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Pentagon has blocked Ukraine from striking deep inside Russia – report

Wall Street Journal says move is part of Trump administration’s effort to get Putin into peace talks

The Guardian - US · Aug 23, 2025

Kruse Out As DIA Director In Latest Pentagon Shake-Up

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse, the head of the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), has been dismissed following a report that contradicted President Donald Trump’s claims about the effectiveness of strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Benzinga · Aug 23, 2025

Trump's Military Crackdown on Cartels Would Do More Harm Than Good, Human Rights Group Says

President Donald Trump reportedly approved a directive on Aug. 8 authorizing the use of U.S. military force against Latin American drug cartels, which his administration has labeled as foreign terrorist organizations.

Latin Times · Aug 23, 2025

Pentagon asks civilian employees to join ‘volunteer force’ to aid Ice deportations

Selected employees will join Trump’s mass deportation campaign and ‘offer critical support’ to Ice operations

The Guardian - US · Aug 21, 2025

Pentagon Creates Mexican Border Defense Medal for Troops Sent to U.S.-Mexico Line

The Defense Department has established the Mexican Border Defense Medal (MBDM) to recognize U.S. service members deployed to the southern border in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

Latin Times · Aug 20, 2025

The US Navy is spending millions on testing new drone technology. Setbacks have been significant

Trump’s signature domestic policy bill includes nearly $5 billion for maritime autonomous systems

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2025

Pete Hegseth is requiring so much security it’s taking officers off of criminal investigations

Members of U.S. Army’s law enforcement arm complain they are being taken out of the field to watch defense secretary’s family and homes

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2025

Top Air Force Officer To Retire Early Amid Trump's Military Reshuffle—'Certainly Not His Choice'

Gen. David Allvin, the chief of staff of the Air Force, is set to retire two years ahead of schedule. This announcement, made on Monday, adds to the growing list of high-ranking military exits under Trump’s administration.

Benzinga · Aug 20, 2025

Russia launches 'massive drone strike' on Ukraine as Nato military leaders meet to discuss security guarantees

One person was in the attack which caused a large fire at a fuel and energy facility, officials said

Evening Standard · Aug 20, 2025

Human Rights Groups Urge Congress to Block Trump's Military Plans Against Latin American Cartels

More than 30 organizations are urging U.S. lawmakers to reject Trump's plan against Latin American cartels, arguing it would put civilians at risk and destabilize diplomatic ties in the region

Latin Times · Aug 19, 2025