U.S. Defense & Military Politics - Page 156

February 18

Hegseth orders review of Pentagon’s relationships with US universities

Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin lists the universities at risk of being barred from Pentagon’s tuition aid on ‘Special Report.’

February 18

Missile defense race shifts to space; experts say real battle is in first minutes after launch

America's missile defense strategy shifts from relying on retaliation to building layered space defenses. Former officials say deterrence isn't enough.

February 18

Ukraine makes fastest gains in years as Russia talks stall, exploiting cracks in Kremlin command

Ukrainian forces exploit Russian communication disruptions to mount successful counteroffensive east of Zaporizhzhia, pushing back enemy advances.

February 17

US moves to expand missiles in Philippines, putting China within range

U.S. expands advanced missile deployments in northern Philippines, positioning Tomahawk-capable systems within 1,000+ miles of Chinese military assets.

February 17

Pentagon threatens to end partnership with tech company amid concerns over AI weaponization

Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin reports on the Pentagon threatening to ends its partnership with technology company Anthropic on ‘Special Report.’ 

February 17

Mark Kelly eyes 2028 White House run while fighting Trump demotion threat

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon from demoting Sen. Mark Kelly over a video about "illegal orders" as the Arizona Democrat considers a 2028 presidential run.

February 16

Iran launches war drills in Hormuz Strait as US carrier is flying missions 24/7 before Geneva talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Geneva for nuclear talks as Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps conducted military exercises Monday.

February 16

Trump says US pilots were ‘hit pretty bad in the legs’ during Maduro capture mission

Speaking at Fort Bragg, Trump disclosed injuries to US troops during the capture of Nicolás Maduro and described the operation as a stunning show of American military strength.

February 15

Department of War transports next-generation reactor in nuclear energy milestone

Department of War airlifts nuclear reactor via C-17 aircraft from California to Utah, advancing Trump's nuclear energy executive order for military use.

February 15

US forces board sanctioned oil tanker after vessel tried to evade Trump quarantine, Department of War says

U.S. forces interdicted and boarded the sanctioned tanker Veronica III in the Indo-Pacific after officials said it defied a Trump administration quarantine.