The White House on Monday defended U.S. strikes on a Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel in September, saying the operation was lawful and authorized by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The strikes, which reportedly targeted survivors of the initial attack, have drawn criticism from legal experts and lawmakers questioning their legality under international law. White House spokeswoman Karoline […]
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US Defense Secretary visits DMZ amid talks on troop role in South Korea
SEOUL — US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) along the North Korean border on Monday as part of his trip to South Korea, the South Korean Defence Ministry said. His visit comes ahead of talks aimed at reshaping the role of US troops stationed in the country. Hegseth arrived at the […]
10-Year defense deal deepens US-India partnership
The United States and India have signed a 10-year defense framework agreement. The deal was announced after a meeting between US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh in Kuala Lumpur. Hegseth described the agreement as a milestone for regional stability and defense balance. According to Hegseth, the deal will increase cooperation […]
US Approves Qatar Air Force Facility at Idaho Base After Trump’s Defense Pledge
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States has authorized Qatar to build an air force facility at Mountain Home Air Base in Idaho, which will host Qatari F-15 fighter jets and pilots, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Friday. The decision follows President Donald Trump’s executive order pledging to defend Qatar against attacks after Israeli air […]
China preparing to use military power in asia, warns U.S. defense secretary
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has warned that China is preparing to use military power to disrupt the balance in Asia. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, he said China’s threat is “real and near.” He added that the United States will remain present in the region to deter any aggression. Hegseth claimed that […]
US defense secretary Pete Hegseth faces backlash over Islamophobic tattoo
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked backlash after revealing a tattoo reading “kafir,” an Arabic term meaning “infidel.” He shared the image on his X account, which has led to accusations of Islamophobia. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemned the tattoo, calling it a sign of anti-Muslim hostility. They also criticized Hegseth for […]