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Trump issues executive order targeting transgender troops

Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring a review of medical standards for military personnel, including transgender people. The document could affect thousands of military personnel and is part of a broader initiative to roll back diversity programs.

News of the World • January 28, 09:00 AM • 30687 views

Trump unexpectedly fires inspectors general in key US government agencies

The Trump administration fired inspectors general at 17 US federal agencies without warning. The dismissals took place via email and without the required 30-day notice to Congress.

News of the World • January 25, 06:31 AM • 35848 views

Hegseth moves closer to Pentagon chief: senators vote to advance his nomination

The U. S. Senate has voted to advance Pete Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense by a 51-49 vote. The final confirmation vote for the former Fox News host and U.S. military veteran will take place on Friday.

News of the World • January 24, 07:13 AM • 37192 views

Trump is going to close one of the Pentagon offices

The Trump administration intends to stop funding the Pentagon's Center of Excellence for Civil Defense. The decision to close the office, which was established in 2023, requires Congressional approval.

Politics • January 24, 04:08 AM • 107632 views

Pentagon: Trump's executive order to stop international support does not apply to security assistance to Ukraine

The Pentagon has confirmed that Trump's executive order on a 90-day pause in international support does not apply to military assistance to Ukraine. The document only affects development programs, not USAI and PDA contracts.

War • January 23, 06:45 PM • 58609 views

Trump announces the new Cabinet of Ministers of his administration

The 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump, has presented a list of 23 candidates for key positions in his future administration. The nominees include Marco Rubio for Secretary of State and Robert Kennedy Jr. for Secretary of Health.

News of the World • January 20, 11:25 PM • 36088 views

Key Pentagon expert on Ukraine resigns after US election

Laura Cooper, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russian and Ukrainian Affairs, resigns from her post. Her resignation comes amid Trump's victory and uncertainty over future US policy toward Ukraine.

Politics • January 8, 08:02 AM • 25350 views

Ramstein to determine plan to support Ukraine's defense until 2027

Lloyd Austin will bring together the heads of 8 coalition groups to develop a roadmap for strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities until 2027. The meeting will focus on aviation, armored vehicles, air defense and other areas of military assistance.

War • January 8, 12:17 AM • 26192 views

Pentagon reveals the real effectiveness of the North Korean military in the war against Ukraine

The Pentagon reports on the low effectiveness of North Korean attacks in the war against Ukraine. About 1,000 DPRK soldiers were killed or wounded in the fighting in the Kursk region.

News of the World • December 31, 05:56 AM • 27923 views

Air defense and HIMARS missiles, additional air-to-ground missiles, anti-tank systems: what's in the new US aid package

The United States has allocated a new $2. 5 billion military aid package to Ukraine. The package includes ammunition for air defense, HIMARS, air-to-ground missiles, Javelin, AT-4, drones, and other equipment.

War • December 30, 06:14 PM • 48166 views

Images of new Chinese military aircraft appear online

Photos of two new Chinese military aircraft with a tailless design and stealth characteristics have been posted online. The larger aircraft is diamond-shaped with three engines, while the smaller one has a more traditional look.

War • December 27, 02:39 PM • 22928 views

Biden instructs Pentagon to speed up arms deliveries to Ukraine

The US President responded to the massive shelling of Ukraine on December 25 and ordered an increase in military assistance. The United States provided hundreds of air defense missiles and plans to supply additional weapons.

War • December 25, 10:49 PM • 21010 views

The US plans to increase missile production, including to help Ukraine

The Pentagon has signed a contract with Williams International to expand production of gas turbine engines for missiles. The project includes the production of Harpoon, JASSM, LRASM and Tomahawk for the needs of the United States and Ukraine.

War • December 24, 03:51 AM • 102342 views

China criticizes $571 million in US military aid to Taiwan

The United States has allocated $571 million in military aid to Taiwan, delegating the management of the funds to Anthony Blinken. China criticized this decision, calling it a violation of the “one-China principle” and promised to take action.

News of the World • December 22, 05:37 AM • 22928 views

U.S. and Ukrainian defense ministers hold talks on security assistance and the upcoming meeting of the contact group

Lloyd Austin and Rustem Umerov discussed the situation at the frontline and U. S. military assistance. The parties also agreed on preparations for the upcoming meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's defense.

War • December 21, 04:37 AM • 89360 views

Ukraine hands over evidence of Western electronics used in Russian UAVs to the US

Ukrainian military experts provided the US with evidence of the use of Western components in Russian weapons. Foreign parts were found in the Orlan-10 UAV, including guidance and navigation systems.

War • December 20, 01:16 PM • 19285 views

NYT: Biden administration may not have time to use funds allocated to help Ukraine

The Biden administration may not use all the funds allocated by Congress for military assistance to Ukraine by the end of the term. The use of the remaining funds will depend on the decisions of the future Trump administration.

Politics • December 18, 09:38 AM • 14713 views

Trump knows it's dangerous to freeze the war - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy said that Trump is aware of Ukraine's reluctance to freeze the war, although he wants a quick resolution to the conflict. Ukrainian teams are already working with Trump's teams to build relationships with the new administration.

War • December 17, 11:44 PM • 73725 views

MEDIA: Biden wants to give Ukraine thousands of missiles and rockets before Trump's inauguration

The Biden administration plans to deliver thousands of missiles, hundreds of thousands of shells, and hundreds of armored vehicles to Ukraine in 5 weeks. The Pentagon is using sea and air routes to expedite the delivery.

War • December 13, 07:25 PM • 33550 views

The war in Ukraine "opens a window" on how future armed conflicts will be conducted - the deputy of the US Ministry of Defense

The US Deputy Secretary of Defense spoke about new trends in warfare using Ukraine as an example. Future conflicts will be characterized by a combination of expensive systems and massive use of small and cheap technologies.

War • December 11, 11:34 PM • 80961 views

US State Department approves sale of F-16 maintenance equipment to Ukraine

The US State Department has approved the sale of services and equipment for servicing the F-16 to Ukraine. the package includes mission planning systems, technical support and personnel training.

War • December 11, 12:42 AM • 101777 views

DPRK military in Kursk region preparing for combat operations - Pentagon

The Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of Defense announced that the North Korean military is ready for combat operations in the Kursk region. According to Ukrainian intelligence, 2,000 DPRK troops have been deployed to Russian brigades.

War • December 10, 06:59 AM • 20154 views

South Korean President banned from leaving the country

Yoon Sok Yol was banned from leaving the country after a failed attempt to impose martial law. The president became the subject of a criminal investigation, and his party delegated powers to the Prime Minister.

News of the World • December 9, 10:02 AM • 15333 views

Austin and Umerov discussed new military assistance and preparations for the Contact Group meeting

The US and Ukrainian defense ministers discussed strengthening security support and the situation at the front. The parties reviewed new aid packages and preparations for the Contact Group meeting.

War • December 9, 12:08 AM • 96949 views

Lloyd J. Austin: supporting Ukraine is a key priority for the United States

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin stated the priority of supporting Ukraine and countering Russian aggression. He stressed the importance of uniting the international coalition to protect Ukrainian sovereignty.

War • December 8, 05:28 AM • 25128 views

US allocates new Україні 988 million to Ukraine: what will be included in the aid package - Pentagon

The Biden administration has announced a new безп 988 million security assistance package for Ukraine through USAI. The package includes ammunition for HIMARS, drones and equipment repair components.

War • December 7, 09:38 PM • 63451 views

Trump supports Pete Hegset as head of the Pentagon

44-year-old veteran Pete Hegset received Trump's support in the fight for the post of head of the US Department of Defense.

News of the World • December 7, 12:14 AM • 21870 views

Pentagon chief signs new secret UAV counteraction strategy

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin signed a secret strategy to counter unmanned systems. The document provides for improving threat detection and implementing new solutions in cooperation with allies.

News of the World • December 6, 07:53 AM • 15452 views

Media: US President-elect Trump may change his nominee for Pentagon chief

Donald Trump is considering the candidacy of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hagel as US Secretary of Defense. The reason for the possible replacement was allegations about Hagesse's personal life and doubts about his confirmation by the Senate.

News of the World • December 4, 07:15 PM • 32602 views

Biden asks Congress for an additional 2 24 billion for Ukraine: the Pentagon revealed details to the media

The Biden administration will appeal to Congress for additional funding for Ukraine in the amount of 2 24 billion. Of these, 8 8 billion. it will go to USAI, and 1 16 billion. - to replenish US warehouses for new aid packages.

War • December 2, 07:36 PM • 27555 views