// IN TODAY’S EDITION
AI nearly triggers China clash
U.S. tracks growing Chinese Arctic presence
Russian strikes cut 90% of Ukraine's steel
Ukraine deploys kamikaze robots behind Russian lines
// ALERT LINE
Continued prayers to God that President Trump & President Xi resolve to align AI in Collaboration. No other issue matters more than that. You should pray that same thing and then forward this prayer request to at least 1 of the most faithful people in your life. Even if you don't personally believe in prayers.
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U.S. Marines with the Maritime Raid Force ride in rigid-hull inflatable boats alongside USS Portland during a VBSS exercise in the Pacific Ocean, March 1, 2026. (Credit: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Joseph Helms)
AI-Generated Error Nearly Led U.S. Forces to Board Chinese Ship
The U.S. military nearly intercepted a Chinese vessel in the Middle East this spring after an AI-generated intelligence report falsely claimed it was carrying nuclear weapons components, according to CNN.
Armed personnel were preparing to board the ship, with military aircraft already in the air, when officials discovered the intelligence report was inaccurate. One source said the report was “entirely false” and “almost started a war.” Read
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The U.S. is closely monitoring China’s growing maritime presence in the Arctic near Alaska, according to Rear Adm. Bob Little, commander of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Arctic District. Four Chinese research vessels have reportedly operated in U.S. Arctic waters so far in 2026, compared with five in all of 2025. Read
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Russian missile strikes have knocked out three of Ukraine’s largest steel plants, halting facilities responsible for about 90 percent of the country’s steel production. The strikes have also killed 17 workers. Read
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Ukraine’s 3rd Army Corps said it used heavy bomber drones to deploy kamikaze ground robots more than 6 miles behind Russian lines during its “Operation Vivaldi” counteroffensive in Donetsk, calling it the world’s first such deployment. Read
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The U.S. has proposed an AI safety notification mechanism with China that would allow the two countries to alert each other about AI incidents that could affect national security, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said. The proposal is expected to be discussed by President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping at their summit in Washington this week. Read
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F-35 components shipped to the U.S. for repairs were diverted to Hong Kong and went missing. Experts raised concerns that China could have accessed sensitive parts of the stealth fighter jet. The Pentagon is investigating the incident. Read
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