President Donald Trump has rescinded Biden-era limits on counterterrorism drone strikes and commando raids outside conventional war zones, giving field commanders greater autonomy to carry out strikes without White House approval. This move increases the likelihood of airstrikes targeting terrorism suspects in non-traditional battlefield zones, posing a greater risk to civilians. The change was quietly implemented by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, reverting back to rules Trump put in place in 2017 and revoking those signed by Biden in 2022.
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UK's Keir Starmer says Europe is at 'crossroads in history' as leaders agree to steps to ensure Ukraine's peace
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged European leaders to strengthen their borders and support Ukraine in ending Russia's war. He emphasized the need for each nation to contribute in their own way to support Ukraine, maintain economic pressure on Russia, ensure Ukraine's sovereignty, and continue arming Ukraine to deter future invasions. Starmer's call for unity comes after a public spat between U.S. President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in...
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