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Taiwan plans record defense budget to counter China, report says
Taiwan plans record defense budget to counter China, report says
Taiwan plans record defense budget to counter China, report says
Taiwan plans to spend a record NT$1.1 trillion ($34.1 billion) on its military in 2027, a semi-official media outlet reported, a move that comes as …
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed' Authored by Tom Gantert via The Epoch Times, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu restated on Aug. 9 that Israel has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace's plan for Gaza and will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed. Palestinians walk past the rubble of residential buildings destroyed during the war, at Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip on Aug. 5, 2026. Mahmoud Issa/Reuters Trump posted on Truth Social in July that an agreement had been reached for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. Trump said the agreement is part of his plan that will be implemented in phases. As disarmament takes place, Israeli forces would withdraw, while an International Stabilization Force and a new Palestinian police force would assume responsibility for security. Gaza would ultimately be governed by a new Palestinian government working with the Board of Peace. The Board of Peace is an international organization chaired by Trump that seeks to promote stability, establish lawful governance, and secure lasting peace in areas affected by conflict. Its founding members include the United States, Israel, Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and more than 20 other countries committed to international peace-building efforts, according to its website. Speaking at the start of a government meeting on Aug. 9, Netanyahu said disarmament must include all of Hamas's weapons and must be genuine rather than "fictitious." He said Israel is discussing the issue with the United States and that some U.S. proposals are acceptable to Israel, while others are not. Netanyahu also said Israeli forces would continue acting against threats to Israeli troops and civilians. He rejected the establishment of a Palestinian state. "As for the Gaza Strip: First and foremost, I wish to clarify the main point: As long as I am Prime Minister, a Palestinian state will not be established, neither in Gaza nor in Judea and Samaria," Netanyahu said in a statement. He also addressed Iran and Lebanon, pledging to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and saying Israel is conducting an important military operation in Lebanon aimed at eliminating threats. Israel has been conducting operations in Lebanon. Two Israeli reservists were killed and four others were seriously wounded during operations recently in southern Lebanon, according to the Israeli military. Lebanese authorities said an Israeli strike also killed one person and wounded 12 others in the town of Tibnin, Lebanon. Israel gave an evacuation warning to residents before the strike. The incidents come as the United States conducts talks aimed at reducing hostilities along the Israel-Lebanon border and advancing a broader peace agreement. U.S. officials said the discussions include the disarmament of Hezbollah and other Iran-backed threats, the redeployment of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, and the implementation of a pilot zone process transferring security responsibilities to the Lebanese army. Tyler Durden Sun, 08/09/2026 - 22:10
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won't Withdraw Until Hamas Is 'Genuinely Disarmed'
Iran appoints former Revolutionary Guards chief Mohsen Rezaei as top national security official
The former commander in chief of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, Mohsen Rezaei, has been named head of the country's highest national security body, the Iranian presidency announced on Sunday. "In light of the resignation of Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr from his position as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and his appointment to new functions, President Masoud Pezeshkian has named Mohsen Rezaei as the head of this body," presidency spokesman Mehdi Tabatabaei said on X. Also read: Iran ties Hormuz reopening to US concessions on several demands Rezaei, 71, led the Guards from 1981 to 1997 -- a tenure that included almost all of the Iran-Iraq war -- before going on to occupy several high-ranking political posts. He then served as military adviser to supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. Rezaei declared in July that control of the Strait of Hormuz, now at the centre of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States, was "more important than dozens of atomic bombs". His predecessor, Zolghadr, was also a former Guards commander and took up leadership of the council in March. He will now become a political adviser to Khamenei, according to a statement released by the supreme leader's office on Sunday. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) "In light of the resignation of Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr from his position as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and his appointment to new functions, President Masoud Pezeshkian has named Mohsen Rezaei as the head of this body," presidency spokesman Mehdi Tabatabaei said on X. Also read: Iran ties Hormuz reopening to US concessions on several demands Rezaei, 71, led the Guards from 1981 to 1997 -- a tenure that included almost all of the Iran-Iraq war -- before going on to occupy several high-ranking political posts. He then served as military adviser to supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. Rezaei declared in July that control of the Strait of Hormuz, now at the centre of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States, was "more important than dozens of atomic bombs". His predecessor, Zolghadr, was also a former Guards commander and took up leadership of the council in March. He will now become a political adviser to Khamenei, according to a statement released by the supreme leader's office on Sunday. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) Prime ExclusivesInvestment IdeasStock Report PlusePaperWealth Edition
Russia’s War Against Ukraine: Diplomatic Talks And U.S. Policy – Analysis
Russia’s War Against Ukraine: Diplomatic Talks And U.S. Policy – Analysis By Andrew S. Bowen and Cory Welt Key Takeaways: - More than four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, neither side appears close to a decisive military victory; formal U.S.-mediated peace talks have stalled since February 2026 amid the Iran conflict, with limited prospects for an immediate resumption. - The Trump Administration continues security assistance to Ukraine at reduced levels, largely through NATO-funded procurement of U.S. equipment, while maintaining most sanctions on Russia (with temporary oil-related relief earlier in 2026) and exploring limited defense-industrial cooperation. - Congress is weighing continued support, potential new sanctions legislation, and the costs and benefits of further U.S. mediation, including implications for NATO relations and long-term European security guarantees for Ukraine. The Russian Federation (Russia) launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. More than four years later, Russia and Ukraine remain engaged in Europe’s largest war since World War II. With estimates of up to 2 million or more killed or wounded, and with Russia controlling about 20% of Ukraine’s territory, neither side appears poised to achieve a decisive military victory. In 2026, Ukrainian forces have limited—and in some cases reversed—Russian gains and markedly expanded a campaign of long-range attacks against Russian oil facilities and logistics infrastructure. The second Trump Administration has engaged in efforts to facilitate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Formal negotiations were last held in February 2026; whether negotiations will resume—and, if so, when—is uncertain. Members of Congress may evaluate the prospects for, and potential costs and benefits of, continued U.S. mediation between Russia and Ukraine, including implications for U.S. strategic interests. Aspects of Negotiations Building on discussions in 2025, Russian, Ukrainian, and U.S. officials met for the first time in a trilateral format in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in January 2026. Two rounds of U.S.-mediated talks followed, but formal peace talks have not resumed since U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran began in late February 2026. In an August 2025 meeting with President Trump in Anchorage, AK, Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly proposed a ceasefire along the line of contact in two of Ukraine’s southern regions, if Ukraine transferred populated areas of its eastern Donetsk region to Russia. This proposal appeared to be included as an element of subsequent talks, but Ukrainian authorities rejected it, maintaining (among other reasons) that the transfer of this heavily fortified “fortress belt” would greatly diminish Ukraine’s ability to defend itself from further Russian aggression. In May 2026 remarks to the press, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Russia-Ukraine talks had not been “fruitful” and the Trump Administration was “not interested in getting involved in an endless cycle of meetings that lead to nothing.” In July 2026, Secretary Rubio referred to the “failed” efforts that began in Anchorage but said “if the opportunity presents itself and the conditions are right,” the United States was “prepared to offer some [new ideas] in the right setting and forum.” In June 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed meeting with President Putin in a neutral country to kickstart negotiations and called for “a full ceasefire for the duration of the negotiations.” President Putin reportedly rejected the proposal and suggested Russia would continue fighting until it achieved its stated goals. Security Cooperation. The Trump Administration has announced new security assistance for Ukraine, at levels lower than from FY2022 to FY2024, while continuing to provide certain previously committed assistance. In 2025, the United States and NATO allies launched the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative, whereby NATO allies fund procurement of U.S. defense articles for Ukraine. As of July 2026, NATO allies and partners had contributed more than $6 billion in PURL-related assistance. Some NATO and European officials reportedly have expressed concern that U.S. military operations against Iran could lead to procurement shortages and delays that may affect assistance to Ukraine. Ukrainian officials state they are running low on air defense munitions to intercept Russian ballistic and hypersonic missiles. Ukraine has concluded some, and is seeking more, joint production and defense agreements and has removed barriers to exporting surplus defense production. Some reports indicate U.S. and Ukrainian officials are exploring ways to improve defense industry cooperation. In July 2026, President Trump indicated the United States was considering options to allow Ukraine to coproduce Patriot missiles but subsequently noted this would be a “big step” and “we have to be very careful.” Ukrainian officials have sought guarantees against further Russian aggression, including through the deployment of Western peacekeeping forces and closer integration with NATO and the European Union. President Trump and other Administration officials have expressed the view that NATO membership for Ukraine is unrealistic while indicating support for the provision of some kind of European-led security guarantees, potentially with U.S. involvement. U.S. Sanctions Against Russia. The Trump Administration generally has maintained previously established U.S. sanctions on Russia. The U.S. Department of the Treasury listed some new entities for sanctions, most notably two of Russia’s largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, and several subsidiaries. After the start of U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran, the Treasury Department, to help stabilize oil markets, issued a series of general licenses temporarily relaxing sanctions on certain Russian oil exports. The last of these licenses expired on June 17, 2026, and was not renewed. Prisoners, Detainees, and Forcibly Transferred Populations. Talks have addressed the exchange of prisoners of war, the remains of deceased persons, and the release of Ukrainian civilian detainees and forcibly transferred populations, including children. Potential Considerations for Congress Members of Congress may assess the costs and benefits of potential outcomes of U.S.-mediated negotiations and the likelihood of a sustainable ceasefire or peace agreement. Members may evaluate the potential impact of negotiations on other U.S. policy interests, including relations with NATO allies. The Trump Administration and Congress may assess whether and on what terms to provide continued support to Ukraine alongside U.S. allies. For FY2026 and FY2027, Congress authorized $400 million annually in security assistance for Ukraine (P.L. 119-60, §1243); for FY2026, Congress appropriated $400 million in European capacity building, to include Ukraine (P.L. 119-75, Division A). On June 4, 2026, the House of Representatives passed the Ukraine Support Act (H.R. 2913), by a vote of 226-195, following a discharge process on a special rule that provided for the bill’s consideration. On August 7, 2026, the Senate passed (by a vote of 86-11) a revised version of a sanctions bill first introduced in 2025, now titled the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (S.Amdt. 6711 to H.R. 5334). This bill would reinforce existing sanctions authorities, authorize tariffs against Russia and third countries that import certain Russian products, and expand congressional oversight of most Russia sanctions imposed since 2022. About the authors: - Andrew S. Bowen, Analyst in Russian and European Affairs - Cory Welt, Specialist in Russian and European Affairs Source: This article was published by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). Like what you read? Please consider supporting Eurasia Review. Thank you for your consideration!
Trump says US only ‘semi-negotiating’ with Iran; Israel rejects Gaza plan
Live updatesLive updates, Iran war live: US ‘semi-negotiating’ with Tehran; Israel rejects Gaza plan Trump says US will wait for economic pressure to mount on Iran, as Israel formally rejects 15-point Gaza peace plan. Published On 10 Aug 2026 - US President Donald Trump says Washington is only “semi-negotiating” with Tehran and will wait for economic pressure on Iran to mount. - Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says there are no direct talks with the US and insists the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until Washington meets Tehran’s demands, including lifting the naval blockade.
Trump says US only ‘semi-negotiating’ with Iran; Israel rejects Gaza plan
Trump says US only ‘semi-negotiating’ with Iran; Israel rejects Gaza plan
Russia rains down more than 200 missiles and drones on Ukraine
Russia rains down more than 200 missiles and drones on Ukraine... but are NATO's Baltic states next in Putin's sights? - See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Russia stepped up attacks on Ukraine over the weekend amid intelligence warnings that Putin could invade Nato countries in Eastern Europe. More than 200 missiles and drones hit Ukraine, which is running short of vital air defences, in a blitz on Saturday night. The coastal town of Odesa bore the brunt, with a dozen injured and the city’s largest sports arena, the Chornomorets Stadium, damaged. Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the seaport had been hit, adding: ‘In this way, the Russians are at war with the world’s food security.’ Missiles also struck a high-rise apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, according to reports. Footage showed smoke rising from the ten-storey building as officials said three people had died and 37 were wounded in the eastern city. In response, Ukrainian drones killed five people and injured 24 in Russia’s border region of Belgorod. It came as US intelligence warned Vladimir Putin could order an attack on a Baltic state within weeks. Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia was 'at war with the world's food security' after the latest round of strikes Ukrainian firefighters hose down a building on August 9, 2026 in the aftermath of a Russian strike on a residential building in Odesa Scenarios range from a cyber attack to a small-scale land incursion, according to The Wall Street Journal. The move, which reports say could come between this autumn and 2029, is designed to challenge Nato’s commitment to Article 5, which states an attack on one member is an attack on all. Ukraine claimed three strikes on Russian oil tankers and other cargo ships in the Black Sea on Sunday as both sides ramped up attacks on the other's logistics. E-commerce warehouses and Ukrainian petrol stations have come under heavy attack over the summer. Ukrainian state oil and gas giant Naftogaz said attacks on its locations had increased significantly during recent days. Ukraine's energy ministry said Russia had attacked power facilities in the Odesa region, causing a 'significant amount' of the port city's residents to lose electricity on Saturday night. But it said power had already been restored to 90,000 residents. Russia's defence ministry said it hit fuel storage facilities 'used in the interests' of the Ukrainian military in the ports of Odesa and nearby Chornomorsk. Pope Leo renewed his calls for an end to the four-year war on Sunday at the Vatican, where he said: 'Tragic incidents are multiplying, causing an ever-growing number of civilian victims, including children.'
Russia rains down more than 200 missiles and drones on Ukraine
Russia rains down more than 200 missiles and drones on Ukraine