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UN Honors Two Peacekeepers for Exceptional Courage
UN Secretary-General António Guterres will award the Captain Mbaye Diagne Medal to Sergii Prykhodko and Matias Reyes for bravery in 2025. Prykhodko died during a rescue mission in South Sudan, while Reyes saved wounded soldiers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Guterres Says Two-State Solution Essential For Conflict
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres states that resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict depends on establishing two states. His remarks follow a Gaza ceasefire and recent international recognition of Palestine.
White House Proposes $54.6B for Defense Autonomous Warfare Group
The White House requests $54.6 billion for the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group in fiscal 2027. The budget includes $53 billion in flexible funds for spending within five years.
NORAD Escorts Civilian Aircraft From Washington D.C. Airspace
North American Aerospace Defense Command dispatched F-16 jets to escort a civilian plane that entered restricted airspace in Washington, D.C. The plane was safely removed without further incident by the fighter jets on Tuesday morning.
Inspector General Opens Southern Command Drug Boat Investigation
The Defense Department's Office of Inspector General investigates Southern Command's targeting of drug-smuggling boats. The review covers intelligence, targeting processes, and military doctrine for these operations.
Trump Delays Planned Military Strike on Iran
President Donald Trump delays a military strike on Iran after requests from Gulf leaders. Trump warns Iran that a full assault could happen if no deal is reached.
Pentagon Dismantles Civilian Harm Mitigation Program in 2025
The Pentagon dismantled its Civilian Harm Mitigation and Remediation program, losing personnel and tools required by federal law. The inspector general report gives the Pentagon until June 12 to submit a plan addressing these issues.
Trump Declares Iran Has No Military Capability Left
Donald Trump states Iran has no military capability left despite U.S. intelligence showing regained missile access. The intelligence reports that Iran restored most missile sites and retains substantial ballistic missile stockpiles.
U.S. Military Considers New Name for Iran War
The U.S. military considers renaming the Iran conflict "Operation Sledgehammer" if hostilities resume. President Donald Trump has not ordered a restart of major combat operations against Iran yet.
CPJ Demands FBI Update On Abu Akleh Investigation
The Committee to Protect Journalists requests a public update on the FBI probe into Shireen Abu Akleh's death. CPJ highlights a lack of progress and calls for an impartial, independent investigation free from political influence.
Welch Leads Senate Democrats Asking About US-Israel Evacuation Coordination
Senator Peter Welch led Democrats in questioning U.S. Central Command on coordination with Israel regarding evacuation zones in Lebanon and Iran. The senators seek clarity on military support and legality related to these evacuation warnings during recent conflicts.
USS Gerald R. Ford Ordered to Middle East After Long Deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford and its strike group move to the Middle East after more than 10 months at sea. Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle expressed concern about financial strain on families and morale.
United States Approves $8.6bn Arms Sales To Middle East Allies
The United States approves $8.6 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies under emergency authority. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cites national security interests during the U.S.-Israel conflict involving Iran.
Pentagon Signs AI Integration Deals With Seven Tech Companies
The Pentagon signs agreements with seven AI companies to integrate systems into secure military networks. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says the deals promote the U.S. military as an AI-first fighting force.
Hegseth Says War Powers Clock Paused Due to Ceasefire
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tells Senate that the War Powers Resolution clock is paused because of a ceasefire with Iran. He testifies as the Trump administration seeks congressional approval for the conflict extension.
Pentagon Investigates Possible Role in Iran School Strike
The Pentagon investigates its potential involvement in a missile strike on a school in Minab, Iran. Five former officials criticize the department for delayed information and lack of transparency.
Indonesia Signs Defense Partnership for Advanced Technology Access
Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth sign a defense cooperation agreement. The deal includes technology transfers and U.S. waivers on Russian energy sanctions for Indonesia.
Gemayel Urges Lebanon To Seek Peace Deal With Israel
Former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel calls for a long-term peace deal with Israel during their first direct talks since the 1980s. He supports an armistice like the 1949 agreement if it keeps Lebanon unified and stable.
Hegseth Defends Operation Epic Fury at House Hearing
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth defends Operation Epic Fury and criticizes congressional opposition during a House Armed Services Committee hearing. He asserts political opposition poses a greater threat than foreign adversaries two months into the Iran war campaign.
Berkowitz Outlines Trump’s Golden Dome Missile Defense Plan
Assistant Secretary of Defense Marc Berkowitz describes the Golden Dome project to expand US homeland missile defenses. The project aims to integrate multiple layers against ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missile threats.
Trump Cancels Kushner Trip to Islamabad on Iran War Talks
President Donald Trump cancels Jared Kushner's planned Islamabad trip for Iran war negotiations. Experts warn that maritime blockades increase risk of renewed conflict between Iran and the U.S.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Iran Before Scheduled Talks
The U.S. Treasury targets 14 individuals and entities linked to Iran's weapons procurement. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi plans a Pakistan visit amid the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire and Cancels Envoys' Pakistan Trip
President Donald Trump extends ceasefire with Iran indefinitely and cancels envoys' planned trip to Pakistan. Trump states Iran sent a better proposal shortly after the trip cancellation.
Trump Extends U.S.-Brokered Israel-Hezbollah Truce By Three Weeks
President Donald Trump announces a three-week extension of the truce between Israel and Hezbollah. The truce holds mostly outside the border while fighting continues along the Lebanon-Israel frontier.
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