Flags honoring Danish troops at US embassy reinstalled after outcry
Flags honoring Danish veterans killed in Afghanistan had been removed by staff at the U.S. embassy in Copenhagen, sparking public outcry.
Pentagon
Rubio to warn of military action if Venezuela strays from US goals
Though Rubio said the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela, he noted the administration would not rule out additional military force if needed.
US base commanders to have more say in defeating drone intrusions
Installation commanders are required to submit counter-drone defense plans for their bases within 60 days.
Critics see ‘chilling effect’ of DOD crackdown on 8(a) small-biz deals
“I’d hate to see the baby thrown out with the bathwater,” one executive said of the Trump administration's scrutiny of small-business 8(a) programs.
Opinion
Why the US Army must focus on winning the first battle of the next war
U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll writes that the service, despite raising standards and eliminating barriers in 2025, has "only scratched the surface."
Trump remarks on NATO troops in Afghanistan spark global indignation
The White House on Friday stood by Trump’s characterization of NATO, emphasizing the disparities within the transatlantic alliance.
White House Golden Dome delays ‘frustrating’ to key lawmaker
Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Co., stressed that the U.S. must keep to its ambitious game plan regarding the missile defense shield proposal.
‘A soap opera’: How Ukraine’s frontline soldiers view peace talks
"This is the war of exhaustion,” said one Ukrainian soldier at the front. “And we are exhausted. ... [But] I trust the stubbornness of my fellow citizens.”
Danish veterans of US wars say they feel betrayed by Greenland threats
Denmark has been a stalwart ally to America. Forty-four Danish troops were killed in Afghanistan, the highest per capita death toll among coalition forces.
US forces seize seventh sanctioned tanker linked to Venezuela
U.S. Southern Command said in a social media post that U.S. forces apprehended the Motor Vessel Sagitta on Tuesday “without incident.”
US completes withdrawal from al-Asad airbase, Iraq says
The move brings to a close more than two decades of American military presence in the western part of the country.
China calls Trump battleship ‘easier target’ amid mixed US reception
Some analysts have suggested the battleship proposal may ultimately not be realistic and instead a move by Trump to jolt awake U.S. shipbuilders.
Trump faces sharper questions over possible military action on Iran
The White House insists military options remain “on the table” regarding Iran, with the Islamic Republic convulsed by nationwide protests.
General tapped to lead SOUTHCOM grilled over forces in Latin America
Renewed interest in Latin America is likely to bring changes to U.S. Southern Command, Donovan acknowledged.
‘Department of War’ rebrand could cost up to $125 million, CBO says
A “modest implementation” of DOW would cost taxpayers about $10 million, the report said. That figure could rise to $125 million if adopted more broadly.
US, Denmark trade barbs over Greenland as NATO boosts Arctic presence
The U.S. and Denmark remain at odds over Greenland's future, Denmark's foreign minister said Wednesday following a tense White House meeting.
Pentagon to invest $1B in L3Harris spinoff rocket motor firm
The Pentagon said its investment will help expand production capacity on critical missile programs like the PAC-3, THAAD, Tomahawk and Standard Missile.
