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US airman recounts Iran rescue in 60 Minutes segment branded propaganda

Critics say segment about airman’s rescue was made to boost public perception of Trump’s unpopular war

The Guardian - US

Hegseth accused of pressuring two rescued airmen to do interview with Bari Weiss’ ‘60 Minutes’

The Pentagon has denied the claims made in CNN’s report, saying there was no pressure for either of the airmen to participate

The Independent UK

Pentagon's Polygraph Crackdown Could Have Targeted 5,000 Staffers in Hegseth's Leak Hunt

The Pentagon considered a draft policy requiring NDAs and random polygraph tests for over 5,000 personnel to prevent unauthorised disclosures, sparking debate over press freedom and security.

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White House reviews candidates to replace Hegseth deputy Feinberg, sources say

The White House is reportedly reviewing candidates to potentially replace Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg. This review comes as the Pentagon faces unusually high staff turnover and leadership changes. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that Feinberg has his full support and is not leaving. Feinberg has been working…

The Economic Times

Stars and Stripes shows how government-funded journalism can work – if it’s free to report the truth

As local and national news outlets continue to disappear across the U.S., I’d always thought that the military newspaper Stars and Stripes offered one model for a partial solution: government financial support.

The Conversation

Four-Star Dissent: Leaked Document Shows SOUTHCOM Chief Warned Iran War Is Straining Latin America

A classified Pentagon document made public this week shows SOUTHCOM commander Gen. Francis Donovan and three other four-star officers formally objected to extending U.S. military commitments in Iran, warning the war is straining forces meant for Latin America, Europe and the Pacific. The Pentagon confirmed the dissent while blasting the…

Latin Times

Military leaders reportedly warned Hegseth against extending Iran operations. Then the Pentagon lashed out at the report: ‘Betrayal of the force’

Officials called the leak a crime

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Pentagon plays down report of Hegseth regularly overruling military advice

Response seeks to discredit Washington Post story that four generals and admirals advised against prolonging Iran war

The Guardian - US

Pentagon spokesman schooled in the law after ranting about report on Iran war hurting US readiness

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell posted a furious response to the report on social media before he was fact-checked by X-users, reporters and lawmakers

The Independent UK

Military leaders are warning Hegseth that escalating Iran war could harm their ability to protect the US: report

Some of the military’s top brass were prompted to speak out after it was revealed that troops could remain in the Middle East into 2027

The Independent UK

US military faces ‘beyond critical’ shortage of Patriot missiles in Europe

The US military is running critically low on Patriot missile interceptors in Europe as the war with Iran drains stocks, according to US and NATO officials. The shortfall is raising concerns about NATO’s ability to counter a potential Russian ballistic missile attack, though officials said no such assault is imminent.

France 24

US runs short of Patriot missiles in Europe as Iran war drains stocks

United States military faces a critical shortage of advanced missile interceptors in Europe. This depletion is largely driven by President Donald Trump's conflict with Iran. US missile stocks have been moved to the Middle East for operations against Iran. This situation raises concerns about NATO's vulnerability to potential Russian attacks.…

The Economic Times

Pentagon fires publisher and editor of US military news outlet Stars and Stripes

Max Lederer and Erik Slavin receive termination notices after publication reported on crew conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln

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Stars and Stripes publisher to retire, citing differences with Pentagon leadership

Stars and Stripes publisher Max Lederer Jr. announced his retirement, citing differing philosophies with Pentagon leadership. This move follows the recent dismissal of the newspaper's ombudsman, who protected editorial independence. The Pentagon plans to refocus the publication's content on military matters and warfighting. These changes occur as Defense Secretary Pete…

The Independent UK

Longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes publication retires amid Pentagon clash over USS Lincoln

The publisher’s departure comes seven months after the Pentagon announced on social media that it intended to overhaul the newspaper to align with department messaging

International Business Times

Pentagon SOS To Defense Industry. Dwindling US Ammunition Stocks Are Real.

President Trump privately confronted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David last week over the issue. Trump was miffed after learning that U.S. missile stockpiles had been depleted far more severely than he had believed.

The Independent UK

‘REVOKED’: Hegseth’s revenge for Qatari Air Force One leaks is revealed

Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall previously warned in media comments that the donated jumbo jet lacked standard Air Force One modifications and added a ‘measure of risk’

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Pentagon strips ex-Air Force secretary Kendall of security clearance over Air Force One claim

Former Air Force secretary Frank Kendall has been stripped of his security clearance and barred from from holding “any sensitive position," after the Pentagon accused him of sharing classified details about Air Force One's capabilities with the media.

Latin Times

Report: U.S. Nearly Exhausted Its Stockpile of Long-Range Precision Missiles During War With Iran

According to CBS News, the most immediate concern is the rapid depletion of Patriot and Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors, which have been used faster than the defense industry can replace them.

The Guardian - US

Trump denies US low on key munitions in war with Iran after reports of shortages

President’s comment come after report he had demanded answers from Pete Hegseth over alleged shortages

International Business Times UK

Trump Explodes at Hegseth as America's Weapons Stockpile Hits Breaking Point

Trump reportedly confronted Pete Hegseth over US missile shortages as conflicting accounts and concerns about military readiness fuel fresh scrutiny of the Pentagon.

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Report says Trump confronted Hegseth over depleted missile stockpiles at Camp David. The White House calls it ‘100% fake news’

Trump reportedly thought the munitions problem "had been fixed."

The Independent UK

‘Exasperated’ Trump battles with White House officials ‘over Iran strategy’

President Donald Trump accused of blowing up at national security advisers last week, although his spokesperson denies ‘eruption’ took place and insists his team remains united

Latin Times

Pentagon Database Lowers U.S.-Iran War Death Toll, Cites 'Temporary Data Disruptions'

Three military officials told The New York Times that one reason for the change was that the four deaths occurred after President Donald Trump declared a ceasefire in April.

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