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White House mum on jailed Defense News correspondent
Journalist Vivek Raghuvanshi was jailed in mid-May by India’s Central Bureau of Investigation on charges of espionage.
Biden arms deal policy seeks to balance human rights and competition
The Biden administration updated its arms transfer policy as it identifies ways to make the U.S. defense industry more competitive in global weapons deals.
US arms export approvals soared in 2022
One factor in the surge is the easing of the global pandemic that in 2021 depressed sales from a spike to $83.5 billion in 2020.
By Joe Gould
US approved sale of anti-drone systems to Qatar during World Cup match
Qatar, along with other Gulf Arab states, faces threats from Iranian-backed proxies in the region.
By Federal Times staff
State Department to closely track arms sent to Ukraine
U.S. officials are said to be especially concerned about Stinger man-portable air defense systems and Javelin anti-tank tactical guided missiles.
By Joe Gould
Ukraine arms transfers still tracked after US State Dept. kills report
There is a critical lack of transparency in U.S. arms transfers, and it's difficult to access data from the State, Defense and Commerce Departments.
By Jordan Cohen and Jonathan Ellis Allen
Fired State Department watchdog says he was bullied by officials
Former Inspector General Steve Linick told Congress last week that two senior officials sought to block an inquiry into the arms deal, according to a transcript of the interview made public.
Ousted State watchdog confirms investigations into Pompeo
The investigation is part of a larger congressional efforts to find out more about President Trump’s recent moves to sideline several independent government watchdogs.
Trump seeks new arms deal with Saudi Arabia, says key senator
The Trump administration is pursuing a deal with precision-guided munitions with Saudi Arabia, just as prior sales to the kingdom are under scrutiny, a top Senate Democrat said Wednesday.
By Joe Gould
Pompeo denies retaliation in firing of State Dept watchdog
The secretary of state says he was unaware of any inspector general investigation into allegations that he may have mistreated staffers by instructing them to run personal errands for him and his wife.
Senate seeks industry’s help with internal cyberthreats
A solicitation from the Senate's sergeant-at-arms asks for several network assessment services.
By Andrew Eversden