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WSJ: Russia uses thousands of Starlink terminals in Ukraine

According to Ukrainian military intelligence, Russian troops in Ukraine are using thousands of Starlink satellite communication terminals purchased through intermediaries, although SpaceX claims it has no business with Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 12:13 AM • 31703 views
Spain to hand over M113 armored vehicles, generators, air defense components and other equipment to Ukraine

Spain will give Ukraine M113 armored vehicles, generators and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 07:49 PM • 30613 views
Pentagon chief returns to work after treatment

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has returned to his duties at the Pentagon after being discharged from the hospital and undergoing rehabilitation.

News of the World • February 15, 03:55 PM • 22566 views
Pentagon announces successful launch of six hypersonic and ballistic missile tracking satellites

The Pentagon has announced the successful launch of six satellites that will track hypersonic and ballistic missiles and become part of a fighter jet tracking system.

Announcements • February 15, 01:34 PM • 21212 views
US to launch hypersonic weapons tracking satellites into orbit

The US will launch 6 surveillance satellites into orbit, 2 of which will track hypersonic missiles and 4 of which will track fighter jets, the Pentagon announced.

News of the World • February 15, 12:50 AM • 136191 views
"Ramstein-19": Austin promised to tailor support to Ukraine's needs, mentioned artillery, F-16s and multi-level air defense

The US Secretary of Defense said that the Ukraine Defense Contact Group will continue to provide support to meet Ukraine's short- and long-term security needs, including the provision of F-16 aircraft.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 03:38 PM • 26674 views
"Ramstein-19": Umerov outlines priorities, Syrskyi joins as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces for the first time

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine outlined the priorities of the Defense Contact Group meeting, focusing on increasing defense production, drones and technology, and addressing immediate and long-term challenges.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 02:53 PM • 23891 views
US Defense Secretary discharged from hospital

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for bladder problems and will return to work at the Pentagon later this week, recovering remotely from home.

Health • February 13, 11:27 PM • 25284 views
Pentagon chief Austin, who was hospitalized the day before, will take part in the Ramstein meeting

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin will participate virtually in a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group on February 14 after undergoing a medical procedure.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 02:10 PM • 26911 views
Pentagon chief cancels trip to Brussels for Ramstein: what is known

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has canceled his trip to Brussels for a meeting on aid to Ukraine after being hospitalized over the weekend for bladder problems.

Politics • February 12, 05:19 PM • 31373 views
Pentagon chief hands over duties to deputy after hospitalization

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin handed over his duties to Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks after being hospitalized for an urgent bladder problem.

Health • February 12, 07:10 AM • 24146 views
Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin hospitalized again

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin was transported to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on February 11 due to urgent urological problems requiring supportive treatment and close monitoring.

News of the World • February 12, 06:36 AM • 25648 views
Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin to chair Ramstein meeting on February 14

Pentagon Secretary Lloyd Austin will chair a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in Brussels on February 14 to discuss the war in Ukraine and the international support needed to defend its territory.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 03:37 AM • 28446 views
Pentagon: we are already cooperating with the new commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi

The Pentagon says it will effectively cooperate with Ukraine's new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after his appointment by President Zelenskiy.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 09:58 PM • 35709 views
US reacts to personnel changes in the Armed Forces and appointment of Syrsky

The United States says it will effectively cooperate with the new commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after his appointment by President Zelensky.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 08:05 PM • 39580 views
The Economist: Ukrainian kamikaze drones are the weapons of the future

Ukrainian kamikaze drones, which are cheap, easy to operate, and have proven effective against russian troops and equipment, are called the weapon of the future by The Economist.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 02:25 PM • 22167 views
US drone strike kills Iraqi group leader behind deadly attack on US base

A U. S. drone strike in Baghdad killed the commander of the Iraqi group Kataib Hezbollah, who was responsible for planning and participating in attacks on U.S. troops in the region.

News of the World • February 8, 12:20 PM • 24309 views
It is necessary to significantly speed up and increase the supply of ammunition: Umerov addresses Borrell

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell to discuss the intensification of Russian attacks, thank the EU for its support, and call for more ammunition to repel the aggression.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 07:04 PM • 31761 views
They discussed the latest developments on the battlefield and preparations for Ramstein: the Pentagon chief spoke with Umerov

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov discussed developments on the battlefield and the upcoming meeting on the defense of Ukraine, with Austin reaffirming U.S. support for Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 06:22 PM • 32067 views
Austin agrees to testify at House hearing about his secret hospitalization

This month, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will testify before the House Armed Services Committee about his decision to conceal his recent hospitalization from senior national security officials.

News of the World • February 7, 12:58 PM • 20770 views
US continues to supply arms to Ukraine - Pentagon

The United States continues to supply Ukraine with military equipment purchased under the USAI program and will do so for years under long-term contracts, the Pentagon says.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 10:02 AM • 34475 views
Sky News: UK and US strike Yemen with 20 fighter jets

According to Sky News sources in Washington, the United Kingdom has launched joint strikes on Yemen using more than 20 fighter jets.

War in Ukraine • February 3, 11:21 PM • 30655 views
Norway gives the Pentagon access to eight military facilities on its territory

Norway grants the Pentagon access to eight additional military facilities in Norway as part of an amendment to the bilateral defense cooperation agreement until 2022.

News of the World • February 3, 02:06 AM • 36300 views
US State Department approves sale of Hellfire air-to-ground missiles to the Netherlands

The United States approves the sale of 386 Hellfire missiles and military equipment worth $150 million to the Netherlands to strengthen the security of its NATO ally.

News of the World • February 3, 01:04 AM • 32721 views
Biden and Pentagon chief make statements on US strikes on Iraq and Syria

The U. S. military struck seven targets in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militants in response to a missile attack in Iraq that killed three U.S. servicemen.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 10:56 PM • 33431 views
The US approves a $4 billion deal to sell UAVs to India: State Department

The US State Department approves the sale of 31 MQ-9B SkyGuardian military drones and related equipment to India for $4 billion.

Politics • February 1, 10:09 PM • 34706 views
US and British Defense Ministers discuss support for Ukraine

Secretary of the Pentagon Lloyd Austin and UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps discussed further joint support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Politics • February 1, 09:20 AM • 25705 views
Nuland says US bombs are on their way to the front line

The U. S. Deputy Secretary of State announced that U.S. small-diameter guided bombs are now on their way to the front lines in Ukraine to continue to provide security support. According to her, Washington continues to provide Kyiv with security support, including new weapons.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:25 PM • 32266 views
The United States is planning a solution that will allow it to provide assistance to Ukraine with weapons

The United States plans to provide Ukraine with weapons by transferring them to Greece with the understanding that Greece will then transfer some of its surplus weapons to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 10:09 AM • 23192 views
"A matter of life and death": five EU leaders demand that the bloc take Ukraine's arming efforts seriously

Five EU leaders call on the bloc to fulfill its promises and provide Ukraine with enough weapons.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:25 AM • 24243 views