Geopolitical tensions and tariffs hamper mining investment, says industry leader Mark Cutifani
Many commodity traders were caught off guard by the strength and conviction of the Trump administration in using tariffs as a tool to manage a whole range of issues.
The Pentagon is considering major cuts to the top of the US military
The Pentagon is considering making significant cuts to the top of the US military as the Trump administration seeks to shrink the federal government, according to a leaked briefing document. The plans under consideration include consolidating combatant commands, possibly eliminating…
Washington think tank calls for sanctions against ANC officials for ‘treating the US like an enemy’
Current measures against South Africa are insufficient to alter the country’s hostile treatment of the U.S. Meservey calls for sanctions against ANC officials.
Trump’s Greatest Fear: China’s ascending competitiveness in technology
A significant driver of Trump’s doctrine is China’s growing economic power and its increasing competency in technology according to political analyst Dr. Piet Croukamp
US to boost military aid to Ukraine if Russia does not sign up to a peace deal, security sources believe
The US is expected to warn the Kremlin that it will “arm Ukraine to the teeth” if Russia does not accept an immediate 30-day ceasefire, British security sources have claimed. The move comes after Ukraine said it was ready to…
UK joins US-Bahrain agreement to build security across the Middle East
The United Kingdom has officially become the third member of a security framework with the United States and Bahrain to help create long-term stability in the Middle East. The UK government is now part of the US-Bahrain Comprehensive Security Integration…
War panic in Europe can lead to war, cautions leading LSE communications expert
Professor Cammaerts cautions that history has taught us that if you prepare for war to achieve peace, you get war.
UK spy chief questions whether US will enact Article 5 if Russia attacks a European state
One of Britain’s most senior intelligence chiefs has questioned whether the US could be trusted to protect European states if they were attacked by Russia. Sir John Sawers, a former head of MI6—also known as “C”—said central European states should…
British defence chief warns Europe will be dependent on US military support for decades
The United Kingdom and Europe will be dependent on US military support for many years, a former head of the British armed forces has claimed. General, The Lord David Richards, a former chief of the defence staff, said the decision…
How should Starmer deal with Trump?
By Ed Arnold | RUSI This week the UK prime minister will head to Washington to try to become a bridge between President Donald Trump and Europe. If he is to have any chance of succeeding, he will need to be…
