US, India share ‘very close’ defence relationship: Pentagon
“Certainly, we have appreciated our partnership with India in the region. They're an important partner, as you know. And we'll continue to work closely with them,” Pentagon Spokesman Brig Gen Patrick Ryder said.
Sep 14, 2022, 09:56 AM IST
World's most advanced fighter jet made of CHINESE parts! Pentagon stops accepting new F-35 aircrafts
The acceptance of the stealth fighter jet F-35 by the US Pentagon has been paused temporarily 'out of an abundance of caution' because Lockheed Martin discovered the material used in it was China-made, reports ANI.
Sep 08, 2022, 08:41 AM IST
Pentagon's action plan to help avoid civilian casualties in military operations around world
Pentagon Action plan: Laid out in a 36-page action plan, the changes approved by Austin call for updated policies and guidelines for military operations, and steps that must be taken in order to better analyze threats, assess who is on the ground and determine what other civilian structures could be affected.
Aug 26, 2022, 14:25 PM IST
R9X Hellfire Ninja Missile: 'Secret weapon' used by US to kill Al Qaeda chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri
'Secret weapon' used by CIA to kill Ayman Al-Zawahiri: It is believed that the United States used the macabre Hellfire R9X, a warhead-less missile equipped with six razor-like blades, to kill Al Qaeda chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri. Also called the "ninja bomb," the missile has become the US munition of choice for killing leaders of extremist groups while avoiding civilian casualties.
Aug 02, 2022, 11:32 AM IST
India intends to operate S-400 missile system to counter threats from Pakistan, China: Pentagon
“India's longstanding defence relationship with Russia remains strong,'' a Pentagon spymaster has told US lawmakers.
May 19, 2022, 07:24 AM IST
'Very clear' that we don't want India to rely on Russia, warns US amid Ukraine war
"We've been very clear with India as well as other nations that we don't want to see them rely on Russia for defence needs. We've been nothing but honest about that and discouraging that," Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby said.
Apr 23, 2022, 07:10 AM IST
India-US 2+2 dialogue: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to meet US counterpart at Pentagon today
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J Austin III will welcome Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in an enhanced honour cordon ceremony at the Pentagon today.
Apr 11, 2022, 06:48 AM IST
India-US 2+2 dialogue: Pentagon to welcome Rajnath Singh, S Jaishankar on Sunday
India and US are set to hold the 2+2 dialogue between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and their respective American counterparts on Sunday.
Apr 09, 2022, 07:43 AM IST
US wants Ukraine to win the war against Russia: Pentagon
Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby said that Ukrainian lives are destroyed, hence America want to see the war end.
Apr 09, 2022, 06:15 AM IST
Deadly Kabul airport attack last year was not preventable, says Pentagon
The blast took place at Abbey Gate outside the Kabul airport on August 26 and killed 11 U.S. Marines, a sailor and a soldier, who were screening the thousands of Afghans trying to flee the country after the Taliban takeover.
Feb 05, 2022, 07:21 AM IST
Russia will stage attack by Ukrainian military to use as excuse for invasion, says Pentagon
The Pentagon believes Russia is going to produce some graphic propaganda video, which would contain corpses and actors depicting mourners, destroyed locations and military equipment, its spokesperson John KirbyKirby said.
Feb 04, 2022, 07:37 AM IST
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tests COVID positive with mild symptoms, says Pentagon
Austin, 68, said he was fully vaccinated and received a booster in October.
Jan 03, 2022, 07:45 AM IST
No US soldiers to be punished over Afghan civilian drone strike deaths, says Pentagon
The botched drone strike was carried out just days after a suicide bomber struck outside Hamid Karzai International Airport, killing 13 US service members and at least 170 Afghans, while coalition forces raced to evacuate people.
Dec 14, 2021, 06:41 AM IST
Congress demands apology from PM Narendra Modi over 'clean chit' to China, cites Pentagon report on Arunachal Pradesh
Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera said the Chinese intrusion has now been confirmed by the Pentagon to the US Congress in its annual report.
Nov 07, 2021, 11:40 AM IST
China continues ‘incremental and tactical actions’ to press territorial claims with India: US
The Pentagon said despite the ongoing diplomatic and military dialogues to reduce border tensions, China has continued "taking incremental and tactical actions" to press its claims at the LAC.
Nov 04, 2021, 06:47 AM IST
US offers payments, relocation to family of Afghans killed in botched drone attack
The drone strike in Kabul killed as many as 10 civilians, including seven children.
Oct 16, 2021, 08:31 AM IST
US has ‘honest concerns’ about terrorist safe havens in Pakistan
Afghanistan and the US have criticised Pakistan in the past for allowing Taliban fighters to cross into Pakistan where they are provided safe havens.
Oct 01, 2021, 08:34 AM IST
Pentagon rubbishes reports about US military abandoning service dogs in Afghanistan
The Pentagon, while categorically denying that any service dog that had worked with the US military was left behind in the country, also acknowledged that a series of social media posts about the non-military evacuation of Kabul pets caused widespread confusion.
Sep 01, 2021, 13:33 PM IST
US will continue to conduct drone strikes in Afghanistan if and when needed
The US launched many drone strikes against an individual described as an 'ISIS-K planner' as well as a suspected suicide car bomber in recent days.
Sep 01, 2021, 07:01 AM IST
Over 5,200 US troops in Kabul, 7,000 people evacuated from Afghanistan since August 14: Pentagon
"The US military footprint and Kabul now has more than 5,200 total troops on the ground. Kabul airport remains secure and open for flight operations. There are now multiple gates that have access for entry into the airfield," said Major General Hank Taylor.
Aug 20, 2021, 06:42 AM IST