US appeals court lets Trump send troops to Portland, and the immediate reaction is, well, it’s pretty clear that people are not thrilled. The general sentiment seems to be a mixture of disbelief, anger, and a deep sense of betrayal. The fact that the US appeals court sided with the former president and essentially greenlit the deployment of troops to Portland – a move widely seen as politically motivated – has ignited a firestorm of criticism. The very idea of the military being deployed against American citizens is, for many, a stark violation of democratic principles.
The central issue appears to be the judicial deference granted to the president’s decision.… Continue reading
According to Ukrainian intelligence, North Korea is preparing to send an additional 25,000 to 30,000 troops to Russia, effectively tripling its current commitment. Satellite imagery reveals ongoing activity at Russian ports and North Korean airports consistent with troop deployments. The troops are likely to be integrated into Russian combat units, potentially for offensive operations in Russian-occupied Ukraine. This follows an earlier deployment of 11,000 troops, with indications of increasing cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang, including the supply of equipment and training manuals.
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The UK is accelerating military planning to support Ukraine, considering all options, including ground troops, following discussions with a 31-country coalition. Thousands of troops would be needed for any deployment, encompassing sea, land, and air operations. Intensive planning will involve potentially redeploying British troops from existing commitments, with other nations filling those positions. This planning precedes a Paris meeting of the coalition, aiming to prepare for all eventualities, including peacekeeping operations should a peace agreement be reached.
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