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Pentagon refutes claim US Patriot missile stocks are ‘beyond critical’

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The Independent UK · Aug 27

Democrats to investigate ‘miraculous’ rise of Trump Jr’s investment firm

Congressman Jamie Raskin asks president’s son to detail firm’s recent success after he joined 1789 Capital as partner

The Guardian - US · Aug 27

Hegseth Explodes at Reporter Over Foolish Question: 'Why Would I Answer?' as US Missile Stocks Face Scrutiny

Pete Hegseth rejected a reporter's question about US missile stocks as reports point to heavy use of ATACMS and air-defense interceptors

International Business Times UK · Aug 27

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US defense review presses NATO allies to prove they are taking the lead in Europe

The Pentagon is pressing NATO allies to show how they're upping their defense of Europe as the U.S. focuses on security challenges elsewhere

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Trump’s war on Iran is rapidly draining US navy budget, documents and interviews reveal

Exclusive: Experts and former officials say accounts are running dry, and funding a war with no clear endgame is the main challenge

The Guardian - US · Aug 27

Pete Hegseth is worried about the Pentagon’s ‘Soviet-style bureaucracy,’ but the military’s $285 billion maintenance mess is all-American

“You have to question whether the resources are being allocated in a way that provides maximum benefits,” Harvard’s Linda Bilmes told Fortune.

Fortune · Aug 27

After two decades of legal deadlock, accused 9/11 mastermind gets a 2028 trial date

A U.S. Air Force judge has ordered Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the accused mastermind of the September 11 attacks, and three co-defendants to stand trial at Guantanamo Bay beginning June 5, 2028. The date follows decades of legal delays, failed plea agreements and renewed court battles over the military prosecution case.

The Economic Times · Aug 27

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Pentagon's NATO review preparing troop options for Hegseth by November 6

A Pentagon review of US troop deployments in Europe is accelerating, with options for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth due by November 6. NATO allies are concerned about potential large-scale troop cuts and punitive measures against countries perceived as not supporting US foreign policy. The review will evaluate basing decisions and…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

Trump’s UFO advisor says aliens wouldn’t care who the president is

The Trump administration has released five batches of UFO files so far

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says people think governments are using AI ‘to screw them over’, and that’s why the tech is having a ‘a crisis of trust’ — and he’s exactly right

AI is having a 'crisis of trust' because it can't be trusted

TechRadar · Aug 26

Army Chief 'Was Told To Drop Kid Rock Helicopter Probe' Days Before Hegseth Fired Him, New Report Reveals

US Army chief Gen Randy George was dismissed after an investigation into an unauthorised helicopter flyby at Kid Rock's home was halted, raising questions about military leadership changes.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

Iran has caused ‘billions’ in damage to American intelligence assets, report says

CIA outposts in Saudi Arabia and Iraq have reportedly been struck by Iranian drones

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Top military general was ousted days after being told to drop investigation into Kid Rock flyby: report

Pete Hegseth reportedly forced Army Chief of Staff Randy George into retirement and then promoted the secretary’s top aide to the role

The Independent UK · Aug 26

MAGA Influencer Who Accused Officials of Secretly Trying To Get Her in Trouble Exposed as a Pentagon Employee

MAGA influencer Jennica Pounds accused a government official of trying to lure her into an alleged 'Deep State' trap, before her previously undisclosed Pentagon role emerged during the online feud.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

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The Guardian - US · Aug 26

‘A Bible-sized blind spot’: congressman sounds alarm on rising Christian nationalism

In his new book, congressman Jared Huffman argues that theocratic insurgency has only grown more powerful after Donald Trump returned to the White House

International Business Times UK · Aug 25

Author Adam Kirsch Reveals Why the Most Dangerous Part of UFO Disclosure Isn't Actually the Aliens

Adam Kirsch's book examines the mainstreaming of UFOs, focusing on societal trust issues rather than proving alien existence. It highlights the implications of belief in authority and evidence

The Independent UK · Aug 24

The Latest: Bessent warns the world to cut financial ties to Iran or face US retaliation

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says U.S. secondary sanctions in the pipeline aim to block all potential sources of revenue for Iran, telling nations to cut economic ties to Tehran or face U.S. retaliation

The Independent UK · Aug 24

US strikes another ‘drug boat’ in the Pacific as it prepares to expand campaign on land in Latin America

The death toll now exceeds 210 after more than 60 strikes by the Trump administration

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The Economic Times · Aug 24

Trump's North Korea gambit tests US ties with Asian partners, including India

Trump’s outreach to North Korea is unsettling US allies across Asia, with Japan, Taiwan and India reassessing Washington’s security commitments. His decision to cut military exercises with South Korea, hold up Taiwan arms sales and pressure allies on defence spending has deepened concerns over his transactional approach and regional strategy.

The Independent UK · Aug 23

The USS Lincoln has been at sea for 270-plus days. Here’s why conditions on board fell apart

Iranian attacks that devastated a key US base in the Persian Gulf forced the Navy to resupply the aircraft carrier from a faraway island in the Indian Ocean. Now it’s steaming home

The Economic Times · Aug 23

US Navy unveils AIM-424 Malice air-to-air missile with 465-km range

In a significant leap for military technology, the US Navy is evaluating a powerful long-range air-to-air missile that can effectively engage targets beyond 465 kilometers. Its design allows it to seamlessly integrate into the stealth capabilities of fighter jets like the F-35 and F-22. This missile aims to bolster naval…

The Times of India · Aug 23

Amid tensions with Pete Hegseth, US Army secretary Dan Driscoll to step down by year-end: Report

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is reportedly planning to leave his position by late 2026. This departure follows months of reported tension with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Driscoll's exit could leave the Army without a Senate-confirmed leader. The Army also currently lacks a Senate-confirmed chief of staff. These developments signal…

Salon · Aug 22

Pentagon targets "Stars & Stripes"

The military paper has served troops and their families for generations and Congress protects its independence

The Times of India · Aug 22

Over 700 US troops killed, wounded as Iran war nears seventh month

Up to 774 US service members have been killed or wounded in the ongoing conflict. Pentagon casualty figures show 18 deaths and 756 wounded service members reported. Data from August 21 lists 14 deaths and 417 wounded under "Operation Epic Fury". The "Overseas Operations" category was created last month to…

The Economic Times · Aug 22

Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes editor after he defends editorial independence

The Pentagon dismissed the editor-in-chief and a reporter from Stars and Stripes for insubordination. These actions followed public statements defending the news outlet's editorial independence. The newspaper's publisher also announced his impending retirement and was subsequently dismissed. This move escalates tensions between the administration and the news media. The Pentagon…

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