Pete Hegseth under fire for comments on women in military
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces a major backlash after suggesting women should not serve in combat roles, drawing condemnation from veterans and politicians alike.
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Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Falklands War Hero's Medals Sold After Water Bottle Saves Life
The remarkable tale of Sergeant Jim Prescott, whose life was saved when a bullet hit his water bottle during the Falklands War. His widow reluctantly sells his gallantry medals following his untimely death.
Russia Sends HIV-Positive Troops to Ukraine Frontline
Exclusive report reveals Russia's alarming new conscription tactics, deploying soldiers with serious illnesses like HIV and hepatitis to bolster its depleted forces in Ukraine, raising grave ethical and military concerns.
National Guard Deployed as Gardeners in Washington DC
In a surreal twist, National Guard troops stationed in Washington DC have been photographed performing menial gardening tasks, including weeding and rubbish collection, around the Tidal Basin. The images have ignited a fierce debate about the appropriate
Army Major's suicide over career stress fear
A promising British Army Major's tragic suicide reveals the devastating human cost of military mental health stigma. Major James Willis's inquest hears he feared his career would suffer if he spoke about overwhelming stress.
Venezuela military drills after US boat attacks kill 14
Venezuela deploys troops and Russian-made fighter jets for major military exercises following a deadly confrontation with US-flagged vessels, escalating tensions in the Caribbean.
Ex-SAS Soldier Demands Mandatory National Service for UK Youth
A decorated former SAS soldier is urging the next government to introduce compulsory national service, arguing it would instil discipline, unity, and purpose in Britain's 'lost' younger generation.
Putin in Combat Fatigues at Provocative War Games
Vladimir Putin makes a calculated show of force, inspecting massive 'Zapad-2021' military drills staged alarmingly close to the war-torn Kharkiv region, in a move Western analysts deem a direct message to NATO.
Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
Argentine Military Officers Charged in Conscript's Brutal Murder
In a shocking case that has gripped Argentina, a young military conscript, Francisco Tenorio Cerqueira Junior, was found brutally murdered. The prime suspects? His own superiors, now facing charges in a scandal that exposes deep-seated issues within the a
Royal Marine Dismissed After Mocking Conservative Pundits
A British Royal Marine has been discharged from service after a controversial video surfaced online showing him mocking American conservative commentators Charlie Kirk and Pete Hegseth, sparking a fierce debate about free speech versus military conduct.
US Generals Outsmart AI in War Games with Primal Intelligence
A stunning revelation from the world of military strategy: top US generals consistently defeated AI in war game simulations by harnessing primal human intelligence, creativity, and cunning. Discover the tactics that machines simply cannot compute.
Cooper Pledges UK Asylum for Ukrainians Fleeing Conscription
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows to fast-track asylum for Ukrainians escaping forced conscription, criticising the UK's current response as a 'betrayal' of its commitments.
Trump's shock $5bn 'raid' demand on South Korea revealed
Ex-President Donald Trump has reportedly suggested the US should raid South Korean coffers like an 'unfriendly regime' to force payment for joint military exercises, causing alarm in Seoul.
Trump pledges to reinstate transgender military ban
Former President Donald Trump pledges to reintroduce the ban on transgender individuals serving in the US military if re-elected, arguing that the armed forces are not a venue for 'social experimentation'.
West Point cancels Tom Hanks ceremony amid political pressure
The US Military Academy, West Point, has abruptly cancelled a ceremony honouring actor Tom Hanks, citing a need to avoid the 'appearance of politicising the military'. The decision follows criticism from Republican figures.
Ukraine's AI Drone War: Revolutionising Modern Conflict
Exclusive analysis reveals how Ukraine's homegrown drone technology, driven by AI and rapid innovation, is fundamentally reshaping warfare tactics against Russia. Discover the cutting-edge systems changing the battlefield.
Military Police officer guilty of drunken sexual assault on colleague
A Royal Military Police officer has been severely reprimanded after being found guilty of drunkenly groping a female colleague just hours after completing a mandatory course on unacceptable sexual behaviour. The shocking incident exposes a deep hypocrisy
Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears
Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c
US Court Reinstates Trump's Transgender Military Ban
A US federal appeals court has reinstated Donald Trump's contentious ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, overturning a previous block by a lower court. The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over civil rights and military policy.
China's 'Star Wars' Laser Weapon Revealed: Blinds Pilots
Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.
China's Terrifying Military Display: Perfect Formation Stuns
Stunning footage reveals the jaw-dropping precision of China's military as 1,000 soldiers march in flawless, robotic unison during a chilling public display of force.
Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return
Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.
US Navy's First Transgender Officer Nominated to Command Warship
In a landmark moment for the US military, Lieutenant Commander Katherine Marie Gregory is poised to become the first openly transgender officer to command a US Navy warship, breaking barriers in Little Rock, Arkansas.
West Point removes Robert E. Lee portrait in historic move
The prestigious US military academy West Point has permanently removed its portrait of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in confronting America's complex historical legacy.
Governor Wes Moore Confronts Fox News Host Over Military Record
Maryland Governor Wes Moore delivers a powerful rebuttal to Fox News host Martha MacCallum's questioning of his military credentials in a tense televised exchange that has gone viral.
Trump's Alleged Plan for US Military Purge Revealed
Former President Donald Trump allegedly planned a mass dismissal of senior military officials he deemed 'disloyal' if re-elected, targeting top brass at the Pentagon and service academies, according to Pete Hegseth's new book.
Trump Vows to Ban 'Woke' Military Books
Ex-President Donald Trump pledges to ban books promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from US military libraries if re-elected, calling it a 'critical fight' for the nation's armed forces.
Poles Forcibly Conscripted by Nazis Then Fought for Allies
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
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