The United States (US) Department of Defense has announced mandatory annual testosterone screening for all active-duty military personnel aged 30 and above, aiming to identify and address hormone deficiencies that could affect health and operational readiness. Read More: Uzbek weightlifter disqualified from London Olympics US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unveiled the policy in a video […]
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Golden Dome clears first major missile defense milestone
The United States has successfully completed the first live-intercept milestone test of the Golden Dome missile defense system, a flagship security project backed by President Donald Trump. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the exercise as a complete success and said it marked significant progress toward building an advanced shield capable of protecting the country from […]
Hegseth threatens action if Iran fails
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that Washington is prepared to act again if Iran fails to fulfill its commitments under the new agreement. He said the deal was achieved from a position of strength and would be strictly enforced. The warning underscores continued pressure on Tehran despite recent diplomatic progress. Speaking after a NATO […]
Hegseth urges Nato allies to boost defence spending
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth praised Nato allies for increasing military spending but stressed that several countries must do more to meet the alliance’s defence commitments during a meeting of defence ministers in Brussels on Thursday. Speaking ahead of the talks, Hegseth welcomed what he described as significant progress by member states in strengthening […]
US defence chief walks back Pakistan missile threat claim
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has publicly distanced himself from a previous intelligence assessment that named Pakistan’s long range ballistic missile programme as a potential threat to the American homeland, saying Washington is “not pointing a finger” at either India or Pakistan and is instead grateful for their recent roles in peace efforts. During a […]
Hegseth calls Pakistan a sincere friend
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described Pakistan as a sincere friend and expressed optimism about negotiations with Iran. Speaking in Singapore, he said ongoing talks with Tehran had been constructive. His remarks come as Washington pursues diplomacy while maintaining pressure over Iran’s nuclear program. Addressing journalists, Hegseth said Iran understood what was expected and reiterated […]
US Secretary of Defense defends Iran war amid ammunition shortage concerns
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivered a forceful testimony before Congress, strongly defending the Trump administration’s military actions in Iran while acknowledging strain on US weapons stockpiles following the conflict. Read More: Historic Deal Opportunity for Iran Warns US Defense Secretary During the hearing, Democratic lawmakers questioned the scope and consequences of the recent Iran […]
Trump administration says Iran war ‘ended’ to avoid congressional approval deadline
The Trump administration has argued that its military operation in Iran has effectively been “terminated” following a ceasefire, a move that could allow the White House to avoid seeking formal congressional approval under US law. Read More: US lawmakers clash over Trump’s Iran strike authority According to a senior administration official, the US position is […]
Fired Navy secretary John Phelan challenges dismissal, seeks Trump’s final word
A dramatic standoff has emerged in Washington after John Phelan reportedly refused to step down immediately following his dismissal by Pete Hegseth, instead seeking direct confirmation from Donald Trump. Read More: John Phelan removed from his role as US Navy Secretary The abrupt removal of Phelan, announced by the Pentagon with immediate effect, caught many officials […]
Historic Deal Opportunity for Iran Warns US Defense Secretary
US Defense Chief Pete Hegseth said Iran has a historic chance for a deal. He urged Iran to abandon its nuclear program during ongoing tensions. The US Defense Chief Says Iran Has Historic Chance for Deal statement highlights growing pressure for negotiations. Speaking at a press conference, Hegseth said Iran still has an opportunity to […]