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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 1d

Russia Considers Resuming Nuclear Weapons Tests in Response to U.S. Statements On Resumption

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Russia Considers Resuming Nuclear Weapons Tests in Response to U.S. Statements On Resumption

Russian officials emphasized the importance of monitoring actions by other nations to maintain strategic balance.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 4d

Persecution of Christians in Nigeria: U.S. Designation as Country of Particular Concern and Potential US Military Action

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Persecution of Christians in Nigeria: U.S. Designation as Country of Particular Concern and Potential US Military Action

There were over 7,000 Christian fatalities in the initial eight months of 2025, positioning Nigeria as a primary location for such incidents worldwide.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 4d

U.S. Nuclear Arsenal Claims Amid Global Developments and Projections

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U.S. Nuclear Arsenal Claims Amid Global Developments and Projections

Analyses indicate Trump’s claim that “The United States has more Nuclear Weapons than any other country” may derive from emphasis on strategic deployable warheads under New START limits

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 7d

U.S.-China Bilateral Meeting: Pledges for Enhanced Cooperation in Trade, Energy, and Critical Minerals Amid Ongoing Global Concerns

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U.S.-China Bilateral Meeting: Pledges for Enhanced Cooperation in Trade, Energy, and Critical Minerals Amid Ongoing Global Concerns

The presidents agreed to enhance cooperation in the economic, trade, and energy sectors. China is committed to purchasing U.S. agricultural products and energy resources

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 7d

U.S. Coast Guard and Partner Agencies Respond to Fuel Oil Discharge Near Galveston, Texas

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U.S. Coast Guard and Partner Agencies Respond to Fuel Oil Discharge Near Galveston, Texas

The incident involved a spill of fuel oil from the vessel, with the source subsequently secured.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 8d

Pakistan: Security Forces Operation in Kurram District Results in Seven Militants and Six Soldiers Killed:

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Security Forces Operation in Kurram District Results in Seven Militants and Six Soldiers Killed

The operation resulted in the deaths of six soldiers, including a captain who led the effort.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 10d

China and Russia Expand Intelligence and Naval Operations in Latin America

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China and Russia Expand Intelligence and Naval Operations in Latin America

Cuban sites, located 450 miles from Florida, enable monitoring of U.S. communications through the interception of radio, satellite, and other signals.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 12d

US Kinetic Strike on Tren de Aragua Vessel, Carrier Strike Group Deployment, and Force Posture Changes, Counter-narcotics Operations

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U.S. Lethal Kinetic Strike on Tren de Aragua Vessel, Carrier Strike Group Deployment, and Force Posture Changes, Counter-narcotics Operations

No U.S. ground operations within Venezuela have been authorized or executed. President Trump approved Central Intelligence Agency covert actions in Venezuela on October 15.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 15d

Saudi-Led Combined Task Force 150 and Pakistan Navy Interdict Over $972 Million Worth of Illicit Drugs in Arabian Sea

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Saudi-Led Combined Task Force 150 and Pakistan Navy Interdict Over $972 Million Worth of Illicit Drugs in Arabian Sea

The operation enhances regional maritime security and builds on prior interdictions, including a $120 million seizure on September 28.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 15d

Drone Attacks Strike Khartoum International Airport In Sudan Ahead of Planned Reopening:

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Drone Attacks Strike Khartoum International Airport Ahead of Planned Reopening

Security sources stated that multiple suicide drones targeted the airport at dawn, and ground-based defenses successfully intercepted them.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 16d

Situation at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Amid Prolonged Power Outage

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Situation at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Amid Prolonged Power Outage

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has sustained an ongoing blackout that has lasted for 28 days, as of October 21st.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 17d

Gaza Ceasefire: Rafah Airstrikes, Aid Restrictions, and Remains Repatriation

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Gaza Ceasefire: Rafah Airstrikes, Aid Restrictions, and Remains Repatriation

Gaza officials reported multiple Israeli military actions from October 8 to 19, contributing to casualties.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 25d

Ongoing Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Clashes Follow Airstrikes and Ambush

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Ongoing Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Clashes Follow Airstrikes and Ambush

The strikes followed a TTP ambush near the Afghan border in northwestern Pakistan on October 8 that killed 11 personnel.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 25d

U.S. Central Command Coordinates Gaza Stabilization Efforts Without Ground Troops Following Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

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U.S. Central Command Coordinates Gaza Stabilization Efforts Without Ground Troops Following Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

As of October 12, the ceasefire has held for its third day, with tens of thousands of Palestinians returning to northern areas amid widespread destruction.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 26d

UN Security Council Emergency Session on U.S. Military Operations in the Caribbean

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UN Security Council Emergency Session on U.S. Military Operations in the Caribbean

These operations, conducted in international waters near Venezuela’s coast, resulted in 21 fatalities according to U.S. accounts.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · 28d

Cs-137 Cleanup in Cikande Estate; FDA Expands Shrimp and Spice Recalls

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Indonesia Bans Scrap Metal Imports Amid Cs-137 Cleanup in Cikande Estate; FDA Expands Shrimp and Spice Recalls

No symptoms appeared among the exposed, with Prussian blue medication administered, a pill that can aid in the removal of radioactive cesium and thallium from the body.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Oct 5

U.S. Announces Reduction of Military Mission in Iraq

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U.S. Announces Reduction of Military Mission in Iraq

US forces will maintain a presence for Syria operations from designated locations in Iraq until September 2026

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Oct 5

U.S. Military Strike on Drug Trafficking Vessel off Venezuela

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U.S. Military Strike on Drug Trafficking Vessel off Venezuela

The operation occurred in international waters under the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 26

South Korea Fires Warning Shots After North Korean Merchant Ship Crosses Maritime Border

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South Korea Fires Warning Shots After North Korean Merchant Ship Crosses Maritime Border

Recent activities have included live-fire drills by South Korean marines near the border islands, which have heightened tensions along the maritime boundary.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 25

Unidentified drones prompted closures at multiple Danish airports, including Aalborg, Esbjerg, Sønderborg, and Skrydstrup

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Drone Sightings Escalate Across Danish Airports

Police have intiated investigations, with national authorities coordinating responses.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 24

U.S. and NATO Responses to Russian Airspace Violation in Estonia and Trump-Zelensky Meeting:

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U.S. and NATO Responses to Russian Airspace Violation in Estonia and Trump-Zelensky Meeting

Hegseth reaffirmed U.S. support for NATO allies and stated that violations of NATO airspace are unacceptable.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 24

Analysis of Iranian Supreme Leader's Statements on The Country's Nuclear Program Progress:

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Analysis of Iranian Supreme Leader's Statements on The Country's Nuclear Program Progress

The Iranian Supreme Leader stated that Tehran has limited enrichment to 60 percent purity, contrasting this with the 90 percent level required for weapons-grade uranium

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 23

U.S. Secret Service Dismantles Imminent Telecommunications Threat in the New York Tri-State Area:

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U.S. Secret Service Dismantles Imminent Telecommunications Threat in the New York Tri-State Area

The operation represented an imminent threat to the agency's protective operations

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 19

Estonia Seeks NATO Article 4 Consultations Following Russian Airspace Violation, Marking Second Invocation This Month:

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Estonia Seeks NATO Article 4 Consultations Following Russian Airspace Violation, Marking Second Invocation This Month

Italian Air Force F-35s, deployed at Ämari under NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission, escorted the intruders out of Estonian airspace without further escalation.

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The Standeford Journal @standefordsj.bsky.social · Sep 16

NATO Eastern Sentry Advances with UK Typhoon Deployment and Multi-Nation Reinforcements:

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NATO Eastern Sentry Advances with UK Typhoon Deployment and Multi-Nation Reinforcements

On September 16, the UK Ministry of Defense confirmed Typhoon contributions to Eastern Sentry, joining allies for patrols over Poland after the prior week's drone breach.

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