Ukrainian experts warn that the Trump administration’s proposed economic deal would undermine the country’s economic sovereignty.
Hegseth's decision comes as the US's strikes on the Houthi terrorist organization in the region have been intensifying.
Hegseth, a former Minnesota National Guard officer who served in Iraq and Afghanistan was sworn in by Vice President J.D. Vance on Saturday morning to lead the Pentagon.
The nominee for US secretary of defense has a slew of religiously inspired tattoos that have drawn attention as Hegseth’s public vetting for a position in Trump’s cabinet has begun.
Some US officials doubt the feasibility of mass firings at a time of global turmoil.
The report detailed alleged recent actions at Israel Air Force (IAF) bases, including the movement of advanced munitions believed to be intended for a strike on Iran.
The decision would be implemented in an attempt to prepare for an Iranian response to an Israel strike.
The Middle East is on edge after deadly attacks that blew up radios and pagers of Hezbollah, killing 37 people and wounding around 3,000 and overwhelming Lebanese hospitals.
Gallant informed Austin that Iranian military preparations indicated Iran was preparing for a significant attack against Israel, a source briefed on the conversation shared.
The goal of Merchant's plot was to target those in the US who were " hurting Pakistan and the world, [the] Muslim world."
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