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Rheinmetall and Anduril are collaborating to create defense systems for Europe, amid increasing security expenditures across the continent.
Israel is experiencing a critical shortage of Arrow interceptors, leading to urgent efforts to bolster its defense capabilities in light of escalating tensions with Iran.
The geopolitical landscape is shifting as Trump's call for military action against Iran intensifies, raising concerns about a potential escalation of conflict in the region.
The EU is proposing stricter regulations on Russian oil and gas imports, aiming to reduce dependency and bolster sanctions in response to the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
The U.S. Treasury is facing economic pressures, with retail sales declining sharply, triggering fears of recession and influencing market forecasts related to interest rates.

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Rheinmetall, Anduril Team Up to Jointly Produce Defense Systems for Europe wsj.com 3 hours ago by Adrià Calatayud
The systems will be jointly developed and produced by the two companies, with suppliers and industrial partners throughout Europe as the conti…
Israel Is Running Low on Defensive Interceptors, Official Says wsj.com 4 hours ago by Shelby Holliday
A shortage of Arrow interceptors has set off a scramble to augment Israel’s defenses.
Iranian Exiles Watch Israel’s Attacks With Joy Tainted by Fear wsj.com 6 hours ago by Bertrand Benoit
In Germany, many expatriates welcomed signs the Islamic regime is weakening but doubted Israel’s motives and feared for relatives back home.
Zelensky’s G-7 Visit Is Overshadowed by Trump’s Exit wsj.com 7 hours ago by Kim Mackrael
World leaders had hoped to secure U.S. backing for tougher sanctions on Russia, which struck Ukraine with missiles and drones overnight.
Trump Calls for Iran to ‘Surrender’ as He Weighs Military Action wsj.com 8 hours ago by Michael R. Gordon
The U.S. won’t kill Iran’s Khamenei “at least for now,” the president said, as confrontation over the nuclear program escalates.
This ‘Bunker Buster’ U.S. Bomb Could Cripple Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions wsj.com 10 hours ago by Benoit Faucon
The 30,000-pound Massive Ordnance Penetrator is considered by analysts to be the best shot at getting through to targets buried deep under mou…
British Police Investigate Fires at Properties Linked to Prime Minister wsj.com a month ago by Max Colchester
British counterterrorism police are probing a string of suspected arson attacks on two properties linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
U.K. Plans to Tighten Rules After Record Influx of Migrants wsj.com a month ago by Max Colchester
Britain’s government said a record influx of foreigners since Brexit had done little to energize the economy.
Men Found Guilty of Felling Famous Tree in ‘Moronic Mission’ That Gripped U.K. wsj.com a month ago by Alistair MacDonald
The pair’s destruction of the beloved Sycamore Gap tree stoked nationwide anger and a criminal investigation.
BOE Set For Modest Rate Cuts As Inflation Stays High, NIESR Says wsj.com a month ago by Paul Hannon
Inflation is likely to remain stubbornly high this year, the National Institute of Economic and Social Research said as it cut is 2025 growth …
‘Trump With a Pint’: How Nigel Farage Is Upending British Politics wsj.com 2 months ago by David Luhnow
The populist politician’s Reform UK party is soaring in the polls—and doing better at the ballot box—as voters lose patience with slow economi…
Live Q&A: Ask Us Your Questions About the Iran-Israel Conflict wsj.com 12 hours ago by Lara Seligman
WSJ subscribers can submit their questions to our reporters in the comments space.
With Israel’s Major Airport Shut Down, Citizens and Tourists Scramble to Get Home wsj.com 15 hours ago by Dov Lieber
It is the first time in Israel’s 76-year history that its main international airport has been closed without any timeline for reopening.
Israel Built Its Case for War With Iran on New Intelligence. The U.S. Didn’t Buy It. wsj.com 16 hours ago by Alexander Ward
The gap between Israel’s assessment of Iran’s nuclear program and that of the U.S. helps explain why the two allies haven’t been aligned in re…
Europe Backs Israel Against Iran Despite Anger Over Gaza wsj.com 16 hours ago by Max Colchester
No European government wants to see a nuclear-armed regime in Tehran—but leaders’ support for Israel has limits.
Where Israel Struck Iran’s Nuclear Program: A Visual Breakdown wsj.com 17 hours ago by Laurence Norman
A look at the sites that took a hit from the recent attack.
An Island With Strong Ties to Europe Counts Its Dead After Air India Crash wsj.com 3 days ago by Shan Li
The only survivor of Air India Flight 171 was born on a tropical island dotted with palm trees and fishing boats. So were 14 passengers who di…
Kim Jong Un Claims His Capsized Warship Is Fixed wsj.com 5 days ago by Dasl Yoon
The destroyer, which capsized last month during a launch ceremony, didn’t leave the shipyard’s dry dock, leaving doubts over whether it is ope…
Loudspeakers Go Quiet on Korean Border, Ending a Year of Audio Aggression wsj.com 6 days ago by Timothy W. Martin
For a year or so, the two countries engaged in daily standoffs—the North pumping out animal wails and the South blaring boy-band music and new…
China’s Lock on Rare Earths Dictated Path Toward Trade Truce wsj.com 7 days ago by Jon Emont
Control of minerals used in electronics has given Beijing powerful leverage in trade negotiations with the U.S.
Taiwan Tries to Purge Its Ranks of China Sympathizers wsj.com 9 days ago by Joyu Wang
The government is stepping up scrutiny of members of the civil service and military for signs of misplaced allegiances.
Opinion | Iran Is Trump’s Deterrence Moment wsj.com 12 hours ago by The Editorial Board
The President can reverse Biden’s Afghan legacy by helping Israel eliminate Tehran’s nuclear threat.
Opinion | A New Hope for Middle Eastern Studies wsj.com 12 hours ago by The Editorial Board
Pepperdine and the Washington Institute try to salvage the field.
Opinion | Trump Can Launch the Aukus Security Agreement to the Stars wsj.com 12 hours ago by Scott Morrison
No American president since JFK has shown more commitment to space, and the alliance needs to be looking to new theaters.
Opinion | Will the U.S. Help Israel Eliminate Iran’s Nuclear Threat? wsj.com 13 hours ago
Paul Gigot speaks with Foundation for Defense of Democracies CEO Mark Dubowitz on this episode of the Potomac Watch podcast.
Opinion | My 2001 Hit Song, ‘Superman,’ Is for the Hostages in Gaza wsj.com 13 hours ago by John Ondrasik
It became an anthem for the heroes of 9/11. Sadly, America lost that unity after Oct. 7.
Opinion | Trump vs. Israel vs. Iran wsj.com 13 hours ago by Holman W. Jenkins, Jr.
He’s sending many signals, but needed is a strong stand against nuclear proliferation.
Canada Considers ‘Buy Canadian’ Policy for Steel, Aluminum wsj.com 14 hours ago by Paul Vieira
Canadian officials are considering requirements that would compel government-funded infrastructure projects and defense-procurement agreements…
Violeta Chamorro, Who Led Nicaragua’s End to Cold-War Era Civil War, Dies at 95 wsj.com 4 days ago by José de Córdoba
Latin America’s first elected female president won a surprise victory over Sandinista leader Daniel Ortega and demobilized army troops.
Canada Is Gathering Global Leaders in a Province That Wants Out of the Country wsj.com 4 days ago by Vipal Monga
Alberta’s secessionists are gaining ground, contesting Prime Minister Carney’s desire to project national unity.
Carney Says Trump Meeting at G-7 Summit to Determine Fate of U.S.-Canada Tariff Deal wsj.com 6 days ago by Paul Vieira
The Canadian prime minister said officials in Ottawa and Washington are in intense talks on a new economic-and-security pact, but there is no …
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Says Breakthrough Possible in Bilateral Talks at G-7 Summit wsj.com 7 days ago by Paul Vieira
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra said that all indications point to the possibility of a good economic-and-security deal for both the U…
EU Lays Out Plan to Bolster Defense Industry wsj.com 18 hours ago by Edith Hancock
The European Union wants to ramp up defense capabilities by loosening its knot of regulations covering everything from sustainable finance to …
EU Proposes Ban on Russian Oil, Gas Imports by End 2027 wsj.com 20 hours ago by Giulia Petroni
Russian gas accounted for about 19% of EU imports last year, down from roughly 45% before Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine and oil imports have de…
Russia Is Churning Out Attack Drones. Ukraine Is Feeling the Impact. wsj.com a day ago by Jane Lytvynenko
Moscow’s drone strikes have grown exponentially thanks in part to a deal with Iran to produce its Shahed drones on Russian soil. An attack ove…
10 Dead in Rare Austria School Shooting wsj.com 8 days ago by Georgi Kantchev
The suspected attacker was a 21-year-old Austrian man and a former student at the school, authorities said.
EU Proposes Nord Stream Ban, Cutting Oil Price Cap to Hit Russia wsj.com 8 days ago by Giulia Petroni
The European Union’s executive arm proposed banning transactions with Russia’s Nord Stream gas pipelines and cutting the price cap on Russian …
Chinese Jets Tail Japanese Air Patrol in Close Encounter wsj.com 6 days ago by Jason Douglas
Japan disclosed new details about China’s unprecedented show of force close to the U.S. partner’s shores over the weekend.
China Puts Six-Month Limit on Its Ease of Rare-Earth Export Licenses wsj.com 7 days ago by Lingling Wei
A tentative deal reached in London gives Beijing continued leverage in trade negotiations.
‘Those Who Should Be Seized Should Be Seized’ Review: A People Persecuted wsj.com 8 days ago
Beijing at first denied the existence of camps for Xinjiang’s Muslims. Now the party calls them “vocational education and training centers.”
China Extends Probe Into EU Pork Imports wsj.com 8 days ago
China said it would extend a yearlong probe into pork imports from the European Union, as Beijing seeks to bolster ties with the 27-member blo…
Xi Tightens Leash on Officials’ Boozing and Lavish Living wsj.com 8 days ago by Chun Han Wong
The Chinese leader has revised frugality rules for party and state workers in a bid to extend his authority and save money.
Anne Merriman, Who Brought Hospice Care to Africa, Dies at 90 wsj.com 6 days ago by Jon Mooallem
Known in Africa as “the mother of palliative care,” she established a model for pain management and end-of-life care.
Scores Killed in Heavy Flooding in South Africa wsj.com 7 days ago by Alexandra Wexler
Torrential rain, severe winds and landslides have killed at least 49 people in the poverty-stricken Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
Tanzania’s First Female Leader Championed Human Rights. Now She’s Turning to Repression. wsj.com 7 days ago by Nicholas Bariyo
Critics of Samia Suluhu Hassan say she is clinging to power by locking up and torturing those who stand in her way.
South African Leader Pushes Back on Trump’s ‘Genocide’ Claims in Tense Meeting wsj.com a month ago by Meridith McGraw
Cyril Ramaphosa is visiting the White House after relations with the U.S. deteriorated over race, Israel and trade.
Rebels in Captured City Force Residents to Clean Sewers and Morgues at Gunpoint wsj.com a month ago by Nicholas Bariyo
M23 insurgents backed by Rwanda are wielding their new authority harshly after taking over a city in eastern Congo.
Russia’s Top Peace Negotiator Is Historian Who Justified the War wsj.com 7 days ago by Matthew Luxmoore
Vladimir Medinsky warned, in an interview, that Ukraine would lose more territory if it doesn’t agree to Moscow’s demands.
Ukraine Says It Destroyed Dozens of Warplanes Deep Inside Russia wsj.com 16 days ago by Jane Lytvynenko
The clandestine drone attack deals the biggest blow of the war against Moscow’s long-range bomber fleet.
Putin Has Retooled Russia’s Economy to Focus Only on War wsj.com 21 days ago by Thomas Grove
Moscow has expanded military recruitment and boosted weapons production. Peace could jeopardize the resulting economic gains.