The U.S. and U.K. are planning to convene a high-level meeting in London next week that will focus on a potential international coalition to protect maritime shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, two European diplomats and two other sources with knowledge told Axios. Why it matters: The reopening of the strait for commercial shipping is a key element of any U.S. exit strategy from the war with Iran and of efforts to stabilize global energy markets. - The itinerary and date are still under discussion and haven't been finalized. It will potentially bring together defense ministers and top military commanders from Western countries and countries from the region, the European diplomats said. - Defense Secretary Hegseth and the Chairman of the…
The U.S. and U.K. are planning to convene a high-level meeting in London next week that will focus on a potential international coalition to protect maritime shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, two European diplomats and two other sources with knowledge told Axios. Why it matters: The reopening of the strait for commercial shipping is a key element of any U.S. exit strategy from the war with Iran and of efforts to stabilize global energy markets. - The itinerary and date are still under discussion and haven't been finalized. It will potentially bring together defense ministers and top military commanders from Western countries and countries from the region, the European diplomats said. - Defense Secretary Hegseth and the Chairman of the…Open
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Republican lawmakers are urging the Department of Justice to investigate potential foreign interference in campaigns opposing U.S. data center projects, citing concerns over Chinese and Russian influence in AI development.
Republican lawmakers are urging the Department of Justice to investigate potential foreign interference in campaigns opposing U.S. data center projects, citing concerns over Chinese and Russian influence in AI development. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Republican lawmakers are urging Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to investigate whether foreign-linked organizations are influencing nationwide campaigns to block the construction of artificial intelligence data centers in the United States. In a letter led by Representative Lance Gooden of Texas, lawmakers alleged that groups tied to China and Russia are using nonprofits and advocacy networks to hinder U.S. AI development, arguing these efforts could benefit foreign competitors.…Open