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The Latest Breaking News from Pete Hegseth

‘America’s mortal enemy’: Hegseth’s years-long hatred of Iran resurfaces in book quotes and videos

The controversial defense secretary once compared Tehran to a malign octopus with ‘many tentacles’

The Independent UK

Photographs shouldn’t (always) be pretty. I’m a photographer, and the Pete Hegseth “unflattering” photo fiasco is missing the point

The most impactful photojournalism is rarely of smiling faces, so why were press photographers left out of recent briefings?

Digital Camera World

Seth Meyers on Pete Hegseth: ‘The face of a man war-fighting with his colon’

Late-night hosts discussed reports that Hegseth’s defense department spent $15m on steak as the Trump administration escalates their vague war in Iran

The Guardian - US

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Jesse Watters reveals Trump gave him ‘too big’ shirts after Rubio is mocked over ‘giant shoes’ the president gifted him

‘I felt like pressure to wear it. I mean, it was too big,’ the Fox News host said

The Independent UK

'Donald Trump anointed by Jesus to fight Iran': How US–Israel War got a Biblical spin

Unfortunately for us, since time immemorial, before rulers had to rub our grubby hands for votes, they often claimed God spoke to them — and they had armies, so no one could call them psychotic.

The Times of India

Pentagon bars photographers after ‘unflattering’ photos of Pete Hegseth: Report

The Pentagon barred press photographers from war briefings after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's staff deemed published images "unflattering." This decision, following Hegseth's first briefing in months, led to some outlets being excluded from subsequent events. The Defense Department cited effective space utilization and encouraged outlets to seek credentials for access.

The Times of India

'Senile' Donald Trump Mocked After Humiliating Factory Walk-Off In Ohio

President Trump's claim that the US strikes on Iran amount to a mere 'little excursion' drew sharp rebuke during a Fox News grilling at an Ohio factory, fuelling accusations of confusion as casualties rise. Critics and social media users pounced on the gaffe, questioning the commander-in-chief's grip amid an escalating…

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Pentagon spent $93.4 billion in September 2025: Pete Hegseth faces backlash; calls spending 'completely unacceptable'

Pentagon's $93.4 billion September spending spree, revealed by Open The Books, has sparked outrage. Lavish purchases like lobster, ribeye, and a grand piano preceded a costly conflict with Iran. Critics decry the "use-it-or-lose-it" practice, demanding accountability and reforms as war expenses mount.

The Times of India

Controversial billboard outside naval base reminds military servicemembers of their duty

San Diego Veterans for Peace place sign outside of California base urging Armed Forces not to bow to orders they believe to be illegal

The Independent UK

‘America’s mortal enemy’: Pete Hegseth expressed extreme antipathy toward Iran for years

Comments in books, speeches and videos shed new light on defense secretary’s personal commitment to war on Iran

The Guardian - US

Tech giants and ex military leaders support Anthropic's legal challenge against US government

The Department of War labelled Anthropic a 'supply chain risk,' which means it can exclude them from bidding for contracts and refuse other companies from working with them.

Euronews

Trump officials scrapped Pentagon blueprint to avoid civilian war casualties before Iran strikes, report says

The Trump administration has pushed to increase the ‘lethality’ of U.S. war operations, a move critics say will lead to more civilian deaths

The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth doesn’t want to be photographed at his Iran war briefings

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The Independent UK

Pentagon Bans Press Photographers From Briefings After 'Unflattering' Images Of Defence Chief Pete Hegseth

The Pentagon has barred photographers from Pete Hegseth briefings after 'unflattering' images, fuelling fresh questions over transparency and press access.

International Business Times UK

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Pete Hegseth’s Department of War spent $93.4 billion last month. And they say your healthcare is just too costly

The Department of War (DoD) under Pete Hegseth’s leadership is facing epic fury after reports suggest overspending on Alaskan king crab and lobster tails. Most notably, the DoD’s spending spiked in September 2025.

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump’s mixed messages on Iran leave questions unanswered

More than a week into the US-Israel war on Iran, president has provided little clarity on how the conflict might end

Latin Times

Iranian Strike On U.S. Base In Kuwait Reportedly More Severe Than Previously Known, With Dozens Still Hospitalized

The Iranian strike on a U.S. military base in Kuwait was more severe than previously known, according to a new report, with dozens of military members still hospitalized more than a week later.

The Independent UK

Pentagon blocks photographers from Hegseth's briefings on the Iran war

The Pentagon has not permitted photographers to cover Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's last two briefings on the war in Iran, and hasn't explained the change in longstanding policy

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The Independent UK

Pentagon is banning press photographers over ‘unflattering’ photos of Pete Hegseth: report

Pentagon implemented a new rule last year that led to mainstream media outlets losing press credentials

International Business Times UK

Maren Morris Blasts 'Cornball' Donald Trump And 'Bamboozled' Supporters In Fiery Video

Country star Maren Morris sparked fury and applause with a no-holds-barred TikTok slamming Trump voters and his administration.

The Guardian - US

Jimmy Kimmel on Pentagon splurging on doughnuts: ‘Is this My 600lb Defense Department?’

Late-night hosts discussed Trump’s mixed messaging on Iran, the Melania documentary and a ‘cult’ of Maga footwear

The Independent UK

Trump gives biggest hint yet that he could end Iran war soon

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Reason

War Rations

Plus: Pete Hegseth spends millions on lobster tail and rib-eye steak, oil prices go for another roller-coaster ride, no inflation increase, and more...

The Guardian - US

Trump puts pressure on Senate majority leader – as it happened

President tells John Thune to force through Save America act, which requires proof of citizenship while registering to vote and curbs mail-in voting

The Guardian - UK

The US-Israeli strategy failed to defeat Iran quickly – now they are moving to plan B

It’s called the Dahiya doctrine – and the IDF and US air force are using it to destroy domestic support in Iran, says emeritus professor of peace studies Paul Roger

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