USA – Unidentified drones were spotted over Fort Lesley J. McNair, a military base in Washington, DC where US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reside, according to a report on Wednesday. The sightings prompted a White House meeting and heightened security measures, according to the report. The drones were detected […]
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American Troops Told US-Israeli War on Iran Intended to Bring About Armageddon; MRFF
USA – According to complaints lodged by the Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), the American troops across all branches have been told that the US-Israeli war on Iran is intended to bring about the Biblical end times (Armageddon). “This morning our commander opened up the combat readiness status briefing by urging us to not be […]
If Iran Doesn’t Make a Deal, Everything’s on the Table; Pete Hegseth
USA – The US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned on Monday that if Iran doesn’t make a good deal, every option was on the table. Speaking to reporters during a visit to Colorado, Hegseth reiterated that President Donald Trump prefers a diplomatic solution but noted that the US military is prepared with contingency plans if […]
US Strikes Another Alleged Drug Trafficking Boat, Killing 2
USA – The US army carried out another airstrike on alleged drug trafficking boat in Eastern Pacific on Thursday, killing 2, according to the US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). The strike was conducted by Joint Task Force Southern Spear at the direction of Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan, who assumed command of SOUTHCOM on Thursday during […]
Key Points in US 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS)
USA – The Pentagon released the US 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS) on Friday Jan. 23, focusing mainly on homeland security, with military deterrence set on a burden-sharing with allies. The memorandum signed by defense chief Pete Hegseth argues that past US governments weakened the military by engaging in prolonged nation-building and overseas interventions that […]
US Launches Operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria
SYRIA – In retaliation to the Dec. 13 attack on American forces in Palmyra, the US launched Operation Hawkeye Strike, targeting ISIS in Syria. “Earlier today, U.S. forces commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria to eliminate ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites,” US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wrote on US social media platform X. The […]
US Strikes Another Alleged Drug Trafficking Boats Killing 5
USA – The US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) said on Thursday that 2 alleged drug trafficking boats were struck in the eastern Pacific Ocean, with 5 onboard killed. It said the operation took place Thursday under the direction of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and was executed in international waters by Joint Task Force Southern Spear. “Intelligence […]
4 Killed in US Airstrike on Alleged Narco-Trafficking Boat
USA – According to US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) on Wednesday Dec. 17, 4 people were killed after a US airstrike targeted an alleged “narco-trafficking” boat in eastern Pacific Ocean. “Intelligence confirmed that the vessel was transiting along a known narco-trafficking route in the Eastern Pacific and was engaged in narco-trafficking operations,” SOUTHCOM announced on US […]
8 Killed in US Airstrikes on Vessels in Pacific Ocean
USA – Eight people were on Monday killed in 3 US airstrikes targeting alleged “narco-terrorists” vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean, according to the US Southern Command. According to Southern Command, the operation took place under the direction of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and executed in international waters by Joint Task Force Southern Spear. […]
After Military Action threats, Nigeria’s National Security Adviser Meets Hegseth
NIGERIA – After Donald Trump threatened military action in Nigeria over alleged persecution of Christians, Nigeria’s national security adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Pentagon meeting with Mallam Nuhu Ribadu was not on […]
US Carried Out Airstrikes in the Caribbean Killing 3
USA – Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the US carried out another airstrike targeting a “narco-terrorists” vessel in the international waters on Thursday. 3 men were killed in the strike. The strike targeted a vessel “operated by a Designated Terrorist Organization” that was “trafficking narcotics” and no US personnel were harmed, Hegseth said on […]
US States Where National Guard Troops are Being Deployed
USA – The Trump administration seeks to deploy National Guard personnel in several states across the US. The latest is the deployment of 200 California National Guard troops to Oregon, and an additional 400 Texas National Guard personnel to Illinois, among other states. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the federalization of 400 Texas […]
About the 200 Oregon Army National Guard Deployed in Portland
USA – Under the federal command, around 200 Oregon Army National Guard personnel were deployed in Portland city on Friday according to the US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM). “The deployed forces include approximately 200 soldiers from the 3d Battalion, 116 Cavalry Squadron and the 821st Troop Command. “These units are critical to ensuring the operational effectiveness […]
China Plans to Invade Taiwan in 2027; Pete Hegseth
USA – United States’ Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has claimed that China plans to invade Taiwan in 2027, urging US allies in the region to increase their defense spending during an address to the Shangri-La Dialogue on Saturday. “We know that (Chinese President) Xi Jinping has ordered his military to be ready to invade […]