Early Bird Brief

Tensions with China soar after balloon incident

Today, the United States military is recovering a suspected Chinese spy balloon it shot down over the weekend.

Top albums and defense policy with Colin Kahl

Today, editor in chief Mike Gruss talks with Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl about music, his work and national security concerns around the world. 

US announces stronger military partnership with Philippines

Today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin traveled to the Philippines earlier this week to discuss increasing America’s military presence in the country.

An Air Force general predicts war with China

Today, an Air Force general is warning of a potential conflict with China by 2025.

Turkey tough on Sweden and Finland NATO membership

Today, Turkey continues to be a roadblock to Finland and Sweden's NATO ascension.

Largest joint exercise with Israel to date ends

Today, a joint exercise with Israel concluded as tensions in the region reach a new high.

What’s new in the Marine Corps in 2023

Today, Marine Corps Times editor Andrea Scott and reporter Irene Loewenson break down the latest and biggest stories revolving around the Marine Corps.

Veterans Affairs beats goal to help homeless vets

Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs shared it exceeded its target to help more vets find permanent housing.

US weapons sales to other countries skyrocket

Today, foreign military sales of weapons to countries like Ukraine and Taiwan soared last fiscal year as the defense industry recovers from pandemic lows. 

US leans toward sending Abrams tanks to Ukraine

Today, the Biden administration could approve sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, as Germany agrees to send its own to Kyiv.