Defence

The Pentagon's inspector general's office is set to launch an investigation into the use of the commercial messaging app Signal by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for discussions related to air strikes in Yemen. This inquiry stems from a memo highlighting concerns regarding compliance with established policies regarding communication channels. Recently, the Trump administration has found itself enmeshed in controversy following the accidental leak of a group chat featuring senior security officials discussing air strikes…

Today, a significant meeting of European defense ministers is set to take place, aiming to discuss the establishment of a peacekeeping force. This initiative could be a crucial component of the security guarantees that Ukraine has stated are essential to deter any future Russian aggression following a potential ceasefire. As President Emmanuel Macron remarked, "In unity, we find strength," emphasizing the collaborative effort required for peace. Defense ministers from Europe's five primary military powers—France, Britain,…

Israel has welcomed its new defense minister, Israel Katz, who recently took his oath before the parliament. This swearing-in followed the surprising removal of his predecessor, Yoav Gallant, at the hands of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a move attributed to a significant erosion of trust during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Mr. Netanyahu made headlines on Tuesday when he dismissed Gallant, a decision fueled by persistent disagreements over Israel's military response to Hamas. This response came after a devastating…