Netanyahu’s son sparks furious backlash for saying the Falklands belong to Argentina Donald Trump raised the issue again with new threats to ‘review’ America’s stance on the Falklands The Independent UK · Sep 1
Trouble at the Pentagon Plus: Nuns who podcast, Burning Man's median age is 40, Danish reparations, and more... Reason · Sep 1
The Latest: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down The Independent UK · Sep 1
Experts warn that Trump’s AI fakery in Iran will destroy public trust: ‘Breaking our shared reality’ ANALYSIS : Seven years ago, he altered a hurricane map with a Sharpie marker and made a federal agency endorse it. On Monday, the president published AI-created fake combat footage purporting to depict a war he is actually fighting, and the Pentagon had to say it never happened. The impact… The Independent UK · Sep 1
‘Led us down such a dark path’: documentary explores how 9/11 changed America In Netflix film Turning Point: Generation 9/11, the lives of people forever impacted by the terrorist attack in 2001 are explored The Guardian - US · Sep 1
The chaos inside Hegseth’s defense department that left Trump ‘concerned’ by scale of purge IN FOCUS: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, one of a long list of Pentagon departures under the defense secretary’s rule, has spoken out about his exit. Joe Sommerlad reports The Independent UK · Sep 1
Trump Stirs 2028 MAGA Succession War as Hegseth Secretly Explores Presidential Bid Against JD Vance President Trump downplays reports of Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's potential 2028 presidential run, highlighting that it's premature to discuss successors. Hegseth denies the claims, calling them '100% false'. International Business Times UK · Sep 1
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Quits as Reported Hegseth Feud Deepens Pentagon Turmoil US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months, amid reported tensions with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and ongoing Pentagon leadership challenges during international crises. International Business Times UK · Sep 1
Ban on Transgender Troops Heads to Supreme Court as Trump Fights June Ruling That Blocked Discharges The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to let the Pentagon discharge transgender troops, challenging a June appeals court ruling that blocked their removal. International Business Times UK · Sep 1
Iran-US war latest: Tehran hits back after Trump strikes Iranian tankers and wedding party The latest US strikes follow Iranian attacks on shipping and American service members The Independent UK · Sep 1
US army secretary Dan Driscoll steps down amid tensions with Pentagon chief Hegseth: Report Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned after about 18 months in the post, becoming the latest senior military official to leave the Trump administration amid a sweeping shake-up of Pentagon leadership. The Times of India · Sep 1
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll tenders resignation over rift with Pete Hegseth U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation amid escalating tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, though the White House has not confirmed acceptance. Driscoll reportedly opposed Hegseth’s interference in Army transformation and appointments. The Economic Times · Sep 1
Kinzinger thought Pentagon paid influencers. Now it seems conservative veteran influencers were secretly hired to roles that can influence policy Outed by an online freak-out. We Got This Covered · Sep 1
White House working with North American Blue Energy Partners on Venezuela oil deal The White House says it’s partnering with North American Blue Energy Partners in a deal that will give the Pentagon a stake in Venezuela’s vast oil reserves The Independent UK · Sep 1
The Independent UK · Sep 1 Trump’s Army Secretary resigns after reportedly clashing with Hegseth Dan Driscoll leaves after 18-months in the job with White House bogged down in Iran conflict
The Independent UK · Aug 31 Trump says he is reviewing US position on Falkland Islands Donald Trump’s comments come after a report suggesting the US was considering an ultimatum on Britain’s sovereignty of the islands if it did not increase defence spending
International Business Times UK · Aug 31 Trump Admin Asks Supreme Court Green Light To Discharge 29 Currently Serving Transgender Service Members The Trump administration requests the Supreme Court to permit the Pentagon to discharge transgender service members, challenging a lower-court injunction as the legal battle over the military's transgender ban continues.
The Guardian - US · Aug 31 US army secretary Dan Driscoll resigns over reported friction with Pete Hegseth Resignation comes after months of turmoil at Pentagon, from leaked investigation to ousting of senior officials
TechRadar · Aug 31 Today I learned that F-35 pilots get $400,000 helmets with 'X-ray vision' - but the Pentagon almost ditched them F-35 pilots each get a $400,000 helmet connected to six infrared cameras mounted to the airframe of their fighter jet
International Business Times UK · Aug 31 Rothkopf: Trump Governs Like a King, Not a Commander-in-Chief, as Iran War Costs Hit $37B The US-Iran conflict has cost $37.5 billion, sparking constitutional concerns over Trump's war powers. Analysts critique the lack of congressional approval and escalating financial and human costs.
The Times of India · Aug 31 Trump destroys Kharg Island digitally - with AI slop President Trump posted an AI video showing Kharg Island destroyed. Defense analysts confirmed no such attack occurred on the vital oil hub. Actual fighting resumed between US and Iranian forces on Sunday. Pentagon officials could not substantiate the president's battlefield claims. This highlights a growing disconnect between rhetoric and reality.
The Independent UK · Aug 31 Hegseth hired conservative influencers who amplify his ‘warrior ethos’ mantra, according to report It’s unclear what work the conservative influencers are engaging in or if they are receiving financialso in compensation
The Guardian - US · Aug 31 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
Kiplinger · Aug 31 Congress Faces Busy Autumn Lawmakers likely will avert a government shutdown before hitting the campaign trail.
The Independent UK · Aug 31 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