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Pentagon drops 180 religions from its recognized faiths list

A former Army chaplain called the reported changes a ‘tragedy’

The Independent UK

A dangerous call to arms for Asean

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's demand at the recent Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore for Asian allies and partners to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence sounded alarm bells across Southeast Asia and beyond. His brow-beating call to arms will likely lead to a regional defence build-up not seen in decades.…

Bangkok Post

MAGA warrior Lauren Boebert fires back after Trump threatens her job: ‘Got work to do’

The president is targeting the Colorado Republican because she campaigned for fellow GOP congress member Thomas Massie, of Kentucky, who has been critical of the commander-in-chief

The Independent UK

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: US clears aid worth $8bn for Kyiv as Zelensky offers to meet Putin to end war

Crucial aid bill for Kyiv cleared as Trump says would be great if Zelensky and Putin meet

The Independent UK

Trump news at a glance: rare rebuke for president as four House Republicans side with Democrats to pass war powers resolution

Vote sends resolution to the US Senate, where the chamber must promptly take up the measure under law – key US politics stories from Wednesday 3 June at a glance

The Guardian - US

Why a US ‘freeloading’ claim has put the heat on NZ’s independent foreign policy

If there’s one area of New Zealand foreign policy that demands delicate diplomatic language from elected officials, it is the country’s nuclear-free status.

The Conversation

Pete Hegseth removes all women and some Black service members from navy promotion list

Defense secretary’s latest interposition resulted in all-male, overwhelmingly white picks for promotion to admiralty

The Guardian - US

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‘Meritocracy Reigns Supreme’: Chaos Ensues at the War Department After Officials Confirm Seven Navy Careers Have Been Suddenly Derailed

Hegseth claims he’s correcting years of “gender and demographic engineering” that undermined military effectiveness.

The Mary Sue

Federal Appeals Court Rules Trump Transgender Military Ban Unconstitutional in Major Setback for Pete Hegseth

Appeals court rules Trump transgender ban unconstitutional for current troops, allows new recruit restrictions. Set for Supreme Court appeal

International Business Times UK

Republicans balk at Trump’s attempt to appoint a MAGA enforcer to lead National Intelligence

ANALYSIS: Trump’s cold reception comes after the GOP killed his ‘slush fund’ and angered plenty in the Senate Republican conference, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

The Trans Military Ban Chaos: How an Appeals Court Just Upended Trump's Executive Order

A federal appeals court has ruled Trump's ban on transgender military service unconstitutional, challenging the executive order and maintaining an injunction against removing transgender troops.

International Business Times UK

What’s a few secondhand subs between friends? Aukus revision shows how the US treats its allies. Will Australia stand for it?

As Pete Hegseth reshapes the US military into a hyper-masculine zone of ‘warfighters’, we should ask if this is really who we want to be ‘good friends’ with

The Guardian - AU

Pete Hegseth 'Axed Female and Black Admirals', Then Tried to Fast-Track His Own Aide, Reports Reveal

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth removed seven women from a Navy promotion list, sparking controversy over potential bias and legal violations. The Pentagon denies any discriminatory practices.

International Business Times UK

Hegseth targets women and Black military officers in ‘anti-DEI’ move

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Salon

Flattery is the job in Trump's Cabinet

A New York Times review of hours of meetings found officials spend more time fawning than governing

The Times of India

Hegseth removes women, Black officers from Navy promotion list; Pentagon denies bias - Report

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has removed nine officers from a navy promotion list, disproportionately targeting women and minority officers, according to a report by The New York Times.

International Business Times UK

Is Pete Hegseth Sexist and Racist? Defense Secretary Blocks Female and Black Officers From Becoming Admirals

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth blocked at least seven Navy officers from admiral promotions, removing women and Black men from the list in a pattern spanning every military branch.

AAP

Court blocks Pentagon from removing transgender troops

US President Donald Trump has suffered a partial legal setback in his push to exclude transgender people from the military.

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The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth blocks promotions of Black and women military officers in latest anti-DEI push

The move reportedly kept 8 Navy captains from becoming admirals as part of his campaign against ‘woke’ thinking

The Guardian - US

Transgender troops can remain in US military, but enlistment can be blocked, court rules

Split decision deals blow to Trump administration’s anti-diversity agenda, calling the ban ‘arbitrary, and based on animus’

Salon

Right-wing Christians don't want me here

At the Christian gathering in DC, the message to Muslims like me was clear. From my grave, I'll preach coexistence

International Business Times UK

UK, US And Australia Launch Advanced Undersea Drone Project To Protect Cables And Counter Rising Threats

The UK, US, and Australia (AUKUS) announce plans to develop underwater drones to protect critical infrastructure and enhance military capabilities, amid concerns over Russian and Chinese activities.

The Times of India

US pushes new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire plan; Trump sends Iran proposal back for revisions: What's in it?

The US has proposed a plan to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Lebanon, urging Hezbollah to halt attacks in exchange for Israel refraining from escalation in Beirut. Meanwhile, President Trump has reportedly sent back a proposed agreement with Iran for further revisions, seeking tougher provisions and guarantees against nuclear weapons.

Euronews

Newsletter: Keeping the Western Balkans’ EU dreams alive

In today's newsletter: European Council chief António Costa kicks off his Western Balkan tour; French President Emmanuel Macron condemns violence on French streets following Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory.

The Times of India

Fragile ceasefire faces fresh test as missiles keep flying as Iran, US trade new blows: Key details

Tensions in West Asia surged as Iran's IRGC claimed to target a US military base, while Washington announced fresh strikes on Iranian radar and command-and-control sites. Kuwait's air defense systems also responded to drone and missile attacks amid ongoing exchanges and diplomatic efforts.

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