Peter Aitken

Year in Review 2 days ago

The biggest twists in Russia-Ukraine war in 2023

Russia faced infighting among its forces as ministry generals and mercenary forces butted heads, but Ukraine did not manage to make the gains it promised.

Artificial Intelligence 4 days ago

White House tackles concerns over Chinese interest in Middle East AI as firm tries to play both sides

Emirati tech firm G42 has looked to partner with both American and Chinese companies, but the U.S. has started to pressure the AI developer into breaking ties with Beijing.

Emmanuel Macron 6 days ago

Critics seeing red over 'contemporary' stained-glass panes for Notre Dame rebuild

The Archbishop of Parish has requested the modern additions, which will replace six stained glass windows in a small chapel with winners from a competition.

California December 14

Security scare as Russian man with no passport or ticket ends up in US, FBI says

Sergey Vladimirovich Ochigava could not describe how he made his way through airport security, and authorities only found Russian and Israeli identification cards in his possession.

Israel December 14

Senior Hamas official threatens Blinken, says America must 'pay the price' for Gaza blood: report

A top Hamas official has called for violence against the allies of Israel, specifically attacking American and British "interests" as a price for the deaths of Gaza citizens.

Turkey December 13

Fresh sanctions on Hamas leaders highlights key NATO ally's troubling relationship with terrorists

Turkey's increasingly ardent support for Hamas has placed the U.S. in a difficult situation as Ankara continues to shield terrorist leaders from Israel and its allies.

Ukraine December 12

Exclusive: Zelenskyy tells Bret Baier funding Ukraine is about 'morality,' not economics

President Biden pledged another $200 million package for Ukraine, which leaves the U.S. with around $4.4 billion-worth of weapon stockpiles to draw upon for further aid.

Australia December 12

Australia leads charge on immigration with 50% cut-down in next few years

Australia encouraged immigration after the pandemic in order to spur the economy, but stress to an already fragile housing market and infrastructure has proven too much.

Iran December 12

Iran warns of 'explosion' in Middle East if war in Gaza continues: report

The United Nations Security Council considered a resolution to call for a cease-fire in Gaza, but the United States vetoed the measure and the United Kingdom abstained from voting.

Artificial Intelligence December 12

Pentagon alarmed by Chinese rush for 'intelligentized' warfare, but experts warn about over-reliance on AI

China seeks to integrate and centralize its digital and intelligence operations to create a data-driven hub that will identify weaknesses in enemies and help exploit them.