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WASHINGTON - The United States warned on Saturday it was “more than capable” of resuming war with Iran after President Donald Trump said any peace deal must adhere to his red lines, including Tehran never being able to develop nuclear weapons.

Bangkok Post

Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says a stronger, more self-reliant network ‌of allies is essential to deter aggression and preserve the balance of power.

AAP

Pentagon chief Hegseth says U.S. ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal

America is prepared to resume military action against Iran if negotiations fail. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that US forces are capable and well-supplied for such a scenario. This comes as talks continue to bridge significant gaps. President Donald Trump seeks a deal to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

The Economic Times

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'India a critical anchor to hold the line': Hegseth lauds New Delhi's role in Indo-Pacific Security

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth highlighted India as a key pillar of regional stability at the Shangri-La Dialogue, noting its military modernization and growing role in the Indian Ocean. He emphasized India's defense manufacturing capabilities and the US commitment to co-production initiatives, underscoring the importance of collective readiness in…

The Economic Times

Pentagon chief urges allies to boost defence spending amid 'alarm' over China's buildup

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has voiced concerns over China's military expansion in the Pacific. He noted widespread alarm across the region regarding China's growing military activities. Hegseth emphasized that the United States does not desire unnecessary conflict. His remarks were made at a defense summit in Singapore. The US aims…

The Economic Times

Pentagon wants troops to attend Trump’s White House cage fight - but only fit ones

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has previously railed against ‘fat generals and admirals’

The Independent UK

Elon Musk Bags $4.16 Billion Space Force Constellation Deal to Track Hypersonic Weapons From Orbit

The US Space Force awards SpaceX a £3.26 billion contract to build a satellite network for tracking airborne targets, marking a strategic shift in military surveillance.

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Donald Trump Allegedly Purchased Millions in Dell Stock Just Weeks Before It Was Awarded $9.7B Pentagon Contract

Donald Trump's portfolio bought at least 1 million dollars in Dell stock weeks before the firm secured a 9.7 billion dollar Pentagon contract, prompting ethics watchdogs to warn of glaring conflicts of interest.

International Business Times UK

Unusual Machines Stock Looks Like a Winner as Trump Backs Drone Makers

UMAC stock climbed more than 55% as President Trump is reportedly planning to back drone-makers.

Barchart

U.S. Troops Are Being Tracked And Targeted Through Commercial Phone Data

Despite knowing for a decade that commercial location data on smart phones could be used to track U.S. military personnel, the Pentagon took little action to neutralize the potential threat.

International Business Times

The Trump Administration Just Gave Unusual Machines a Big Boost

Unusual Machines stock pops on reports that the Trump administration is considering federal funding for domestic drone companies. But does that warrant buying UMAC shares?

Barchart

White House launches ‘alien’ website to brag about the arrest of migrants

‘Aliens have been walking among us, living in our neighborhoods, and interacting with us in our daily lives,’ the site states

The Independent UK

America fired 1,000 Patriot missiles but replaced only 172: Is the US missile stockpile crisis leaving Ukraine, Taiwan, and America vulnerable until 2029?

The US missile stockpile crisis is now exposing a deeper global defense weakness as America fired more than 1,000 Patriot interceptors but replaced only 172 during the Iran war. Pentagon missile reserves are shrinking fast. Patriot missile shortages are now affecting Ukraine and Taiwan at the same time. Defense experts…

The Economic Times

Pentagon UFO Leaks: Declassified Video Claims Craft Was Blasted to Pieces

Newly released Pentagon UFO leaks include a declassified video of a craft being shot down, a vivid 2025 helicopter encounter and decades of sightings around US military and nuclear sites.

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Shangri-La Dialogue opens with China and doubts about US priorities topping concerns

Asia's top defense summit convenes amid rising concerns over China's military might and assertiveness. Leaders will discuss America's Indo-Pacific strategy and regional stability. The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East also feature prominently. Vietnam's leader opens the conference, followed by the US Defense Secretary. China's delegation is expected…

The Economic Times

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos

China is constructing a massive military complex in its desert regions. Satellite images reveal a sprawling network of launch pads and bunkers. This infrastructure is designed to safeguard China's nuclear missiles. The development signals a significant upgrade in Beijing's nuclear deterrent capabilities. It underscores intensifying nuclear competition with the United…

International Business Times UK

Pentagon Allegedly Puts Building Blocks in Place for Cuba Invasion – Just Awaiting Trump's Go-Ahead, Report Says

The Pentagon has positioned military assets in the Caribbean for possible action against Cuba amid ongoing US sanctions. No immediate move confirmed

The Guardian - US

Guatemala requests US military cooperation against drug trafficking

Central American country says its president spoke with Pete Hegseth to confirm terms of cooperation

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Peter Navarro Accused of Ramming $600 Million Pentagon Loan to Startup Tied to Donald Trump Jr

A White House adviser facilitated a record Pentagon loan to a Trump Jr.-backed startup, raising conflict-of-interest concerns. The deal's rapid approval and connections to the Trump family are under scrutiny.

TechRadar

Pentagon awards $9.7 billion in contracts to Dell, Microsoft to provide software, stop license sprawl, and cut costs across military and intelligence networks

Dell has been awarded a contract to supply Microsoft 365 software and other services for the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and the US Coast Guard.

The Economic Times

Elon Musk defends AI ambitions as IPO reveals trouble

Elon Musk insists that his artificial intelligence venture xAI remains a serious competitor, pushing back against mounting doubts after revelations that the supercomputing facilities built to power his own AI models are being rented out to a rival. It has also landed a Pentagon contract worth up to $200 million…

Latin Times

Guatemala Agrees to Joint U.S. Strikes Against Drug Traffickers in Major Expansion of Trump's Latin America Campaign

Guatemala has agreed to carry out joint military strikes with the United States against drug trafficking groups operating within its borders, according to a report by The New York Times, marking a dramatic escalation in President Donald Trump's anti-cartel strategy across Latin America.

International Business Times UK

Can Aliens Travel To Earth? Here's Why Physics Makes Interstellar Flight Nearly Impossible

A Pentagon release of new UFO footage has revived the question of whether aliens could realistically travel to Earth.

International Business Times UK

Will Donald Trump Fire Pete Hegseth Next? Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Defence Secretary After Shambolic European Troop Blunder

Jimmy Kimmel has mocked Donald Trump's Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over a bungled US troop deployment to Poland, joking he could be the next official to be fired.

Euronews

Dell lands $9.7bn Pentagon contract just weeks after Trump said 'go out and buy'

Dell Technologies has secured a $9.7 billion (€8.3bn) defence contract to supply Microsoft software across the entire US military, just weeks after US President Donald Trump publicly endorsed the company at the White House.

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