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For the first time in 8 years, a US Navy ship makes a port call in Cambodia, a top Chinese ally

A U.S. Navy warship has arrived in Cambodia, the first such visit in eight years to a nation that is China’s close ally in Southeast Asia

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Military service academies see drop in reported sexual assaults after alarming surge

New Pentagon data shows that reported sexual assaults at the U.S. military academies dropped in 2024 for the second year in a row

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US General Discusses Syria Situation With Turkish Counterpart

US and Turkey engage in dialogue on Syria security situation and defense cooperation.

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Taiwan blames ‘troublemaker’ China for huge naval drills near shores

The island tracked 53 Chinese military aircraft and 11 navy ships in 24 hours.

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US defense chief observes drills with Japan, Australia, says he's confident about greater capability

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has expressed confidence about enhanced military capabilities among the United States, Australia and Japan as he observed joint exercises showcasing their closer cooperation as tension in the region grow

The Independent UK

US Supports Kurdish-Led SDF Amid Attacks From Turkey-Backed Fighters

US collaborates with SDF in Syria against ISIS amidst tensions with Turkey. Recent events include troop withdrawals, ceasefire agreements, and conflicting ...

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US Defense Secretary In Japan To Strengthen Regional Security

U.S. Defense Secretary Austin visits Japan to bolster alliance amidst Osprey safety concerns and regional tensions. Discussions focus on collaboration and ...

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Pentagon Chief Slams China's 'Coercive Behaviour'

China's "coercive behaviour" threatens regional stability, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday, after Taiwan said Beijing was carrying out its biggest maritime mobilisation around the self-ruled island in years.

International Business Times

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,020

Here are the key developments on the 1,020th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan Says China Carrying Out Huge Maritime Drills

Taiwan said Tuesday that dozens of Chinese warships and other vessels have been deployed around the island, in one of China's biggest-ever military exercises.

International Business Times

US defense secretary in Japan to discuss regional security as US military pauses Osprey flights

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is in Japan to meet with Japanese officials and reaffirm the importance of their alliance and the U.S. commitment to regional security as threats rise from China and North Korea

The Independent UK

Pentagon Chief To Meet Japan PM On Final Asia Trip

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will meet Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Tuesday, having a day earlier warned American troops near Tokyo of the threat represented by China.

International Business Times

Pentagon Unveils New Counter-Drone Strategy Amid Rising Threats

The Pentagon unveils a new counter-drone strategy to address the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial vehicles, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive...

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US Defense Secretary Warns Of ISIS Threat In Syria

US Defense Secretary Austin expresses surprise at rapid Syrian regime overthrow and warns of potential ISIS exploitation. Significant US strikes on ISIS ta...

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US Defense Secretary And Turkish Minister Discuss Syria Developments

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Turkish National Defense Minister Yasar Guler discuss Syria developments and emphasize the need to protect civilia...

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Ukraine war briefing: US announces new $1bn support package for Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets Trump

Pentagon made announcement as Washington races to provide aid to Kyiv before Trump takes office. What we know on day 1,019

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Mcconnell Criticizes Trump's Foreign Policy Views At Defense Forum

Mitch McConnell criticizes Trump's foreign policy views and advocates for US aid to Ukraine at Reagan National Defense Forum.

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Biden administration unveils new $988m US military aid package for Ukraine

In waning days of his presidency, Biden seeks to bolster Ukraine’s defences amid its years-long fight against Russia.

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The Independent UK

Hegseth faces senators' concerns not only about his behavior but also his views on women in combat

Pete Hegseth has spent the week on Capitol Hill trying to reassure Republican senators that he is fit to lead President-elect Donald Trump’s Department of Defense in the wake of high-profile allegations about excessive drinking and sexual assault

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Austin endorses women in combat jobs and exhorts West Point cadets to defend the Constitution

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is forcefully endorsing having women in combat roles and emphasizing the military’s obligation to defend the U.S. Constitution

The Independent UK

Defense Secretary strips Guantánamo official of power to reach settlements, after 9/11 plotter controversy

Defense Department and war prosecutors locked in back-and-forth over plea deals for three 9/11 plotters

The Independent UK

China said to be investigating third defence minister in a row over corruption claims

China claims reports of defence minister being investigated are ‘just shadow chasing’

The Independent UK

Takeaways from AP’s report on a study into extremism in the military that used old data

Early this year, Pete Hegseth told a Fox News audience a new, Pentagon-funded study proved that the number of military service members and veterans involved in the Jan. 6 insurrection did not indicate a wider problem in the armed forces

The Independent UK

AP finds that a Pentagon-funded study on extremism in the military relied on old data

The Independent UK

Osprey ferrying White House staff in New York grounded after flames spotted under engine

Aircraft grounded the day lawmakers wrote to Lloyd Austin to re-ground entire fleet of V-22

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