-OSI USA: Padilla Condemns Trump Administration’s Unlawful Withholding of Federal Funding Over Immigration Policy
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) Padilla Condemns Trump Administration’s Unlawful Withholding of Federal Funding Over Immigration Policy WATCH: Padilla slams Trump Administration’s dangerous overreach that is harming American communitiesWASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, addressed a spotlight hearing entitled, “Defending the […]
MIL-OSI USA: The One Big Beautiful Bill Advances President Trump’s Commitment to Peace through Strength
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) WASHINGTON — The world is being reminded that peace is only possible when America leads from a position of strength. And that’s why the One Big, Beautiful Bill advances President Trump’s bold Peace through Strength agenda and charts America’s path to strength, security, and sovereignty. […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Nominees for Central, European Commands Testify on Growing Adversarial Threats
Source: United States Department of Defense U.S. forces in the Middle East are laser-focused on warfighting, lethality and readiness, and they are performing superbly, Navy Vice Adm. Charles B. Cooper II, deputy commander of U.S. Central Command, said at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. MIL Security OSI –