Latest National Security News

Nimy Resources has dispatched its inaugural shipment of high-grade gallium ore from Western Australia to the United States, marking a significant step in establishing a secure Western supply chain for this critical mineral.

American West Metals has reported a substantial expansion of its Storm Copper Project resources in Canada alongside promising critical metals discoveries at its West Desert Project in Utah, underpinning its strategic growth and US market engagement.

IperionX has completed commissioning of its titanium powder and component manufacturing facilities, setting the stage for a major production scale-up backed by US Department of War funding. The company is progressing commercial contracts and advancing its critical minerals project in Tennessee.

Harvest Technology Group reports improved first-half FY26 financials alongside strategic defense sector expansions, including new reseller agreements and NATO engagements.

Strategic Elements Ltd’s subsidiary Stealth Technologies has secured its inaugural commercial pilot deployment of the EdgeiQ system at an underground gold mine in Western Australia, marking a significant milestone in the technology’s commercialisation journey.

St George Mining has appointed a top Washington DC government relations firm to deepen its engagement with US agencies, advancing its Araxá rare earths project amid growing US efforts to secure critical mineral supply chains in the Western Hemisphere.

Strategic Elements Ltd reports steady progress in its cutting-edge ventures across automation, AI, and material science, supported by a strong cash position and government-backed innovation incentives.

Jindalee Lithium has secured US government approval for its McDermitt Lithium Project’s exploration plan, reported strong drilling results, and extended exclusivity on a US SPAC listing valued at US$500 million.

Lindian Resources has accelerated development at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, securing full ownership and awarding key construction contracts, while attracting strategic international attention.

IperionX has secured a US$0.3 million prototype order from American Rheinmetall to supply lightweight titanium components for U.S. Army combat vehicles, marking a strategic step in reshoring critical materials production.

Ionic Rare Earths has secured a listing on the U.S. OTCQB Venture Market, enhancing access for American investors to its rare earth and magnet recycling ventures. This move aligns the company with North American critical minerals priorities and broadens its global investor base.

Pioneer Minerals has validated primary tungsten mineralisation at its Springfield Prospect in Idaho, revealing high-grade scheelite and gold assays that underpin a promising multi-phase mineral system. The project’s proximity to established processing infrastructure offers strategic advantages for future development.