U.S. Military Sees Increase In Suicides Despite Prevention Efforts Learn about the increase in U.S. military suicides in 2023 and efforts to address mental health and gun safety. Top News · Nov 14, 2024
Suicides in the US military increased in 2023, continuing a long-term trend Senior defense officials say suicides in the U.S. military increased in 2023, continuing a long-term trend that the Pentagon has struggled to abate The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024
‘The least qualified nominee in American history’: Why Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense Veterans groups and service members are warning against Trump’s ‘dangerous’ appointment to the Pentagon, as the president-elect rewards loyalists dedicated to his agenda, Alex Woodward reports The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024
Guantanamo Judge Schedules Hearings For 9/11 Defendants' Plea Agreements U.S. military judge schedules plea hearings for 9/11 mastermind and co-defendants at Guantanamo Bay, sparking legal battles over plea agreements and potent... Top News · Nov 13, 2024
Judge sets date for 9/11 defendants to enter pleas in exchange for life sentences The plea deal has angered many leading Republicans The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2024
Judge sets date for 9/11 defendants to enter pleas, deepening battle over court's independence The U.S. military judge at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has scheduled hearings in early January for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants to enter guilty pleas in exchange for life sentences The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2024
Despite 30-day Gaza aid ultimatum, US says support for Israel will proceed US law prohibits military assistance to allies blocking humanitarian aid, but Washington says no assessment on Israel. Al Jazeera · Nov 12, 2024
US Conducts Airstrikes On Houthi Targets In Yemen US conducts strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen to disrupt weapons capabilities and deter attacks on ships. Iran-backed Houthis part of an alliance tar... Top News · Nov 10, 2024
US Government To Appeal Ruling On 9/11 Conspirators' Plea Deals US government to appeal ruling on plea deals with alleged 9/11 conspirators at Guantanamo Bay, highlighting legal complexities and challenges in seeking ju... Top News · Nov 10, 2024
US will appeal judge's ruling that 9/11 defendants can plead guilty and avoid the death penalty A defense official says the Defense Department will appeal a military judge’s ruling that plea agreements struck by the alleged mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, and two of his co-defendants are valid The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2024
Trump says vow to deport millions of undocumented people has ‘no price tag’ President-elect’s plan to quash undocumented migration through mass deportations met with Democratic resistance The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2024
Anxious Pentagon officials fear major upheaval after Trump’s return to White House During the election campaign, the president-elect threatened to use ‘military’ force if necessary to handle his political opponents The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2024
Defense Secretary Austin Expresses Confidence In Military Leadership Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reassures public on military's commitment to integrity and non-partisanship amidst concerns of politicization. Top News · Nov 8, 2024
Secretary Of Defense Reassures US Troops On Transition Process Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin assures US troops of smooth transition to incoming Trump administration, emphasizing military's commitment to upholding d... Top News · Nov 7, 2024
Top News · Nov 7, 2024 Defense Secretary Austin Acknowledges President-Elect Trump's Victory Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin acknowledges President-elect Trump's victory and ensures a smooth transition to the new administration.
International Business Times · Nov 7, 2024 US Military Judge Reinstates 9/11 Mastermind Plea Deal A US military judge has reinstated plea agreements for 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two other defendants, an official said Thursday, three months after the deals were scrapped by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2024 Judge reinstates controversial plea deal for 9/11 masterminds after Pentagon chief tried to void it The ruling means that the three 9/11 defendants before long could enter guilty pleas in the U.S. military courtroom at Guantanamo Bay
Top News · Nov 7, 2024 Military Judge Upholds Validity Of 9/11 Plea Agreements Military judge upholds plea agreements for 9/11 defendants, defying Defense Secretary's attempt to void them. Significant turn in legal proceedings with fa...
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2024 Judge blocks Pentagon chief's voiding of plea deals for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, others in 9/11 case A judge at the military commission at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has ruled that plea bargains struck by alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others were valid, blocking an order by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to throw out the plea deals and continue to trial, a government official said…
The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2024 Netanyahu’s sacking of Gallant likely to precede a shake-up of Israel-US relations The ex-defence minister was close to his US counterpart and his loss will give the prime minister a freer hand
Top News · Nov 4, 2024 Biden Administration Criticizes Israel Over Gaza Aid Progress Biden administration criticizes Israel for lack of progress in Gaza humanitarian aid and condemns settler violence. Urgent need for assistance in Gaza high...
The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2024 US gives Israel a 'fail' grade on improving aid to Gaza so far The Biden administration is stepping up criticism of Israel for not doing enough to improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza as a 30-day deadline looms for Israeli officials to meet certain requirements or risk potential restrictions on military assistance
Top News · Nov 4, 2024 DC National Guard Approved To Assist DC Fire And EMS DC National Guard approved to assist DC Fire and EMS from Election Day through following week. Additional guardsmen on standby for support.
Al Jazeera · Nov 2, 2024 Khamenei warns Israel, US of ‘crushing response’ for actions against Iran The supreme leader had struck a more cautious approach in earlier remarks after Israeli air strikes on Iran last week.
Top News · Nov 1, 2024 US Bolsters Middle East Presence With Bombers And Warships Defense Secretary authorizes deployment of additional bomber aircraft and Navy warships to the Middle East amid ongoing conflicts.