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Trump plans to meet with defense industry execs over dwindling US missile supply, report says

The president has privately expressed anger over the shrinking stockpile and the White House sit-down is probably ‘going to be ugly,’ according to NBC News

The Independent UK

Trump says attack on Iran put on hold, warns US ready for ‘full, large scale assault’ if no deal reached

US President Donald Trump on Monday confirmed that the United States had been preparing to launch a military attack on Iran on Tuesday, but said he had decided to halt the operation after requests from key Gulf leaders as “serious negotiations” with Tehran continue.

The Times of India

‘Trump considered nuclear strike on Iran’: Ex-CIA analyst makes explosive claim, says General Dan Caine ‘shot down’ proposal

Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson claims President Trump considered a nuclear strike on Iran. He alleges Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dan Caine firmly rejected the idea, preventing its execution. Johnson explained the military chain of command and the potential for Caine's resignation if overruled, adding context to Trump's…

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Trump wanted to go nuclear, stopped as Joint Chiefs Chairman said no: Ex CIA Analyst

Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson revealed President Donald Trump inquired about using nuclear weapons. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine reportedly denied the request. Johnson stated Caine's firm refusal prevented nuclear action. Trump later publicly affirmed no nuclear weapons would be used. This discussion occurred amidst discussions…

The Economic Times

Retired Generals Warn Hegseth's Officer Purges Leave the US Military Exposed

Retired military officers express alarm over US armed forces' readiness after dismissals under War Secretary Pete Hegseth, raising concerns about military ethics and potential nuclear risks.

International Business Times UK

Trump ‘briefed on special forces mission’ to secure Iran’s uranium stockpile

Donald Trump reportedly received a high-level briefing on new military options against Iran from Centcom commander Admiral Brad Cooper and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine on Thursday. Options discussed included potential “short and powerful” strikes on Iranian infrastructure and an operation to control parts of…

The Independent UK

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war

The Independent UK

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The moments when Hegseth lost his nerve during Congress questions on the Iran war

The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee during the contentious hearing

The Independent UK

US lawmakers clash with Hegseth on Iran war and $25 billion price tag

The war has cost $25 billion so far (€21 billion), according to Pentagon figures presented to the House Armed Services Committee.

Euronews

Who Is General Dan Caine? The Man Who Allegedly Said 'No' to Trump's Nuclear Codes During the Iran Crisis

General Dan Caine, America's top military officer, is at the center of a viral claim involving Trump and nuclear codes, highlighting his influence amid US-Iran tensions.

International Business Times UK

Trump’s top general promises ‘we always strike lawful targets’ after president threatens Iran’s water supply

General Dan Caine declined to tell reporters whether Iran’s water infrastructure would represent such a target

The Independent UK

US says it’s ‘eliminated’ 16 of Iran’s mine-laying ships

US Central Command has released footage showing Iranian naval vessels being destroyed by US attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. Centcom said that 16 mine-layers were among the targets "eliminated" on Tuesday. General Dan Caine, US Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said that destroying Iran's navy is a…

The Independent UK

Capitol Lens | Raising Caine

Photographers have their photo taken by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine in the Capitol on Tuesday.

Roll Call

Hegseth proclaims ‘America is winning’ during Pentagon briefing on Iran war: Live updates

Hegseth also criticized the media for not focusing on the US successes

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Inside Mar-a-Lago’s makeshift Situation Room as Trump strikes Iran

President Donald Trump and top members of his Cabinet watched Operation Epic Fury unfold in a curtained-off area of his club in Palm Beach, Florida

Reason

Seven Pages Of Nixon Grand Jury Testimony Reveal The Real Threat Of the Deep State

Nixon's enemies within his own administration were spying on and trying to subvert the elected President.

Latin Times

Covert CIA Team Reportedly Carried Out Sabotage Operations In Venezuela To Pave Way For Maduro's Capture

A covert CIA team carried out sabotage operations in Venezuela to pave the way for the capture of authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro earlier in January, according to a new report.

Latin Times

Paranoia Dominates Venezuelan Regime As Trump Admin Ramps Up Pressure: 'Everyone Is a Traitor Until They Prove Otherwise'

The Venezuelan regime is immersed in a state of panic as the Trump administration continues to ramp up pressure in the Caribbean and taking steps towards potential military action in the country, according to a new report

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U.S. Operations In The Caribbean Could Also Be Aimed At 'Getting Russia And China Out Of The Western Hemisphere': Report

The U.S.'s operations in the Caribbean could be aimed at removing the Venezuelan regime from power, but also to get China and Russia out of the Western Hemisphere, according to a new report

Latin Times

U.S. Forces Stationed Near Venezuela Restrict Leave In Preparation For Potential Strikes, Journalist Claims

The U.S. Southern Command (Southcom) is restricting leave over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays in preparation for potential land strikes in the coming days, according to a NewsNation journalist

Latin Times

Venezuelan Regime Slams Marco Rubio For Designation Of Cartel de los Soles As Terrorist Organization: 'Vile Lie'

The Venezuelan regime rejected the designation of the Cartel de los Soles, which the U.S. accuses authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro and other top officials of leading, as a terrorist organization.

The Conversation

What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn’t tell you about ‘Operation Northwoods,’ the false flag operation he loves to denounce

Something’s missing from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s accounts of “Operation Northwoods.” Something that explains the origins of this menu of false flag operations – pretexts for war with Cuba – drafted by the Pentagon in March 1962.

Latin Times

Trump Reportedly Authorizes CIA Plans For Covert Operations Inside Venezuela

President Donald Trump has reportedly authorized CIA plans for covert operations inside Venezuela as tensions between Washington D.C. and Caracas continue to escalate

Latin Times

U.S.'s Top General Caine Set To Go To The Caribbean As Trump Admin Weighs Military Campaign Against Venezuela

The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is set to visit the Caribbean on Monday as the Trump administration considers whether to expand its military campaign against the Venezuelan regime

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Grammy-Winning Songwriter Of ‘Jesus Take The Wheel’ Loses Life In Tragic Plane Crash

Brett James leaves behind a wife and four children.

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