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US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in the Iran war, analysis finds

U.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war

AAP

US military weapon shortage from Iran war leaves America vulnerable to China conflict

This vulnerability comes as China has set a goal of being capable of taking Taiwan by force by 2027

The Independent UK

Pentagon has a special message on Memorial Day...delivered by Kid Rock

Kid Rock delivered the Memorial Day message from the Pentagon lectern wearing sunglasses, a black hoodie and a chain around his neck

The Independent UK

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Kid Rock delivers unusual Memorial Day speech from inside Pentagon as friendship with Pete Hegseth comes into spotlight

Kid Rock delivered an unusual Memorial Day message from inside the Pentagon this week, appearing behind an official Defence Department podium in sunglasses, a hoodie and a thick chain as he paid tribute to fallen US service members.

The Times of India

Pentagon Says More UFO Files Are Coming 'Every Few Weeks' and Here Is What to Watch For This Time

The Pentagon is preparing a second batch of declassified UFO files after the first release of 162 documents drew over a billion visitors to the PURSUE website.

International Business Times UK

Iran rebuilt military capacity faster than expected during ceasefire, says US intelligence

US officials said that Iran was rapidly rebuilding its drone capacity as peace efforts stall

The Independent UK

Military Footage Shows Alleged Star-Shaped UFO as Government Readies Second Batch of Files for Release

The Pentagon is set to release more UFO files following public and legislative pressure, with new footage sparking renewed interest in unexplained aerial phenomena.

International Business Times UK

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Poland welcomes U.S. statements that troop reduction there is temporary

Polish officials have welcomed U.S. statements clarifying that the decision not to deploy 4,000 U.S. troops to Poland is temporary

The Independent UK

New York Times sues Pentagon second time over Hegseth's media restrictions

The New York Times has sued the United States Department of Defense for the second time in five months, challenging a Pentagon rule that requires journalists to be escorted while inside the building.

The Economic Times

The New York Times sues the Pentagon a second time over Hegseth's media restrictions

The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access

The Independent UK

'Can I Sue for My Tax Being Misused' Tops Comments After Kid Rock's Apache Joyride Becomes Concert Promo

Kid Rock's Apache helicopter promo sparks outrage over military resource use, oversight, and spending priorities.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth ‘emboldened’ by firing of top military officials as he moves to ‘consolidate control’: report

The Defense Secretary remains defiant following nine hours of congressional testimony, and is now ‘more confident than ever in his job’

The Independent UK

US to withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of about 5,000 troops from Germany within the next year, the Pentagon said on Friday, in the latest rift in transatlantic ties over the Mideast war.

Radio France Internationale

Secretary of War faces Senate grilling over $1.5T budget even as GOP senators quietly await his exit

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is heading to Capitol Hill this week to defend the Pentagon’s $1.5 trillion budget request, but the real drama might not be the numbers. It’s the growing chorus of GOP senators who are done waiting for him to leave.

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International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Invites Kid Rock on £75m Apache Helicopter Missions as Flight Data Tracks Rockstar's Military 'Joy Ride'

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed Kid Rock to fly in a US Army helicopter, sparking controversy over taxpayer costs and military asset use.

The Independent UK

Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny

Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Faces GOP Revolt as Senators Warn of 'Hollowing Out' at Pentagon

Senate Republicans are turning on Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of hollowing out top military ranks and mishandling senior personnel changes at the Pentagon.

The Independent UK

‘Petty middle-school drama’: Fears of firings permeate through Pentagon after high-profile ousters

‘There's a lot of confusion and head-shaking,’ an administration official said

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Navy Secretary John Phelan was on Capitol Hill talking shipbuilding all day. Hours later, he learned he was fired by reading it on X

The military purge continues.

International Business Times UK

'Completely Unacceptable': Strait of Hormuz Could Take 6 Months to Fully Open But Pentagon Dismisses Report

The Pentagon denies claims that reopening the Strait of Hormuz could take six months, amid escalating tensions between Iran and the US.

The Mary Sue

US Secretary of the Navy Abruptly Departs from His Post

In a shocking twist of events, the US Secretary of the Navy, John Phelan, was ousted from his post. He’s the latest Trump official to be relieved from his position. But the timing has left people uncertain, as there is an ongoing blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

Is Hung Cao the New Acting Navy Secretary? Inside John Phelan's Resignation and Sudden Leadership Shake-Up

Hung Cao becomes Acting Navy Secretary following John Phelan's sudden resignation. Cao's controversial past remarks and military background spark debate amid Pentagon leadership changes.

International Business Times UK

No Prior Experience, Trump-Appointed Navy Secretary John Phelan Removed From Post As Past Links To Jeffrey Epstein Mounts

John Phelan's sudden removal as US Navy Secretary raises questions about leadership tensions, Pentagon shake-ups, and the real reasons behind his immediate exit.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: ‘Impossible’ to reopen strait of Hormuz amid ‘flagrant’ ceasefire breaches, Iran says

Iran seizes two ships in critical waterway as Washington and Tehran maintain separate blockades. Plus, Jodi Kantor on how to find a career you love

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: Pentagon replaces secretary of the navy amid US blockade in strait of Hormuz

John Phelan is ‘departing the administration, effective immediately’ says Pentagon as undersecretary Hung Cao takes over – key US politics stories from 22 April 2026 at a glance

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