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"No More Beards, Long Hair": Pete Hegseth's Military Grooming Rules Draw Criticism From Sikhs
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth's recent remarks on military grooming standards have drawn sharp criticism from the Sikh Coalition, a leading advocacy group for Sikhs in the US military. The new grooming rule restricts beards and long hair.
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"We Will Take Back Panama Canal...": Pentagon Chief Meets Panama President
The US will take back the Panama Canal, ending China's influence in one of the world's most important waterways, US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth said today after a rare visit to the Central American nation.
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US Warns Iran Of "Serious Consequences" If It Attacks Israel
The United States Secretary of Defence, Lloyd Austin, spoke with Israeli Minister of Defence, Yoav Gallant and reiterated "serious consequences" for Iran if Tehran chooses to launch a direct military attack against Israel.
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Indian-American Radha Iyengar Plumb Becomes US's Deputy Under Secretary of Defence
The US Senate has confirmed Radha Iyengar Plumb, a national security expert, as the Deputy Under Secretary of Defence for Acquisition and Sustainment, the latest Indian-American to be named by the Biden administration for a key position.
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"Russian Attacks Have Left Children Dead": US On Ukraine Conflict
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday accused Russia of "deliberate cruelty" in its war in Ukraine, saying Moscow was intentionally targeting civilians.
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Chinese Defence Minister Warns US Counterpart On Phone: Report
The United States should not underestimate China's determination and capability, Chinese State Councilor and Minister of National Defense Wei Fenghe said on Wednesday during a phone call with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.
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In Talks With India, US Cautions About China's "Authoritarian Interests"
China is seeking to refashion the Indo-Pacific region and the international system in ways that serve its "authoritarian interests", US Defense Secretary said on Monday.
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Russian Troops "Poised To Strike" Ukraine: US Defence Chief
Russian troops on Ukraine's border are "uncoiling" and "poised to strike", US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said on Saturday during a visit to Lithuania.
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US Space Force Holds War Game to Test Satellite Network Under Attack
The United States is testing satellite resiliency to threats from China and Russia miles above the Earth's surface, just weeks after Russia shot down an aging communications satellite.
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S Jaishankar, US Defence Chief Meet, Discuss India-US Strategic And Defence Partnership
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar had a "warm meeting" with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, during which they discussed further developing strategic and defence partnership between the countries and shared views on "contemporary security challenges".
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"Discussed Human Rights Issues With Indian Ministers": US Secretary Of Defence
US Secretary of Defence General Lloyd Austin on Saturday said he had a conversation with Indian ministers about the human rights of minorities in the country as it was important for partners to have "those kinds of discussions".
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"Sanctions Not Discussed": US On India's Plan To Buy Russian Missile
There has been no discussion on possible American sanctions over India's plan to buy long-range S-400 anti-aircraft missiles from Russia, visiting US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J Austin told reporters today.
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China Has Adopted More Aggressive Approach To Indo-Pacific: Pentagon
Observing that China has demonstrated increased military competence and a willingness to take risks, a top Pentagon official said Beijing has adopted a more coercive and aggressive approach to the Indo-Pacific region.
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US Troops Exiting Syria To Stay 'Temporarily' In Iraq: Pentagon Chief
The American troops withdrawing from Syria will stay in Iraq "temporarily" before returning to the United States, US Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Tuesday.
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India's Defence Export May Cross Rs 10,000 Crore By End Of Financial Year: Official
India's defence export is likely to double to Rs 10,000 crore by the end of the current financial year, Secretary of Defence Production Ajay Kumar said today.
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"No More Beards, Long Hair": Pete Hegseth's Military Grooming Rules Draw Criticism From Sikhs
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth's recent remarks on military grooming standards have drawn sharp criticism from the Sikh Coalition, a leading advocacy group for Sikhs in the US military. The new grooming rule restricts beards and long hair.
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"We Will Take Back Panama Canal...": Pentagon Chief Meets Panama President
The US will take back the Panama Canal, ending China's influence in one of the world's most important waterways, US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth said today after a rare visit to the Central American nation.
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US Warns Iran Of "Serious Consequences" If It Attacks Israel
The United States Secretary of Defence, Lloyd Austin, spoke with Israeli Minister of Defence, Yoav Gallant and reiterated "serious consequences" for Iran if Tehran chooses to launch a direct military attack against Israel.
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Indian-American Radha Iyengar Plumb Becomes US's Deputy Under Secretary of Defence
The US Senate has confirmed Radha Iyengar Plumb, a national security expert, as the Deputy Under Secretary of Defence for Acquisition and Sustainment, the latest Indian-American to be named by the Biden administration for a key position.
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"Russian Attacks Have Left Children Dead": US On Ukraine Conflict
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday accused Russia of "deliberate cruelty" in its war in Ukraine, saying Moscow was intentionally targeting civilians.
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Chinese Defence Minister Warns US Counterpart On Phone: Report
The United States should not underestimate China's determination and capability, Chinese State Councilor and Minister of National Defense Wei Fenghe said on Wednesday during a phone call with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.
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In Talks With India, US Cautions About China's "Authoritarian Interests"
China is seeking to refashion the Indo-Pacific region and the international system in ways that serve its "authoritarian interests", US Defense Secretary said on Monday.
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Russian Troops "Poised To Strike" Ukraine: US Defence Chief
Russian troops on Ukraine's border are "uncoiling" and "poised to strike", US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said on Saturday during a visit to Lithuania.
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US Space Force Holds War Game to Test Satellite Network Under Attack
The United States is testing satellite resiliency to threats from China and Russia miles above the Earth's surface, just weeks after Russia shot down an aging communications satellite.
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S Jaishankar, US Defence Chief Meet, Discuss India-US Strategic And Defence Partnership
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar had a "warm meeting" with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, during which they discussed further developing strategic and defence partnership between the countries and shared views on "contemporary security challenges".
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"Discussed Human Rights Issues With Indian Ministers": US Secretary Of Defence
US Secretary of Defence General Lloyd Austin on Saturday said he had a conversation with Indian ministers about the human rights of minorities in the country as it was important for partners to have "those kinds of discussions".
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"Sanctions Not Discussed": US On India's Plan To Buy Russian Missile
There has been no discussion on possible American sanctions over India's plan to buy long-range S-400 anti-aircraft missiles from Russia, visiting US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J Austin told reporters today.
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China Has Adopted More Aggressive Approach To Indo-Pacific: Pentagon
Observing that China has demonstrated increased military competence and a willingness to take risks, a top Pentagon official said Beijing has adopted a more coercive and aggressive approach to the Indo-Pacific region.
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US Troops Exiting Syria To Stay 'Temporarily' In Iraq: Pentagon Chief
The American troops withdrawing from Syria will stay in Iraq "temporarily" before returning to the United States, US Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Tuesday.
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India's Defence Export May Cross Rs 10,000 Crore By End Of Financial Year: Official
India's defence export is likely to double to Rs 10,000 crore by the end of the current financial year, Secretary of Defence Production Ajay Kumar said today.
