Iran-US war latest: Trump warns he’s ‘prepared’ to launch fresh attack as US embassies issue security alert Fighting between the US and Iran has seen the biggest exchange of fire since July The Independent UK · Sep 2
Hung Cao Navy Secretary Nomination Lands as Iran War Leaves US Sailors Stretched To Breaking Point Donald Trump has nominated acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent role as the Iran war strains US sailors and fresh resignations shake Pentagon leadership. International Business Times UK · Sep 2
America's story intertwined with its military history, but a military-civilian disconnect persists The story of the U.S. is intertwined with its military history, from its creation in 1776 to the expansion of its physical borders to its role in the global political and economic order The Independent UK · Sep 2
Democrats warn of ‘hollowed out’ leadership after army chief resigns amid clashes with Hegseth Sudden departure of Daniel Driscoll comes after Pentagon chief removed senior officers and blocked promotions, prompting warnings of a leadership crisis The Guardian - US · Sep 1
US Army taps 5 firms for $2 billion Project Janus — BWXT and Westinghouse to build 20 nuclear microreactors at 5 bases by 2028 The U.S. Army awarded five firms $2.2 billion to build nuclear microreactors at five bases, aiming to achieve energy independence by 2028. TechRadar · Sep 1
Hawks lament Pentagon ‘churn’ after Army secretary’s resignation Defense-minded lawmakers are growing concerned about leadership vacuums in the military following the resignation of Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. “I’m tired of all the churn. I want to see some stability,” House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike D. Rogers, R-Ala., told reporters Tuesday. Pressed on if he’s concerned about a leadership… Roll Call · Sep 1
Indian Army begins Arjun tank overhaul after 6-year delay, 26 upgrades in focus India’s armoured warfare upgrade is moving on two tracks, with the Army testing 26 Mk-1A-derived improvements on its older Arjun tanks while preparing a much larger next-generation combat vehicle programme. The FRCV project targets 1,770 tanks to replace the T-72 fleet, with plans for multiple variants, higher indigenous content, AI-enabled… The Economic Times · Sep 1
The Pentagon Handed Conservative Influencers Government Emails — And Still Won't Say Why A Washington Post investigation found the Pentagon quietly gave government roles to three pro-Hegseth military influencers it won't explain. Latin Times · Sep 1
"No punishment. No investigation. Carry on, patriots.” United States Secretary of Defense told Army Chief of Staff to stand down over Kid Rock helicopter flyby investigation President Trump's pal Kid Rock is at the centre of Pete Hegseth's controversial military decision Metal Hammer · Sep 1
Military leaders reportedly warned Hegseth against extending Iran operations. Then the Pentagon lashed out at the report: ‘Betrayal of the force’ Officials called the leak a crime We Got This Covered · Sep 1
Army Secretary Resigns Dan Driscoll Resigns. He Had Reportedly Clashed With Hegseth. Driscoll had reportedly clashed with Hegseth over attempted purges of personnel. International Business Times · Sep 1
Trouble at the Pentagon Plus: Nuns who podcast, Burning Man's median age is 40, Danish reparations, and more... Reason · Sep 1
Radar Anomaly: Draganfly’s Options Surge Signals Strategy Shift Draganfly (NASDAQ: DPRO) shares surged on heavy call option activity, a revenue beat, a new defense leadership hire, an acquisition, and an Army contract amid low float and high short interest. MarketBeat · Sep 1
The Latest: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down The Independent UK · Sep 1
The Independent UK · Sep 1 The chaos inside Hegseth’s defense department that left Trump ‘concerned’ by scale of purge IN FOCUS: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, one of a long list of Pentagon departures under the defense secretary’s rule, has spoken out about his exit. Joe Sommerlad reports
International Business Times UK · Sep 1 Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Quits as Reported Hegseth Feud Deepens Pentagon Turmoil US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months, amid reported tensions with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and ongoing Pentagon leadership challenges during international crises.
The Independent UK · Sep 1 Iran-US war latest: Tehran hits back after Trump strikes Iranian tankers and wedding party The latest US strikes follow Iranian attacks on shipping and American service members
The Times of India · Sep 1 US army secretary Dan Driscoll steps down amid tensions with Pentagon chief Hegseth: Report Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned after about 18 months in the post, becoming the latest senior military official to leave the Trump administration amid a sweeping shake-up of Pentagon leadership.
The Economic Times · Sep 1 US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll tenders resignation over rift with Pete Hegseth U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation amid escalating tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, though the White House has not confirmed acceptance. Driscoll reportedly opposed Hegseth’s interference in Army transformation and appointments.
The Independent UK · Sep 1 Trump’s Army Secretary resigns after reportedly clashing with Hegseth Dan Driscoll leaves after 18-months in the job with White House bogged down in Iran conflict
The Guardian - US · Aug 31 US army secretary Dan Driscoll resigns over reported friction with Pete Hegseth Resignation comes after months of turmoil at Pentagon, from leaked investigation to ousting of senior officials
The Independent UK · Aug 31 Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, White House says Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job
Reason · Aug 31 Supreme Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction to Go Forward, at Least for Now The majority didn't decide whether the construction violated federal law, only that plaintiffs' purely aesthetic interests didn't allow them to assert a federal claim.
International Business Times UK · Aug 31 Britain Has Its Smallest Army Since the Napoleonic Era, Yet Rejects More Than 200 Applicants a Day The British Army rejected over 200 recruits daily last year, with medical conditions, tattoos, and Commonwealth caps cited as top reasons, amid ongoing recruitment challenges and historically low personnel levels.