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A Google director resigned over the company's military deals, citing a loss of moral compass and abandonment of AI and environmental principles. The resignation followed Google's agreement with the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for classified work, which the director criticized as violating international law.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that prisoners at Guantanamo Bay should have been executed.

The US is targeting Chinese tech firms Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD over military-tech ties, while both nations increasingly rely on private-sector innovation for military advantage. The Department of Defense designated these companies, reflecting growing US-China competition in technology and security.

US defense secretary Pete Hegseth faced condemnation for linking immigration to the D-day anniversary, with critics accusing him of desecrating the memory of Normandy soldiers. Historians and rights campaigners labeled his remarks as 'grotesque stupidity.'

The US Department of Defense has labeled the counterintelligence threat from Israel as 'critical' due to suspected wiretapping of senior officials, including Steve Witkoff and Elbridge A. Colby. The espionage is linked to negotiations for a peace agreement with Iran, which US officials claim has 'crossed the line'.

US Defense Secretary Hegseth criticized Europe's approach to migration during a speech in Normandy, referencing the 82nd anniversary of the Allied D-Day operation to liberate Nazi-occupied Europe.

US defense secretary Hegseth criticized Europe's migrant situation during a speech in Normandy, 82 years after the Allied liberation of Nazi-occupied north-western Europe.

The US Department of Defense is canceling plans to deploy Tomahawk cruise missiles in Germany due to fears of escalating tensions with Russia and strained US stockpiles. The decision reverses a Biden-era agreement and raises concerns in Berlin about Europe’s reduced long-range strike capabilities amid increased Russian military pressure.

The Pentagon has banned reporters from its public affairs office, marking the area as classified. The Trump administration's actions were criticized by a press freedom advocate as an attempt to silence journalism.

Palantir, a $375bn US data analytics company, is expanding its influence with AI-driven software used by the NHS and the US military. However, its growing role in the British state and global operations has sparked significant controversies and criticism, raising questions about its power.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighted stabilized US-China ties at the Shangri-La Dialogue. Chinese delegate Major General Meng Xiangqing warned against hegemonism and Japanese military expansion, while Japan’s Defence Minister rejected claims of a 'new militarism'.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Asian allies to increase defense spending to purchase American arms, adopting a softer tone on China during remarks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. Hegseth avoided mentioning Taiwan, despite recent Chinese warnings about potential clashes over the island. His comments align with the White House's reduced emphasis on China as the top threat in a recent strategy document.

The NATO Military Committee Chairman stated European allies are expanding military capabilities to meet a 5% GDP defense spending target. This follows a critical speech by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Shangri-La Dialogue, where he accused European partners of weakening their militaries.

The US defense secretary, Hegseth, stated that the US is not turning back on Asia allies but expects them to enhance their defense capabilities. The remarks were made during a security summit in Singapore, where questions about US commitment and potential arms deals were discussed.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the US maintains military readiness to resume strikes against Iran if diplomatic efforts to finalize a peace agreement collapse. He emphasized the positioning of strategic reserves globally and regionally to enforce US prerequisites.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a softer tone towards China at the Shangri-La defence forum compared to the previous year. He avoided mentioning Taiwan in his speech and took a cautious approach to US arms sales to the island, following the meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth expressed alarm about China's military buildup in Asia. He also stated the US expects its Asian allies and partners to increase defense spending to 3.5% of their GDPs.

Foreign adversaries exploited commercial geolocation data from US military personnel's smartphones to target or surveil troops in the Middle East, according to Pentagon admissions. Despite congressional demands for improved smartphone security, the Department of Defense has not fully disabled geolocation features on issued and personal devices in active war zones.

US forces deployed to war zones have been targeted using commercially available location data, according to reports from military officials. This highlights the role of the global surveillance economy in influencing modern warfare.

The Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore will focus on the implications of the Xi-Trump summit for regional security. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech will be a key indicator of how the talks between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump have impacted stability.

The Trump administration proposed a record-breaking $1.5 trillion military budget for FY2027, a 66% increase from the previous year, which US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended to Congress as a commitment to 'defeating any adversary.' Critics, however, suggest the plan may backfire.

The US military killed one person in a strike on an alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, leaving two survivors. The Trump administration's campaign against drug trafficking has resulted in nearly 200 deaths, drawing widespread condemnation. US Southern Command coordinated with the Coast Guard for rescue operations.

Tehran accused Washington of breaching a ceasefire following overnight US strikes, while Israeli bombardment in Lebanon caused dozens of deaths, destabilizing an already fragile truce. Both incidents threaten regional ceasefires in Iran and Lebanon.

The US Department of Defense's internal watchdog is investigating whether military commanders followed proper procedures before conducting airstrikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. The investigation will examine if the standard six-step process was followed. The inquiry aims to determine if lethal strikes were approved correctly.

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon over press restrictions, arguing that the policy requiring journalists to have official escorts is unconstitutional. The Trump administration unveiled sweeping restrictions on press access at the Department of Defense last September. The New York Times claims these restrictions are 'utterly unreasonable'.

A top Pentagon cyber official, Paul Lyons, stated that advanced AI models will fundamentally change warfare, representing a 'revolutionary warfare'. The development of frontier AI models like Mythos is a watershed moment, forcing the department to address difficult questions. The US Department of Defense is optimistic about the opportunity, given that it's being developed by American companies.

The Army is facing a budget crunch and cutting training costs across the force. The sudden shortage of billions of dollars is forcing officials to scramble and slash costs. This move will impact broad swaths of the Army.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine are testifying in back-to-back hearings regarding a $1.5 trillion budget request. The hearings are being held before the House and Senate Appropriations subcommittees, which oversee defense spending. This is a key step in the budget approval process.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine are testifying before House and Senate Appropriations subcommittees on a $1.5 trillion budget request. The hearings will focus on defense spending. Hegseth is being questioned amid the budget request.

The US military has a playbook to cripple Iran's military capabilities if nuclear talks collapse, targeting missile systems and command networks. Negotiations are fragile due to deep mistrust on both sides. The US is prepared to escalate if diplomacy fails.

The US has launched midnight strikes on a crucial Iran oil port, despite officials claiming a ceasefire is in place. The move has significant implications for the region's stability and oil supply. Tensions between the US and Iran remain high.

The US launched midnight strikes on a crucial Iran oil port, despite officials claiming a ceasefire is in place. The move has raised concerns about escalating tensions between the two nations. The strikes targeted key oil infrastructure in Iran.

The US has paused naval escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz to allow negotiations with Iran to continue, but warned that failure to reach a deal would result in a significantly escalated bombing campaign. President Donald Trump announced the pause, while maintaining that the US naval blockade would remain in place. The conflict could soon come to an end if Iran agrees to the terms under discussion.

US Defense Secretary Hegseth stated that the 90-day timer for the president to seek congressional approval for an Iran war pauses or stops during a ceasefire. The comment addresses procedural timelines under the War Powers Act.

The US and Iran have reportedly reached a ceasefire, with the Defense Secretary stating hostilities have ceased. However, lawmakers argue that US forces remain active despite halted air raids, raising questions about the impact on the War Powers Act deadline.

US President Donald Trump threatens to withdraw troops from Italy and Spain, citing criticism of the US-Israeli war on Iran. Italy's defense minister Guido Crosetto denies accusations of insufficient support, particularly regarding maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth clashed with Democratic lawmakers during a nearly six-hour-long hearing, marking his first time being questioned under oath since the start of the Iran war.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced his first congressional hearing under oath since the conflict with Iran began. The hours-long session highlighted tensions between the administration and lawmakers over the war. Key issues included accountability and strategic decisions related to the conflict.

Pete Hegseth, US defense secretary, denied that the US-Israel war on Iran is a 'quagmire' and criticized lawmakers as a greater threat than Iran itself. He testified before the House armed services committee alongside Gen Dan Caine, requesting a $1.5tn military budget as the conflict's cost to the US reached an estimated $25bn.

Google has reportedly signed a classified AI deal with the US Pentagon, allowing the military to use its AI models for 'any lawful government purpose.' The agreement aligns Google with other Silicon Valley firms like OpenAI and xAI, which also supply AI to the US military, despite employee opposition and tensions with the Pentagon.