NATO all about values, but pay up! Pentagon boss reprimands US allies – or should that be vassals?

US Defense Secretary Mark Esper argues that NATO members should pay up because there can’t be “free riders,” but then goes on to say US alliances are all about “mutual respect and common values.” It can’t be both, so which is it? … Read More >NATO all about values, but pay up! Pentagon boss reprimands US allies – or should that be vassals?

Fresh tests to be used for ‘strategic weapons,’ US should back off for a ‘peaceful’ year’s end – North Korea’s military

According to North Korea’s state news agency, recent launch tests “will be applied in developing strategic weapons” to deter the United States. Pyongyang also warned Washington to refrain from “provocation.” … Read More >Fresh tests to be used for ‘strategic weapons,’ US should back off for a ‘peaceful’ year’s end – North Korea’s military