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US Says Two Dead In Strike On Alleged Drug-smuggling Boat In Pacific

A new US strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat killed two people, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday, announcing Washington's first such attack on a vessel in the Pacific Ocean.

International Business Times

More than 30 people killed by US strikes on ‘narco’ boats, as Trump launches first attacks in Pacific waters

At least 37 people have now been killed in war-like campaign despite mounting questions about legal justification and evidence

The Independent UK

US military kills five people in strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats in Pacific

Latest strikes were off coast of Colombia, while seven previous attacks in Caribbean killed at least 32

The Guardian - UK

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Trump administration announces another strike on alleged drug-carrying boat, in the Pacific Ocean

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says in a social media post the U.S. military conducted its eighth strike against an alleged drug vessel

The Independent UK

U.S. Launches First Anti-Drug Strike in Pacific Side of South America, Its Eighth Attack During Pressure Campaign

The United States carried out another strike against an alleged drug-trafficking vessel Tuesday night

Latin Times

Pete Hegseth takes flight in F-18 fighter jet with elite ‘Top Gun’ pilots in latest social media stunt

Pete Hegseth has taken flight in a F-18 fighter jet dressed in Top Gun attire from a Nevada naval air base.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials communicate with Congress

Leaders at the Pentagon have significantly altered how military officials will speak with Congress after a pair of new memos issued last week

The Independent UK

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‘The mentality of a midgrade officer’: Generals have had enough of Pete Hegseth, can’t take him seriously

Trust in him has "evaporated".

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‘Your mom’ becomes trending reply in Trump administration labelled ‘moronic’ and ‘childish’

It’s a comeback that every teenager has used. However, when several members of the Trump administration turn to the reply "your mom" to answer newsworthy questions, many online have become concerned about the White House and government officials behaving like puerile teens.

Euronews

Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials communicate with Congress

Leaders at the Pentagon have significantly altered how military officials will speak with Congress after a pair of new memos issued last week

The Independent UK

‘It’s pathetic’: Trump’s ICE recruitment drive is stalling as new hires can’t pass basic fitness test, report says

Critics have warned that lowered hiring standards and slashed training times will lead to an explosion of abuses by immigration officers

The Independent UK

After leaks, Hegseth limits Pentagon staff's interaction with Congress

The new directive could limit congressional oversight of department activities.

Axios

A timeline of US attacks in the Caribbean and what Congress has had to say

In less than two months, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth say the U.S. military has killed 32 people in strikes against drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean Sea

The Independent UK

‘Stop with this fascist trope’: Pete Hegseth has everyone questioning as he confuses the Marine Corps

Pete Hegseth has never shied away from expressing his problematic thoughts out loud. Very recently, he said that military and other defence personnel will be held to the highest “male standard”, while completely disregarding the existence of women in the field. Now, he is saying that there is no strength…

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Reason

Pentagon's Foolish Press Policy Might Encourage Tougher Journalism

The military establishment’s efforts to quash leaks could encourage them instead.

Axios

Trump to hit Colombia with new tariffs amid clash with Petro over drug trade

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced Sunday that the U.S. had conducted yet another strike.

The Guardian - US

Bravo to the judges standing up to Trump in Chicago and Portland

District courts are speaking truth to power over troop deployments. If only the supreme court would do the same

Benzinga

JD Vance Assures Marines Will Get Paid Amid 'Schumer Shutdown,' Blasts Democrats In Fiery Camp Pendleton Speech

Vice President J.D. Vance told U.S. Marines at Camp Pendleton that they will continue to receive paychecks despite the ongoing government shutdown, while criticizing congressional Democrats for the funding impasse.

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Latin Times

U.S. Creates Military Task Force to Fight Cartels as Conflict With Venezuela Deepens

The United States announced it is intensifying military operations in Latin America, particularly near Venezuelan waters, with the creation of a new joint counter-narcotics task force.

Benzinga

Pentagon, Elon Musk Vs. Netflix: Could Battle Against 'Woke Garbage' Hurt Streaming Giant's Stock?

A new Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX) series about a closeted gay man entering the military is drawing criticism from the Pentagon, adding to the attacks on the streaming company over "woke" content that saw billionaire Elon Musk call for members to cancel their subscriptions.

The Guardian - US

Pentagon criticises Netflix for making ‘woke garbage’ after gay military drama

Boots, hit show about a closeted teen joining the marines, has led to a statement on ‘restoring the warrior ethos’

The Independent UK

Only 15 reporters remain in Pentagon after press pledge prompted walkouts. This is who they are

A handful of reporters from pro-Trump outlets signed the policy, as well as freelancers from foreign-based publications and obscure independent websites.

The Guardian - UK

Donald Trump claims to be the president of peace, but at home he is fomenting civil war

His ruthless use of the national guard to menace cities and political enemies is unprecedented. He is preparing for battle against the ‘enemy within’, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

The Independent UK

Pentagon sparks criticism after dismissing Netflix’s gay military drama Boots as ‘woke garbage’

‘Boots’ follows a closeted gay teenager who enlists in the U.S. Marine Corps

The Guardian - AU

Yes … er, no: The Australian backflips after signing on to Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon reporting rules

News Corp’s broadsheet was one of very few publications to agree to restrict reporting to authorised material before it changed its mind. Plus: a super blooper

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