arms sales
Coverage of arms sales in the Nexus archive.
- Trump plans billions in arms sales as NATO summit tests alliance frayed by Iran war: ‘Daddy isn’t going anywhere’
Trump plans billions in arms sales as he attends a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, amid alliance tensions related to Iran. The summit occurs three months after Trump stated he was considering withdrawing from NATO.
- As staunch Israel critics notch wins across the US, these candidates could be next
Candidates criticizing Israel and accusing it of genocide, while calling to halt arms sales, aim to replicate recent electoral successes in New York and Colorado across states like Arizona and Massachusetts. The article highlights a growing trend of far-left political candidates in the US leveraging anti-Israel rhetoric to gain support.
- Fast Takes: Some good Dem decisions, librarians gone wild and more
NYC Democratic primary voters selected Midtown Manhattan's choice, state Assemblyman Micah Lasher, who supports continuing arms sales to Israel and disagrees with the claim that Israel has committed genocide, as noted by National Review's Jim Geraghty.
- Will Trump abandon Taiwan?
The threat across the Strait is increasing, with the US president adopting Chinese talking points, leading to questions about potential changes in arms sales to Taiwan.
- Activists disrupt German military exhibit over arms sales to Israel
Activists disrupted a German military exhibit in protest against arms sales to Israel. The incident highlights opposition to international arms trade involving Israel.
- 3 things to know about delayed US arms sales to allies
The US is experiencing delays in arms sales to allies, leading to concerns about its reliability as a supplier. An analyst stated the US is becoming less dependable in this role.
- Japan’s defense minister rebuffs ‘militarism’ allegation, defends defense policies
Japan’s defense minister Shinjiro Koizumi rejects claims of militarism and justifies defense policies, including arms sales and increased regional military presence, as efforts to support partners' self-defense capabilities.
- U.S. support for Taiwan reaffirmed by members of Congress even after Trump called arms sales a 'negotiating chip' with China
Members of Congress reaffirmed U.S. support for Taiwan despite President Donald Trump's characterization of $14 billion in approved arms sales to the island as a 'negotiating chip' with China.
- The art of the deal: how Beijing pushed Trump to ‘arrest’ the trend on Taiwan arms sales
US President Donald Trump returned from Beijing with trade deals and praised his relationship with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. However, Beijing sought concessions on Taiwan, urging Washington to reduce arms sales packages and slow approval rates.
- Navy's acting secretary says Taiwan arms sale put on "pause" over Iran war
The U.S. Navy's acting secretary announced that arms sales to Taiwan have been temporarily paused to prioritize munitions supplies needed for Iran operations. This decision reflects resource allocation priorities within the American military.
- Navy's acting secretary says Taiwan arms sale put on "pause" over Iran war
The acting secretary of the U.S. Navy announced that arms sales to Taiwan have been paused to prioritize munitions availability for American military operations in Iran. This decision reflects competing military supply priorities between different regions and strategic interests.
- Trump says he will speak to Taiwan's president in break from protocol
Trump announces he will speak directly with Taiwan's president, breaking from established diplomatic protocol. The statement comes amid deliberations over a potential $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, which China disputes sovereignty over.
- US approves $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle East allies
The US State Department approved $8.6 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies, citing emergency circumstances to bypass congressional approval. The decision fast-tracked the sales without requiring authorization from the US Congress.
- China Imposes Export Curbs on EU Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales
China has imposed export restrictions on European Union firms in response to arms sales to Taiwan. The measures are linked to tensions over Taiwan's defense and China's stance on cross-strait relations.
- Anti-war protesters arrested in New York urging end to Israel weapon sales
Anti-war protesters in New York were arrested during a sit-in demanding an end to US arms sales to Israel. The protest highlights growing opposition to military aid for Israel amid ongoing conflicts.
- Trump's second term Taiwan arms sales top Biden-era total by nearly 40%
During Trump's second term, the United States conducted arms sales to Taiwan that exceeded the total value of sales during the Biden administration by nearly 40%. The comparison highlights a significant increase under Trump's tenure.