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"US Intelligence Chiefs Warn of Growing Threats to Global Order"

US intelligence agencies warn of an increasingly fragile world order, citing challenges from China, Russia, and Iran, as well as the potential for broader conflict related to Israel's campaign against Hamas in Gaza. The report highlights China's support for Russia in the Ukraine war and warns of China's potential attempts to influence the US elections. Concerns are also raised about the generational impact of the Gaza conflict on terrorism, and the report notes potential political changes in Israel. Additionally, FBI Director Christopher Wray expresses concern about terrorism implications from potential vulnerabilities at the US-Mexico border.

1 year ago•Source: Al Jazeera English

"Sweden's NATO Accession: Implications and Concerns"

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6.095 min•1 year ago

"Sweden's NATO Accession: Implications and Concerns"

Sweden's vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and lack of preparedness for war have been exposed, prompting a historic shift as the country prepares to join Nato. Decades of austerity, deregulation, and privatization have left Sweden uniquely vulnerable, with foreign ownership and lack of defense shelters posing significant risks. The government is belatedly shifting priorities, investigating foreign investment, and increasing funding for civil defense and the military, but faces challenges such as decentralized systems, anachronistic regulations, and a lack of public awareness about potential threats.

via The Guardian