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The Philippines and China are trying to work out a deal where both countries can have access to areas in the South China Sea. AP

The Philippines, China give cooperation a try in South China Sea

Russia said its warplanes intercepted two U.S. bombers near its border over the Barents Sea in the Arctic. Getty Images

Russia claims warplanes intercepted 2 US bombers in the Arctic

Houthi militants launched their first deadly strike on Israeli soil and are targeting vessels in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. Reuters

Yemen’s Houthis intensify strikes on Israeli soil, maritime targets

A Trump-Vance White House could mean changes in the way the U.S. supports its allies, impacting both the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. Getty Images

What a Trump-Vance White House could mean for Ukraine, Israel

J.D. Vance introduced himself to the world Wednesday, July 17, at the RNC, officially accepting the vice presidential nomination. Getty Images

JD Vance accepts GOP’s nomination for vice president

Ukraine is destroying a lot of Russia's modern tanks. So, the Kremlin is using a lot of older armor, as well as motorcycles and ATVs. Ukraine Armed Forces

Russia using relic tanks, motorcycles, ATVs to attack Ukraine

This week, Weapons and Warfare revisits its first episode, providing an update on the development of pills to protect troops from radiation. DVIDS

Research on anti-radiation drug continues: Weapons and Warfare

Houthi rebels are attacking ships in the Red Sea, escalating tensions as the USS Theodore Roosevelt deploys to stabilize the region. Reuters

Houthi militants target ships in new Red Sea attacks

Hamas denies withholding hostage list, citing difficulties in contacting other groups, amid Israeli estimates of 100 captives in Gaza. Reuters

Did Israel just kill Hamas’ second in command?

The Republican National Convention kicks off on July 15, following the attempted assassination of former President Trump on July 13. Getty Images

Trump arrives in Milwaukee for RNC; assassination attempt investigation continues

U.S. and German forces disrupt a Russian plot to assassinate Rheinmetall's CEO, intensifying geopolitical tensions over Ukraine support. Getty Images

Rheinmetall CEO targeted in foiled Russian assassination attempt

With the eyes of the world on him, President Biden made several flubs during his press conference on July 11, but vowed to remain in race. Getty Images

Biden fields questions on ability, foreign affairs while misspeaking at times

Taiwan reports record Chinese warplane activity amid NATO summit discussions on security challenges in the Pacific. Taiwan Ministry of Defense

Taiwan detects record Chinese warplane activity during NATO summit

The U.S. resumes shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel but delays 2,000-pound bombs over concerns about their use in Gaza. Getty Images

US to resume shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel

Actor George Clooney — a longtime supporter and fundraiser for President Biden — joins the chorus of Democrats calling for him to step aside. Getty Images

President Biden to hold press conference as George Clooney, Sen. Welch call for a change

China and Belarus have started joint military exercises near the Polish and Ukrainian borders, raising concerns across Europe. The drills, called "Eagle Assault," are occurring near Brest, Belarus, directly on the Polish border and just 30 miles from Ukraine's northern frontier. Getty Images

China conducts drills with Belarus on Polish boarder as European tensions rise

A U.S. Navy sailor was disciplined for attempting to access President Joe Biden's medical records "out of curiosity." Getty Images

US Navy sailor disciplined for trying to access Biden’s medical records

President Biden addressed world leaders at the NATO summit in Washington while President Trump spoke to his supporters at a Florida rally. Getty Images

Biden speaks at NATO summit, Trump holds rally in Florida

Narendra Modi's Moscow visit coincides with a tragic attack in Ukraine, intensifying debates over India's diplomatic stance. Getty Images

West raises concerns as India, Russia strengthen ties following hospital attack

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced it plans to expand its authority for land deals for foreign buyers near military sites. Getty Images

Treasury to expand control over foreign land deals near US military bases

A Russian missile attack across five Ukrainian cities killed 36 and damaged Kyiv's children's hospital. A NATO summit looms to discuss aid. Reuters

Russian missile attack kills dozens, damages children’s hospital in Kyiv

FSB thwarted a Ukrainian plot to bribe Russian pilot with $3 million and Italian citizenship to defect with a strategic bomber. Reuters

FSB stops Ukrainian attempt to steal nuclear-capable bomber

Tensions continue to rise in the South China Sea following a recent clash between the Philippine navy and China’s coast guard. During the incident, Chinese personnel, wielding machetes and spears, injured Filipino navy personnel and damaged two of their boats. Getty Images

Philippines pledge ‘same level of force’ if China attacks again

Concerns are growing over the uptick in gambling addiction for U.S. military service members and veterans. Here's what you need to know. Getty Images

Growing concerns over gambling addiction in the military