Politics

Belarus Claims AR Game ‘Pokémon GO’ Spied on its Military Assets

Belarus' defense ministry has claimed that the 2016 augmented reality (AR) mobile game Pokémon GO was used for espionage.

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Responsible AI in Military Summit Highlights Human Control, Endorsed by 61 Countries

South Korea has hosted an international two-day summit where 61 countries endorsed a legally non-binding document about Responsible AI in the Military Domain (REAIM).

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Colombian Government, Rebel Group to Resume Peace Talks

Colombia's government and a major guerrilla group said they would resume peace negotiations that have been stalled since July.

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UK Announces Partial Suspension of Arms Exports to Israel

Britain said it would suspend some arms exports to Israel, citing a "clear risk" that they could be used in a serious breach of international humanitarian law.

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Nigeria, Niger Armies Discuss Security Cooperation

Nigeria's top military commander has met Niger's army chief to strengthen security cooperation as violence from a Sahel jihadist war worsens.

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Australia, Indonesia Agree Defense Pact

Australia and Indonesia unveiled a new defense agreement, pledging closer cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region as a new leader prepares to take over in Jakarta.

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Putin in Baku Offers to Mediate Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Deal

Russian Presiden Putin said that Moscow was still committed to its historic role of mediating peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia.

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Why the US and Its Allies Are Losing the New International Hostage Game

The current practice of prisoner swaps, where innocent Western citizens are exchanged for convicted criminals from authoritarian regimes like Russia and Iran, is dangerous and counterproductive.

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Military in Control of Bangladesh as Long-Time Ruler Hasina Flees

Bangladesh's military was in control of the country on Tuesday after mass protests forced long-time ruler Sheikh Hasina to resign and flee.

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US Sanctions Firms in China, Iran for Aiding Tehran’s Drone Program

The US sanctioned five people and seven companies in China and Iran, accusing them of aiding Tehran's ballistic missile and drone programs. 

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