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US to convene talks on Ukraine's defense needs with more than 20 countries

The agenda will include an updated assessment of Ukraine battlefield as well as discussion of efforts to continue a steady flow of weapons and other military aid, Pentagon secretary John Kirby said

US to convene talks on Ukraine's defense needs with more than 20 countries
Updated On : 23 Apr 2022 | 8:31 AM IST

Pentagon may ask US Congress for additional funding to support Ukraine

The Pentagon may have to ask Congress for additional money to support Ukraine's battle against Russia's invasion, including to replenish America's arsenal for weapons sent to Kyiv, officials said

Pentagon may ask US Congress for additional funding to support Ukraine
Updated On : 29 Mar 2022 | 7:37 AM IST

Russia says Pentagon directly involved in bioweapon development in Ukraine

The US Department of Defense was directly involved in developing biological weapon components in Ukraine, the Russian Defense Ministry has said.

Russia says Pentagon directly involved in bioweapon development in Ukraine
Updated On : 25 Mar 2022 | 7:34 AM IST

Pentagon's interest in biolabs requires clarification: Russian FM Lavrov

The Pentagon's interest in biological laboratories in the former Soviet republics requires clarification, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said.

Pentagon's interest in biolabs requires clarification: Russian FM Lavrov
Updated On : 24 Mar 2022 | 8:30 AM IST

Pentagon tries to pacify US lawmakers about India's UN vote on Russia

Top Pentagon officials have shown an understanding of India abstaining at the UN on resolutions against the Russian aggression against Ukraine but had a hard time pacifying many US lawmakers

Pentagon tries to pacify US lawmakers about India's UN vote on Russia
Updated On : 10 Mar 2022 | 10:07 AM IST

Pentagon says Poland's fighter jet offer for Ukraine 'not tenable'

The Pentagon has said that Poland's offer to give its MiG-29 fighter jets to the US so they can be passed to Ukraine raises serious concerns for the NATO alliance and the plan is not "a tenable one"

Pentagon says Poland's fighter jet offer for Ukraine 'not tenable'
Updated On : 09 Mar 2022 | 8:16 AM IST

Lockheed Martin wins deal to provide F-35 jet support services: Pentagon

Lockheed Martin won a more than $492 million US Navy modification contract to provide logistics support for delivered F-35 jets, the US Defence Department said

Lockheed Martin wins deal to provide F-35 jet support services: Pentagon
Updated On : 29 Dec 2021 | 7:46 AM IST

Pentagon expands scope of word 'extremism', to include terrorism

"The term 'extremist activities; means.... Advocating, engaging in, or supporting terrorism, within the US or abroad."

Pentagon expands scope of word 'extremism', to include terrorism
Updated On : 24 Dec 2021 | 9:59 AM IST

Pentagon issues rules for service members to stop rise of extremism

Warning that extremism in the ranks is increasing, Pentagon officials are issuing detailed new rules prohibiting service members from actively engaging in extremist activities. The new guidelines come nearly a year after some current and former service members participated in the riot at the US Capitol, triggering a broad department review. Senior defense officials tell The Associated Press that fewer than 100 military members are known to have been involved in substantiated cases of extremist activity in the past year, but they warn that the number may grow given recent spikes in domestic violent extremism, particularly among veterans. Officials said the new policy doesn't largely change what is prohibited, but is more of an effort to make sure troops are clear on what they can and can't do, while still protecting their First Amendment free speech rights. And for the first time, it is far more specific about social media. The new policy lays out in detail the banned activities, wh

Pentagon issues rules for service members to stop rise of extremism
Updated On : 21 Dec 2021 | 8:39 AM IST

Pentagon considering Covid booster mandate for troops amid Omicron concerns

The Pentagon has said there are active discussions within the department about making the COVID-19 vaccine booster shots mandatory for service members

Pentagon considering Covid booster mandate for troops amid Omicron concerns
Updated On : 11 Dec 2021 | 12:40 PM IST

US to modify Australia, Guam military bases to counter threats from China

The US plans to modernize the military bases it operates in Australia and on the western Pacific island of Guam to counter the threats emanating from China.

US to modify Australia, Guam military bases to counter threats from China
Updated On : 30 Nov 2021 | 7:20 AM IST

Ex-defence chief sues Pentagon for withholding material to use in memoir

Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper claims in a lawsuit against the Defense Department that material is being improperly withheld from his use as he seeks to publish an unvarnished and candid memoir

Ex-defence chief sues Pentagon for withholding material to use in memoir
Updated On : 29 Nov 2021 | 9:20 AM IST

Pentagon taking steps to help US forces economically: Lloyd Austin

The Defence Department will also extend temporary lodging expense reimbursement in areas with housing shortages so that families can find a home that fits their needs, Austin said.

Pentagon taking steps to help US forces economically: Lloyd Austin
Updated On : 18 Nov 2021 | 7:56 AM IST

China taking tactical actions to press claims at LAC: Pentagon

The Pentagon report comes amid heightened tensions between the US and China over the issue of Taiwan

China taking tactical actions to press claims at LAC: Pentagon
Updated On : 04 Nov 2021 | 11:53 PM IST

China trying to influence media, businesses in US, other places: Pentagon

CCP leaders probably consider open democracies, including the US, as more susceptible to influence operations than other types of governments, the report read.

China trying to influence media, businesses in US, other places: Pentagon
Updated On : 04 Nov 2021 | 8:09 AM IST

India concerned about situation in Afghanistan: Pentagon official

The Pentagon official said Indians want to work with the US on this issue, by sharing intelligence and cooperating

India concerned about situation in Afghanistan: Pentagon official
Updated On : 28 Oct 2021 | 9:29 AM IST

US very honest about its concerns on safe havens with Pakistan: Pentagon

The US has been very honest about its concerns with Pakistan for a long time about the terrorist safe havens along with the border areas of Afghanistan, the Pentagon has said.

US very honest about its concerns on safe havens with Pakistan: Pentagon
Updated On : 01 Oct 2021 | 8:00 AM IST

Biden to nominate Indian-American consultant to a key Pentagon position

US President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Ashish Vazirani, an Indian-American management consultant, to a key Pentagon position

Biden to nominate Indian-American consultant to a key Pentagon position
Updated On : 22 Sep 2021 | 10:26 AM IST

Will continue to conduct drone strikes in Afghanistan if needed: Pentagon

The Pentagon said it will continue to conduct drone strikes against the ISIS-K and others in Afghanistan when necessary even after the permanent withdrawal of the US military presence from the country

Will continue to conduct drone strikes in Afghanistan if needed: Pentagon
Updated On : 01 Sep 2021 | 6:36 AM IST

US aware of reports of civilian casualties in Kabul drone strike: Pentagon

The United States is aware of reports of civilian casualties in Kabul following its drone strike on an explosive-laden vehicle headed towards the Hamid Karzai International Airport, the Pentagon said

US aware of reports of civilian casualties in Kabul drone strike: Pentagon
Updated On : 30 Aug 2021 | 6:32 AM IST