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Pete Hegseth Under Fire After US Defence Department Caught Asking AI Chatbot To Help 'Generate a War'

A Pentagon AI screenshot intended to highlight innovation instead sparked controversy with a 'create a war' prompt, raising questions about AI's role in military operations under Secretary Pete Hegseth.

International Business Times UK

Oracle awarded 10-year $7 billion Pentagon deal to supply Department of War with vital software and services

The contract unifies existing Oracle licensing under a single vehicle, and is expected to save $441 million across the 10-year period.

TechRadar

House passes defense bill with Trump’s $1T spending request and Department of War rename

The legislation marks a significant departure from the typically bipartisan nature of the annual National Defense Authorization Act

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Archer and Anduril Put ACHR Stock on a New Defense Flight Path

Archer Aviation partnered with Anduril to unveil the Thunder attack rotorcraft, pivoting toward defense contracts amid $1.8 billion liquidity, elevated cash burn, and persistent insider selling.

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Hegseth begins new medical program to restore and optimize ‘performance’ of US military: ‘Sacred duty to maintain the advantage’

He wants to ensure US troops "have the biological foundation required to sustain the fight."

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Suspected UFO Spotted From Canyon Sparks Fresh UAP Debate, US Government Releases Context

A video from the US Department of War showing an unidentified object in a canyon has intensified UFO/UAP and alien debates online.

International Business Times UK

NASA Files Expose 'Alien Starbase' as Neil deGrasse Tyson Demands Government 'Show the Alien!'

Neil deGrasse Tyson challenges recent UAP disclosures, urging officials to provide concrete evidence of extraterrestrial life, highlighting the gap between transparency claims and actual proof.

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Trump’s ‘Department of War’ may soon become official. What would that mean?

In US statecraft and warcraft, the president and Pete Hegseth are now saying previously quiet parts out loud

The Guardian - US

Trump’s DOJ defends Musk’s ‘Colossus’ data center despite claims it threatens Black communities

Elon Musk’s Grok platform provides ‘critical support for the Department of War’s military operations,’ the DOJ said

The Independent UK

Republicans Push to Enshrine 'Department of War' Name in Defense Bill; Rebrand Could Cost Up to $125 Million

Rep. Adam Smith of Washington, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, called the proposal "one of the dumbest things that has been done by this administration"

Latin Times

US lawmakers seek $750 mln for Ukraine, rename Pentagon 'Department of War' in defense bill

The US Senate Armed Services Committee has voted to extend security aid to Ukraine, allocating $750 million. This move signals continued congressional support for Kyiv amidst a Russian invasion. The committee also proposed renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War.

The Economic Times

House GOP pushes to make Trump’s ‘Department of War’ name change permanent

Democratic Rep. Adam Smith calls it ‘one of the dumbest things that has been done by this administration’

The Independent UK

Dell lands $9.7 billion Pentagon deal months after Trump-linked donation

Dell has secured a significant $9.7 billion, five-year technology agreement with the US Department of War for military software and cloud services. This deal, awarded after a competitive bidding process, is expected to streamline licensing and save the Pentagon approximately $422 million annually. The contract follows substantial philanthropic contributions from…

The Economic Times

The ‘warrior ethos’ promises victory — history says it leads to defeat

At Marine Corps Base Quantico in September 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promised assembled generals “maximum lethality” and no “stupid rules of engagement.” Under his leadership, the newly rebranded Department of War would “untie the hands of our warfighters to intimidate, demoralize, hunt, and kill.” Troops would be held to…

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International Business Times UK

Pentagon's June UFO Files to Reveal 'Translucent Beings' as Pastors Warn of 'Demonic' Great Deception

The Pentagon's next UFO files release is rumoured to feature 'translucent' entities and alleged abductions, as two US pastors warn of a coming 'Great Deception' tied to biblical prophecy.

MarketBeat

Telos Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Telos (NASDAQ:TLS) reported a stronger-than-expected first quarter for fiscal 2026, with revenue and adjusted EBITDA exceeding the company’s guidance as growth in TSA PreCheck enrollment activity and execution across large programs helped lift results. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial O

International Business Times

5 Shocking Photos From Trump's UFO Files: FBI 'Bronze Disc' Image Sparks Frenzy Over Proof Aliens Exist

A newly released UFO images from the Trump Administration's archive has sparked intense online debate, with critics questioning its authenticity and supporters viewing it as a turning point in government transparency.

International Business Times UK

Retired Generals Warn Hegseth's Officer Purges Leave the US Military Exposed

Retired military officers express alarm over US armed forces' readiness after dismissals under War Secretary Pete Hegseth, raising concerns about military ethics and potential nuclear risks.

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The Pentagon announces AI deals with OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, and more — LLMs to be deployed on classified Department of War networks ‘for lawful operational use’

The U.S. Department of War announced agreements with seven AI providers, allowing it to deploy multiple LLMs for its use and avoiding lock up with a single vendor.

International Business Times UK

Pentagon's DoD Pushes for $125M Rebrand to Department of War as Officials Call for 7,600 Changes to Federal Law

The Pentagon seeks to rename the Department of Defence to the Department of War, a move projected to cost up to £92.5 million and facing opposition from Democrats over financial concerns.

The Mary Sue

Pete Hegseth Junks US Army-Mandated Flu Vaccines For ‘Medical Autonomy’

Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth rescinded the annual, mandatory flu vaccine issued to members of the Joint Forces. Hegseth reasoned that the policy infringed on service members’ “medical autonomy” and religious freedom.

Reason

D.C. Circuit Declines to Stay Department of War's "Supply-Chain Risk" Designation of Claude

From today's order by Judges Karen LeCraft Henderson, Gregory Katsas, and Neomi Rao in Anthropic PBC v. U.S. Dep't of… The post D.C. Circuit Declines to Stay Department of War's "Supply-Chain Risk" Designation of Claude appeared first on Reason.com.

The Guardian - US

Pete Hegseth is imbuing violence with a religious righteousness

The defense secretary prayed for ‘overwhelming violence’ against enemies in Iran. He seems to delight in it

The Mary Sue

A retired Major General just called out Pete Hegseth as a ‘potential war criminal’

Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth has been gaining attention over his controversial remarks surrounding the Iran war. In multiple instances, Hegseth has threatened acts that are against international law. Retired Major General Randy Manner took the time to condemn Hegseth’s remarks.

The Mary Sue

In a masterclass of trolling, the Iranian Embassy just hit Donald Trump where it hurts

There have been a lot of memes about the Iran war as of late—not all of them are in good taste. But the diplomatic spat between Iran and the United States has reached comedic heights through memes.

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