NATO announces massive increase in high-readiness forces
Troop levels will be boosted in member states bordering Russia.
State Department, CIA establish federal payment rules for "Havana Syndrome" victims
Those suffering from the syndrome may be eligible for federal compensation ranging from about $140,000 to $187,000.
U.S. says North Korea is preparing for its 1st nuclear test in years
America's top envoy in the nuclear standoff with the North has made it clear that Washington is taking Kim Jong Un's threats seriously, and is frustrated over China and Russia's stance.
Putin preparing for "prolonged conflict" in Ukraine, intel chief says
Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines said the coming months could see a "more unpredictable and potentially escalatory trajectory" in the conflict.
Putin "doesn't believe he can afford to lose," CIA director says
But there's no indication the Russian president is preparing for imminent use of nuclear weapons, William Burns said.
DHS IG says Wolf changed intel report on Russian interference in 2020
Chad Wolf's actions led to the perception that unorthodox interference by a top DHS official was intended to help Donald Trump's re-election bid.
CIA reaches out to Russians opposed to war in Ukraine
The CIA on Monday released text-only instructions in Russian on several of its social media channels, including YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, for accessing its dark web site.
CIA Director William Burns decries Russia's "horrific" crimes in Ukraine
He called Putin an "apostle of payback" whose appetite for risk has grown as his circle of trusted advisers has shrunk over the years.
U.S. sending $800 million more in security aid to Ukraine as war shifts
The latest package will contain new capabilities for Ukraine including artillery systems, artillery rounds and armored personnel carriers.
Russia asks China for military help in war with Ukraine, U.S. officials say
The request included military aid and equipment, according to the officials.
Putin "unlikely to be deterred" by sanctions, military setbacks
An "aggrieved" Putin likely "perceives this as a war he cannot afford to lose," said director of national intelligence Avril Haines.
Putin's dwindling options and isolation fuel fears about his next moves
Observers have noted that Putin has appeared uncharacteristically agitated, delivering meandering screeds and publicly lashing out at his aides.
DHS warns of copycat attacks after hostage standoff in Texas synagogue
"The recent attack on a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas highlights the continuing threat of violence based upon racial or religious motivations," the department warned.
Expert panel reaffirms directed energy could be behind "Havana Syndrome"
A declassified summary of an expert panel's findings found that the mysterious neurological condition may be "plausibly" explained by pulsed, electromagnetic energy.
How to spot U.S.-based violent extremists: U.S. officials release 42 indicators
The FBI, Department of Homeland Security and the National Counterterrorism Center have published a resource designed to help the public spot "ideologically motivated U.S. based violent extremists."