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Pete Hegseth announces US drone plan as Metallica track blares

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The Independent UK

Hegseth stumbles his way through drone video with Metallica track playing in the background

Watch Pete Hegseth in an awkward drone video as he issues a new directive aimed at increasing the US’ arsenal of unmanned aerial systems, all while Metallica plays in the background.

The Independent UK

Why Trump blames decisions on others – a psychologist explains

It was US president Harry S. Truman who, in the years just after the second world war, kept a little wooden sign on his desk which read: “The buck stops here!”. It emphasised his willingness to accept ultimate responsibility for his decisions and actions as president, even the ones that…

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Trump Says 'I Don't Know' Who Paused Ukraine Weapon Shipments—Hegseth Did Not Inform The White House: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly authorized a pause on weapons shipments to Ukraine without informing the White House. The decision triggered internal confusion and required explanations to Congress and Ukrainian officials.

Benzinga

Drone Stocks Fly As Defense Secretary Fast-Tracks Drone Production, Deployment

Drone stocks are taking off after hours Thursday after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued new orders to fast-track drone manufacturing and deployment.

Benzinga

GOP Senator Criticizes 'Amateurish' Hegseth in Latest Turn Against Trump Admin: 'He's Out of His Depth'

Retiring GOP Sen. Thom Tillis called Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth "out of his depth" following reports, criticizing his leadership as "amateurish."

Latin Times

Trump’s nominee for Singapore ambassador criticised in Senate for lack of regional knowledge

Anjani Sinha struggles to answer questions about trade, diplomacy and regional alliances in Southeast Asia

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‘We want to have a little surprise:’ Trump’s criticism of Putin precedes 700+ drone barrage on Ukraine

Putin seems unimpressed by Trump.

We Got This Covered

‘Why don’t you tell me’: Pete Hegseth went against Trump by pausing shipments to Ukraine and the president was none the wiser

Pete Hegseth undermines Donald Trump and gets away with it once again.

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Trump says he ‘hasn’t gone into’ who went behind his back to stop Ukraine weapons deliveries

The shipment freeze, which has been reversed, had been approved by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth

The Independent UK

White House Offered to 'Cover' for Hegseth After Pausing Weapons to Ukraine Without Notifying Trump: Report

The White House reportedly offered to shield Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after he paused Ukraine weapons shipments without Donald Trump's approval.

Latin Times

Hegseth reportedly did not tell Trump before halting Ukraine weapons shipment

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The Independent UK

As Trump pledges more weapons for Ukraine - how reliant is Kyiv on US military assistance?

The US President has signified a hardening in his approach towards Moscow but it is unclear whether this will influence the course of the war

The Independent UK

Hegseth left Trump in the dark when he paused Ukraine weapons shipments: report

Defense secretary’s move sparked internal ‘scramble’ to explain withholding to Congress and the Ukrainian government, which had been relying on arms shipment to combat Russian assaults

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The Latest: Supreme Court will allow Trump’s plans to downsize the federal workforce to go ahead

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s plans to downsize the federal workforce despite warnings from experts that vital government services will be lost and hundreds of thousands of federal employees will be out of their jobs

Latin Times

'Clueless' Trump and Hegseth Caught Whispering Before Passing Off Russia Question: 'I'm Not Really Qualified'

Trump and Hegseth were seemingly caught off guard by a question about Russia allegedly using chemical weapons in Ukraine, prompting ridicule online.

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Trump’s chaotic Ukraine weapons flip-flop undermines his own peace deal ambitions

Inconsistent approach to aid.

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Trump officials targeted in AI impersonation scam, and yep, Signal is involved

Hey Donnie, the call is coming from inside the house.

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Evening Standard

Donald Trump slams Vladimir Putin’s ‘bulls***’ and ‘meaningless’ gestures to end Ukraine war

The US president ramped up criticism of his Russian counterpart and suggested more sanctions are on the cards

The Independent UK

Trump says he’s ‘not happy with Putin’ as US resumes weapons deliveries to Ukraine

The US president says ‘no reason’ for Russian attacks on civilians

Latin Times

Impostor Used AI To Pose As Marco Rubio And Contact Foreign Ministers On Signal: 'Precisely Why You Shouldn't Use Insecure Channels'

An impostor pretending to be Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly used AI to send messages to foreign and local officials, likely "with the goal of gaining access to information or accounts."

The Independent UK

Fake AI voice impersonating Secretary of State Marco Rubio contacts foreign ministers and US officials

The impostor used the Signal messaging app, according to a diplomatic cable

The Guardian - UK

Trump criticises Putin and promises to send Ukraine 10 Patriot missiles

US president says ‘a lot of bullshit is thrown at us’ by Putin, as Ukrainian officials say number of missiles is ‘minuscule’

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: US to resume shipments of weapons for Ukrainian defence

Deaths as Kharkiv, Odesa and Zaporizhzhia come under attack; Ukraine hits Russian warhead plant. What we know on day 1,231

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Russia shoots down Ukrainian drones headed for Moscow as key airport halts flights

Defence ministry says 48 drones were destroyed in over five hours on Saturday; Kyiv’s top general warns of possible new Russian offensive in Kharkiv region. What we know on day 1,229

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