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Hegseth slams Royal Navy as he urges allies to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

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The Independent UK

Watch Pete Hegseth take swipe at ‘big bad Royal Navy’ in latest insult to allies over Iran war

Pete Hegseth took a swipe at the "big bad Royal Navy" in the Trump administration's latest insult to the US's allies, as he called for Britain and other nations to join the effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping traffic.

The Independent UK

Markets cheer as Trump threatens to abandon the Strait of Hormuz, leaving the oil market in crisis

The White House is signaling that it’s ready to leave the strait in allies’ hands: “The USA won’t be there to help you anymore, just like you weren’t there for us.”

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Trump will ‘negotiate with bombs’ and lead the free world — whether it likes it or not, Hegseth vows

ANALYSIS: Nobody will say for sure whether civilians will suffer and ungrateful allies should be careful, reports Holly Baxter on a Pete Hegseth war briefing that played fast and loose with the English language

The Independent UK

'Nothing Wrong': White House Responds to Pope Leo XIV's Criticism of Donald Trump's War in Iran

Karoline Leavitt has defended Donald Trump's Iran war after Pope Leo XIV said 'God does not listen to the prayer of those who wage war', insisting there is 'nothing wrong' with the White House urging Americans to pray for troops.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Defends Ambiguity On Whether U.S. Will Send Ground Troops To Iran: 'Not Going To Foreclose Any Option'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended President Donald Trump's refusal to reject sending ground troops to Iran, saying he doesn't "understand why the base wouldn't the base, which they have already, have faith in his ability to execute on this."

Latin Times

Hegseth believes ‘blowing s*** up’ is the best way to keep his job as he quickly backed Trump’s plans to attack Iran

Hegseth was ‘one of Trump’s biggest cheerleaders’ for pressing ahead with the war in Iran, now entering its fifth week

The Independent UK

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As Iran war passes one-month mark, mission creep clouds Trump’s strategy

Mission creep has stymied U.S. presidents in the Middle East and beyond, and now the escalation of President Donald Trump’s military operation in Iran has left him with no clear off-ramp as congressional Democrats lambaste his command of the war. The commander in chief and his top war aides initially…

Roll Call

'Trump doesn't bluff': Pentagon chief warns Iran, says US wants deal but 'prepared to continue with bombs'

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth declared upcoming days "decisive" in the Middle East conflict, warning Iran to "cut a deal" as President Trump "doesn’t bluff." He emphasized shifting power dynamics and US options, urging Tehran to relinquish ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Escalation continues with recent attacks impacting oil…

The Times of India

Despite month of bombing, Iran retains some missile capability

Iran has retained some of its ability to launch offensive missile attacks after a month-long U.S.-Israeli bombardment of the country that was intended to cripple Tehran’s military might, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Tuesday. Iran “will still shoot some missiles, but we will shoot them down,” Hegseth said during a Pentagon…

Roll Call

Pentagon denies report linking Hegseth’s broker to defense investment attempt before Iran war

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The Independent UK

Hegseth’s broker accused of seeking to invest millions in defense contractors before Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused of attempting to profit from Operation Epic Fury as Pentagon insists claim ‘false and fabricated’

The Independent UK

Trump pursues era of unshackled warfare

Trump famously criticized the Geneva Conventions during his 2016 campaign.

Axios

'Fabricated': Pentagon rejects report that Pete Hegseth attempted defence investments before US-Israel attacked Iran

A report alleged a broker explored defense investments before US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Sean Parnell, assistant to US War Secretary Pete Hegseth, has vehemently denied these claims. He stated the allegations are false and fabricated. Parnell demanded an immediate retraction of the report. Secretary Hegseth and the Department of War…

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Pete Hegseth’s broker explored investment in defence firms before Iran attack: Report

The investment ultimately did not materialise, as the fund, introduced last year, was not yet available for purchase through Morgan Stanley’s platform. The report did not clarify how much authority the broker had to act independently or whether Hegseth was aware of the move. BlackRock declined to comment, while Morgan…

International Business Times UK

'Quit Wasting Tax Payer Dollars': US Army Investigates Kid Rock's Apache Helicopter Stunt

The US Army is investigating an incident involving Kid Rock and an Apache helicopter, raising questions about military spending and taxpayer-funded equipment.

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‘That’s all we have tolerance for’: Fox News host who lost both legs in Afghanistan sends Trump a warning he can’t ignore

His message is hard to argue with

Latin Times

Military Chaplains Warn of Retaliation Over Hegseth's Religious Framing of War: 'Feel They Can't Voice Their Concerns'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing concern within the military as chaplains and senior officials warn that his religious framing of the Iran war is creating an environment where dissent is discouraged and may carry professional consequences.

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International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth 'Blocks Promotions' of Black and Female Army Officers Amid Trump DEI Crackdown

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked the promotions of four senior Army officers, sparking controversy over diversity and inclusion in the military.

International Business Times UK

Trump Adviser Paula White Says Christians Must Send 10% Of Gross Income To Israel Or Risk Disobeying God

Paula White-Cain, Trump's spiritual adviser, calls for tithes to fund Israel projects, stirring controversy over her role and fundraising methods.

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Donald Trump drew map of ‘Greater North America’ and yes it includes Greenland and no it wasn’t drawn with crayons

Donald Trump probably couldn't even point to Greenland on a map.

The Guardian - US

Trump to revoke protections for endangered species in Gulf of Mexico

President is convening so-called ‘God squad’ to override provisions of Endangered Species Act for ‘national security’

The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth is changing the way the Pentagon handles faith. Some in the military are finding it ‘terrifying,’ report says

This week, Hegseth prayed that ‘wicked souls’ be ‘delivered to the eternal damnation’ in the fight against Iran

International Business Times UK

Rob Schneider Backs Military Draft Despite Never Having Served

Actor Rob Schneider has called for the US to reinstate the military draft, urging mandatory service for all Americans aged 18 amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Humiliated: Secretary of War Facing 'Bus' Rumours After Donald Trump Reveals Nasty Private Review

Donald Trump's attempt to praise Pete Hegseth at a Cabinet meeting instead left the defence secretary looking publicly diminished.

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