Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 25, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Confirmation Hearing on Chief of Naval Operations Nominee Admiral Daryl Caudle
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Mississippi Roger Wicker Watch Video Here WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today led a hearing to consider the nomination of Admiral Daryl Caudle to be Chief of Naval Operations. In his opening remarks, Chairman Wicker praised Admiral Caudle’s […]
MIL-OSI USA: WATCH: Congressman Castro Testifies at Texas Capitol to Stand Against Governor Abbott’s Gerrymandering Efforts
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joaquin Castro (20th District of Texas) July 24, 2025 AUSTIN, TX — Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) testified before the Texas House Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting to stand up to Governor Greg Abbott and President Trump for subverting the will of all Texans and disenfranchising the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Case dismissed: WSDOT seeks sanctions against former employee and his lawyers over baseless lawsuit
Source: Washington State News 2 OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Transportation is asking a judge to sanction both the law firm and the former employee who spent more than a year pursuing an unfounded lawsuit against the agency, only to later drop the case when confronted with evidence he likely destroyed text messages […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Two ex-militia leaders in Central African Republic sentenced for war crimes, crimes against humanity
Source: United Nations 2 Alfred Yekatom and Patrice-Edouard Ngaïssona received prison sentences of 15 and 12 years for their roles in brutal attacks against civilians – primarily from the country’s mainly Muslim Seleka population – during the 2013-14 civil war. They were found guilty “beyond any reasonable doubt” of leading and facilitating attacks on civilians […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: AUKUS treaty deepens UK-Australia defence partnership to generate £20 billion in trade and create 7,000 new jobs
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release AUKUS treaty deepens UK-Australia defence partnership to generate £20 billion in trade and create 7,000 new jobs Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary in Australia alongside UK’s Carrier Strike Group – demonstrating government’s commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. Signing of new UK-Australia AUKUS treaty […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: USS Thomas Hudner Returns from Deployment to 4th and 6th Fleet
Source: United States Navy The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) returned to Naval Station Mayport July 23, concluding a five-month deployment across multiple geographic theaters, including the U.S. 4th and 6th Fleet areas of operations. The crew departed Feb. 18, 2025, with their mission focused on strengthening international maritime security and […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Operation Healthy Tennessee: Where readiness meets relief
Source: United States Airforce EVENSVILLE, Tenn. (AFNS) — More than 200 service members from the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army Reserve and U.S. Air Force Reserve participated in Operation Healthy Tennessee, as part of the Department of Defense’s Innovative Readiness Training program, held July 11–21. Over the course of the mission, they provided no-cost medical, dental, optometry and […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Air Force stands up A6 for warfighter communications, cyber systems
Source: United States Airforce The Department of the Air Force has created a new AF/A6 Deputy Chief of Staff office dedicated to warfighter communications and cyber systems.ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — This structure is designed to address operational communications and cyber needs effectively throughout the force. The creation of the AF/A6 office separates the responsibilities […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: US-Philippine Airmen strengthen ties during Cope Thunder 25-2
Source: United States Airforce PACAF participated in Cope Thunder 25-2, a unique platform that integrates U.S. and Philippine Air Forces and enhances interoperability through bilateral fighter training, subject matter expert exchanges and key leadership engagements.CLARK AIR BASE, Philippines (AFNS) — U.S. Pacific Air Forces and Philippine Air Force members participated in Cope Thunder 25-2, a bilateral […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Navy Aims to Harness Innovation, Modernize Fleet Capabilities
Source: United States Department of Defense Years of shrinking fleet size, diminished shipbuilding capacity and on-time repair delivery are persistent challenges for the Navy and the nation, said Navy Adm. Daryl L. Caudle, who spoke at a Senate Armed Services Committee nomination hearing in Washington. MIL Security OSI –
MIL-OSI USA: Cornyn, Graham Call for Special Counsel to Investigate Obama Administration’s Role in Russia Collusion Hoax
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas John Cornyn WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), both senior members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today called on U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to appoint a special counsel to investigate the Obama administration’s involvement in the Russia collusion hoax: “For […]
MIL-OSI USA: Sen. Markey, Reps. Tonko, Fitzpatrick, Bacon, Introduce Community Mental Wellness & Resilience Act
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Massachusetts Ed Markey Bipartisan legislation bolsters mental wellness & resilience to traumas caused by climate disasters Washington (July 24, 2025) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Environment and Public Works Committee and co-Chair of the Environmental Justice Caucus, along with Representatives Paul D. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Tuberville Introduces Huntsville’s Bill Roark During HELP Hearing
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Alabama Tommy Tuberville WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)introduced Mr. Bill Roark of Huntsville, Alabama, as a witness appearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee. The hearing was about empowering workers by expanding employee ownership. Read excerpts from the hearing below or watch on YouTube or Rumble. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Tuberville Speaks to DOD Chief of Naval Operations Nominee
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Alabama Tommy Tuberville WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) participated in a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing today to consider the nomination of Admiral Daryl Caudle to be Chief of Naval Operations. During the hearing, Sen. Tuberville and Admiral Caudle discussed the need to work with our allies as we work to improve […]
MIL-OSI USA: Tuberville Chairs First HELP Subcommittee Hearing
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Alabama Tommy Tuberville WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) led his first hearing as Chairman of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Subcommittee on Education and the American Family with lead advocates for reform in the nation’s educational system. During the hearing, entitled “Empowering Families for […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congresswoman Tenney Introduces FORKS Made in America Permanency Act
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-22) Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today introduced the FORKS Made in America Permanency Act to permanently bolster American manufacturing that produces stainless steel flatware and equips our military with high-quality products. This bill would permanently add stainless steel flatware to the Berry Amendment. […]
MIL-OSI USA: BREAKING: Rep. Miller Joins Senator Hawley in Effort to Ban Chinese Ownership of American Land
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) introduced the House companion to Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) Protecting Our Farms and Homes from China Act. This legislation would ban Chinese corporations and individuals affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from purchasing […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – CAP cuts as a result of increased military spending and the consequences of this on the sustainability of the agricultural sector – E-002998/2025
Source: European Parliament Question for written answer E-002998/2025to the CommissionRule 144Irene Montero (The Left) Article 39 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union establishes that the common agricultural policy (CAP) should ensure a fair standard of living for the agricultural community, assure the availability of supplies and ensure supplies at reasonable prices. […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Long-term financing and development of Rail Baltica in light of EU and NATO strategic objectives – E-002997/2025
Source: European Parliament Question for written answer E-002997/2025to the CommissionRule 144Michał Dworczyk (ECR) Russia’s war against Ukraine has confirmed the crucial importance of military mobility for maintaining NATO and EU security. Therefore, Rail Baltica – as a pan-European project of strategic geopolitical and economic importance – not only strengthens the single market, but is also […]
MIL-OSI USA: Bacon, Tonko, Fitzpatrick, and Markey Introduce Community Mental Wellness & Resilience Act
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Don Bacon (2nd District of Nebraska) Bacon, Tonko, Fitzpatrick, and Markey Introduce Community Mental Wellness & Resilience Act Bipartisan legislation bolsters mental wellness & resilience to traumas caused by natural disasters WASHINGTON, DC — Representatives Don Bacon (R-NE), Paul D. Tonko (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Senator Edward Markey […]