Trump, Ukraine and Pentagon
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MP Materials announces a public-private partnership with the US Department of Defense to accelerate the build-out of an end-to-end US rare earth magnet supply chain.
Pentagon officials denied the narrative perpetuated by President Donald Trump that there was a lack of communication between the department and the White House regarding the temporary suspension of military aid to Ukraine.
Hegseth speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon on June 26, 2025. (Andrew Harnik / ) Pete Hegseth, the defense secretary,
The Department of Defense's announcement that it would end a weather-data sharing program surprised some climate watchdogs but forecasters assure it does not heighten risks.
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Defense News on MSNPentagon trials drone-spotting air traffic suite at US bases worldwideThe Air Force Research Laboratory's CLUE system could help military and civil agencies better integrate drone operations into the airspace.
During a meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said military strikes on Iran will have “historic consequences for peace.”
Even for an administration with a knack for moving fast and breaking things, Elbridge Colby’s moves at the Pentagon have caused frustration and friction.