The Military Reporter

Musk Points at Vance, Calls Him “Future President” Amid Free Speech Spat and Ukraine Drama Musk Calls Vance ‘Future President’ Amid Free Speech Clash and Ukraine Drama Elon Musk—tech titan, DOGE chief, and full-time chaos merchant—tossed a political grenade Friday. He called Vice President J.D. Vance “our future President” on X, a platform he owns and occasionally remembers to pay for. The remark followed a week of Vance clashing with Britain’s prime minister, lecturing Ukraine’s leader, and generally acting like a man who’d rather be holding a different job. It started Thursday in the Oval Office. Keir Starmer, the UK’s new Labour leader, sat across from Donald Trump and Vance. The topic: free speech. Vance, leaning into his role as America’s tech cop, jabbed at British policies he claims throttle American companies. “What you do affects us,” he said, as if explaining WiFi to a caveman. Starmer shrugged. “We’ve had free speech forever,” he replied, sounding like a librarian refusing t...

High-Level Meeting Aims to Resolve Embassy Disputes and Ease Tensions  US and Russia announces new round of talks High-ranking diplomats from Russia and the United States are scheduled to convene in Istanbul, Turkey, on February 27, aiming to resolve ongoing disputes over their embassies' operations in Moscow and Washington. This development was announced by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during a press conference in Doha, Qatar. Lavrov emphasized that the discussions would tackle "systemic issues" resulting from actions by the previous U.S. administration, which he described as creating "artificial obstacles" for the Russian embassy's functions. The outcome of these talks is expected to influence the pace and effectiveness of normalizing diplomatic relations between the two nations. The diplomatic friction between Russia and the U.S. has a long history, marked by mutual expulsions of embassy staff even before the escalation of the Ukraine conflict i...

Competing Resolutions Expose Deepening Rifts Over War Narrative U.S. and EU Clash Over Ukraine at the UN In a surprising twist, the United States has called on the European Union to retract its United Nations resolution concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This development, reported by the Financial Times on Monday, highlights a growing rift between traditional allies over how to address the war that has gripped Eastern Europe for three years. The crux of the disagreement lies in two competing resolutions slated for discussion at a UN General Assembly session. The EU, in collaboration with Kyiv, has drafted a resolution to mark the conflict's third anniversary, unequivocally placing the blame on Russia for the hostilities—a stance that Moscow vehemently denies. In contrast, the U.S. has introduced its own resolution, submitted last Friday, which advocates for a swift cessation of the conflict, equates the actions of Ukraine and Russia, and mourns the "tragic loss of lif...

Suspect on Terror Watchlist Apprehended After Rampage at French Market Terror Strikes Mulhouse – One Dead, Five Injured in Knife Attack In the heart of Mulhouse, France, a knife-wielding man unleashed chaos on Saturday afternoon, leaving one person dead and several others injured. The assailant, a 37-year-old Algerian national known to anti-terrorism authorities, was swiftly apprehended. The attack erupted around 4:00 PM local time during a demonstration supporting the Democratic Republic of Congo. Witnesses reported the attacker shouting "Allahu Akbar" as he targeted municipal police officers and parking enforcement agents. A 69-year-old Portuguese man, who bravely intervened, tragically lost his life. Two parking control agents and three municipal police officers sustained injuries, with one officer in critical condition. President Emmanuel Macron condemned the incident, unequivocally labeling it an "Islamist terrorist act." The suspect, already on the Terrorist R...

Zelensky Rejects U.S. Demand for Rare Minerals as Tensions Rise Trump to Ukraine: Hand Over Resources or Face Consequences President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Ukraine: sign over a substantial portion of your natural resources to the U.S., or face significant consequences. This ultimatum comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky resists a deal that would grant American companies access to Ukraine's valuable rare-earth minerals. Back in October, Zelensky suggested the possibility of such an arrangement. Earlier this month, Trump demanded $500 billion worth of these resources as repayment for U.S. aid during Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia. Speaking from the White House on Friday, Trump stated, "We're going to either sign a deal or there's gonna be a lot of problems with [Ukraine]." He expressed hope that an agreement would be reached soon, ensuring the U.S. recoups "four or five hundred billion dollars back." Trump critici...

At CPAC 2025, former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss advocates for a British movement inspired by MAGA to counteract bureaucratic overreach. Truss Calls for Trump Revolution' in the UK Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss recently took the stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland, delivering a stark message: the United Kingdom is "failing" and in dire need of a movement akin to Donald Trump's "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) to rejuvenate its political landscape.  Truss, whose brief tenure as prime minister lasted only 49 days, didn't mince words. She criticized the UK's judiciary, attributing its unchecked power to reforms initiated by former Prime Minister Tony Blair. According to Truss, these changes have empowered an "unelected bureaucracy," sidelining politicians from critical decision-making processes. She emphasized that until these reforms are reversed, Britain lacks a functioning government. The form...

A sweeping deal is on the table, but skepticism and tariffs may keep it out of reach. Trump Eyes Grand Bargain with China Nukes Tough Talk President Donald Trump is aiming for a comprehensive agreement with China that tackles nuclear weapons security, as reported by the New York Times. This proposed deal would go beyond trade, involving significant Chinese investments and increased purchases of American goods. Trump plans to discuss these matters directly with Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to multiple current and former advisers. Michael Pillsbury, a China expert who previously advised Trump, mentioned that the President expressed his desire for a mutually beneficial deal with Xi several months ago. However, challenges persist, especially since the administration hasn't clearly outlined its expectations from Beijing. China is both a major trading partner and a significant national security concern for the U.S., playing a crucial role in issues like nuclear security, techn...

Latest News : Trump Call Zelensky a Dictator

As the war with Russia nears its end, Prague prepares for a potential migration wave by tightening rules and scrapping temporary protections. Czech Republic Ends Special Treatment for Ukrainian Refugees The Czech Republic is tightening its rules for Ukrainian refugees, preparing for what might come after the war with Russia ends. Interior Minister Vit Rakusan laid it out plainly: the special treatment Ukrainians have been getting is about to stop. No more temporary protection status. No more easy passes. Once the dust settles, anyone wanting to stay will have to play by the standard immigration rules—no exceptions. Right now, over 397,000 Ukrainians are living in the Czech Republic under this temporary protection. They’ve been given housing help, social benefits, and a place to breathe while their country burns. But Rakusan isn’t sugarcoating it. He’s worried. If Ukraine lifts martial law and lets fighting-age men leave, there could be a flood of people heading west. And the Czech Repu...

As peace negotiations unfold without EU involvement, the bloc prepares a major support package and seeks a role in resolving the conflict. EU Plans €6 Billion Military Aid for Ukraine Amid US-Russia Talks The European Union (EU) is getting ready to send a big package of military help to Ukraine, worth at least €6 billion ($6.2 billion). This news comes as Russia and the United States are planning to talk about how to end the conflict in Ukraine, according to a report by Politico, which spoke to three EU diplomats. On Tuesday, Russian and American officials met in Saudi Arabia to discuss how to improve their relationship and talk about future plans to solve the Ukraine crisis. This meeting made some EU countries upset because the U.S. didn’t ask for their opinion before talking to Russia and didn’t include them in the discussions. Earlier this week, French President Emmanuel Macron called an emergency meeting in Paris. The goal was to make sure the EU had a strong voice in peace efforts...

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz Rejects Division of Security Responsibilities Between Europe and the US Scholz Rejects Split in Europe-US Security Responsibilities Over Ukraine German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has rejected the idea of a division between Europe and the United States in terms of security and responsibility over the Ukraine conflict. Speaking on Monday at an emergency NATO meeting in France, Scholz stressed the need for transatlantic solidarity, ruling out any interpretation that the US would not be willing to join the way of all the other Western states behind Ukraine. The gathering, called by  President Emmanuel Macron, was intended to provide a united European front after President Donald Trump’s administration changed course on international policy. Trump’s team is apparently seeking a peace agreement with Russia to swiftly terminate the Ukraine war. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has suggested Washington sees no role for American or NATO troops in any post ceasefir...

White House Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has confirmed there will be talks on ending the Ukraine conflict in Saudi Arabia. He will be heading to the kingdom on Sunday alongside US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. “I’m leaving tonight,”  Witkoff stated in an interview with Fox News.  “We’re hopeful that we’ll achieve significant progress,”  he added. Witkoff did not disclose whom they would be meeting with or the topics of discussion. Senior US officials are scheduled to meet with their Russian counterparts in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, next week to initiate discussions on ending the Ukraine conflict, the Washington Post reported on Sunday, citing an unnamed US official. The upcoming talks in Saudi Arabia will be among the first high-level, in-person discussions between Russian and US officials in years, serving as a precursor to a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his American counterpart Donald Trump.  The two presidents spoke by phone on ...

This comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets US President Donald Trump this week. India, the world's largest arms importer, relies heavily on Russia. Last month, Trump asked Modi, who is due in Washington on Wednesday for a two-day visit, to buy more U.S.-made security equipment and move “toward a fair trading relationship.” India and the United States have long been in talks about jointly producing Stryker combat vehicles, which are made by General Dynamics and also used by the US military. aircraft engines The two countries are also finalizing a contract to jointly produce fighter jet engines in India for the Indian Air Force, a deal agreed in 2023, according to two sources who asked not to be identified. "We certainly hope to expedite the deal that we would like to conclude with the United States," India's Defence Production Minister Sanjiv Kumar told reporters on Sunday, adding that efforts were underway in this regard. Officials from India's state-owned H...

Leaders of the East and Southern African bloc called for direct talks to resolve the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo with the participation of the Rwandan -backed M23 rebels at a summit in Tanzania on Saturday . In the final communiqué of the summit held in Dar es Salaam, the leaders of the eight member states of the East African Community and the 16 member states of the Southern African Development Community affirmed solidarity and unwavering commitment to continue supporting the Democratic Republic of the Congo in its efforts to protect its independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. In their joint statement, the two blocs called for the withdrawal of "foreign armed forces that entered the territory of the Democratic Republic of the Congo without justification," stressing their commitment to protecting its sovereignty. They also agreed to merge two existing peace processes and consider bringing in additional mediators from other parts of the contin...

More than 50 people were killed near the northeastern Mali city of Gao on Friday after armed assailants ambushed a convoy escorted by a battalion of the Malian army and Russia's Wagner Group, a local official and residents said . The attack took place near the village of Kobi, about 30 kilometres from Gao, in an area where Islamic State and al-Qaeda militants have been active for more than a decade, destabilising Mali and its neighbours Burkina Faso and Niger. According to local sources, the convoy was suddenly attacked by gunmen; an exchange of fire took place between the two sides, and 5 trucks belonging to the Malian army were destroyed. "People jumped out of vehicles to escape. A large number of civilians were killed and injured," said the local official, who declined to be named for security reasons. The official said up to 56 bodies had been counted at Gao hospital, adding that there were also an unknown number of military casualties. A Gao resident said about 50 pe...

  US President Donald Trump said there is no need to rush to implement the Gaza Strip plan he announced, which includes seizing the Strip and displacing Palestinians from it. Trump said that what he proposed regarding Gaza from a commercial angle brings peace and we will deal with the matter calmly, and he told reporters at the White House, "We are not in a hurry about it." Last Tuesday, Trump revealed during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister  Benjamin Netanyahu  at the White House his intention to seize Gaza and displace the Palestinians, which sparked widespread regional and international rejection. Trump is promoting a plan to transfer the Palestinians of Gaza to neighboring countries such as Egypt and Jordan, which was rejected by both countries, and was joined by other Arab countries and regional and international organizations. Meanwhile, a senior State Department official said late Thursday that Secretary  Marco Rubio will travel to the Munich Sec...

  From helicopters churning in the skies above the French Quarter to Louisiana National Guard members toting M4 rifles alongside revelers gripping Hand Grenade cocktails on Bourbon Street, the full force of the massive law enforcement presence in New Orleans came into focus Wednesday as Super Bowl crowds began building. Heavy metal barricades, bollards, arches and wedges in varying configurations cluttered nearly every block of the Vieux Carre, often manned by soldiers. Federal homeland security agents also stood guard, some equipped with tactical off-road Polaris vehicles. On other streets, state agents kept watch. Dozens of canines sniffed past bags headed into downtown hotels. At a heavily guarded checkpoint on Canal and Bourbon streets, National Guard members in camouflage peered into bags as people walked past. It was at that exact spot that a radicalized Army veteran from Texas veered his F-150 around a parked police cruiser and sped down Bourbon Street, killing 14 and injuri...

President Nayib Bukele proposes outsourcing America’s most dangerous criminals to CECOT for a fee, sparking debate over human rights and international prison policies. The President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, has proposed that the US   “outsources part of its prison system,”   to lock up dangerous criminals in his country’s notorious mega-jail, for a fee. The large maximum security facility was built to incarcerate suspects detained amid a government crackdown on gang violence. Bukele reportedly floated the idea during a recent meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who visited the Central American nation on his first official trip abroad on Tuesday. Rubio revealed the proposal, stating the US was  “profoundly grateful”  to Bukele for the offer. “He has offered to house in his jails dangerous American criminals in custody in our country, including those with US citizenship and legal residency,”  Rubio told reporters, adding that  “no country’s e...

 President Optimistic as U.S. Seeks Diplomatic Solution to End Conflict Trump Pushes for Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine President Donald Trump said the United States is about to start discussions with both Russia and Ukraine to try to end the conflict, and he noted that the talks are moving along in a positive direction. At a press briefing on Sunday, Trump pointed out that the US is tackling several global issues at once. He recalled a particularly busy weekend that included not only matters in Israel but also the ongoing situation between Ukraine and Russia. Trump mentioned that there are several meetings lined up with different parties, including representatives from both Ukraine and Russia, and he expressed confidence in the progress being made. Shortly after, Keith Kellogg—Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine—explained on Fox News that any peace agreement would require both Kiev and Moscow to make concessions. He stressed that both sides must compromise to reach an accord...

Amid tariffs, trade tensions, and wild social media posts, Is Canada the Next 51st State? Amid tariffs: Is Canada the Next 51st State? US President Donald Trump has once again repeated the idea of incorporating Canada as the 51st state of the United States, arguing that this move would eliminate tariffs and significantly reduce taxes for Canadians. Previously, Ottawa dismissed the suggestion, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to national sovereignty. On his social media platform Truth Social, Trump posted: “We spend hundreds of billions of dollars subsidizing Canada. Why should we continue to do that?” He implied that without US backing, Canada would face severe challenges and proposed that statehood could offer benefits such as considerably lower taxes, enhanced military protection, and the elimination of tariffs. This renewed proposal comes shortly after the US administration imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, citing concerns over illegal immigration and ...