Progress in India-Pak ties hindered by cross border violence: Pentagon
Progress in India-Pakistan ties has been hindered by cross-border violence and territorial disputes, but leaders of both the countries have demonstrated commitment to reinitiate the comprehensive ialogue, a top Pentagon commander has said.
Mar 10, 2016, 12:45 PM IST
Top IS commander al-Shishani 'likely killed' in Syria air strike: US official
The target of the March 4 attack was Omar al-Shishani, a Georgian fighting with Islamic State in Syria, the Pentagon said in a statement.
Mar 09, 2016, 05:59 AM IST
Over 150 Shebab fighters killed in US drone strike in Somalia
A US drone strike on a Shebab training camp in Somalia over the weekend killed more than 150 fighters who were planning a "large-scale" attack, the Pentagon said on Monday.
Mar 07, 2016, 23:56 PM IST
Pentagon slams `unhelpful` North Korea nuclear rhetoric
North Korean threats of pre-emptive nuclear strikes against South Korea and the United States are "unhelpful" and serve only to aggravate tensions, the Pentagon said Monday.
Mar 07, 2016, 23:26 PM IST
US military starts 'Hack the Pentagon' contest
The Pentagon on Wednesday invited outside hackers who have been vetted to test the cyber security of some public U.S. Defense Department websites as part of a pilot project next month, the first such program ever by the federal government.
Mar 03, 2016, 09:59 AM IST
US Air Force unveils picture of new stealth bomber
The US Air Force on Friday unveiled the first image of its next-generation bomber that will replace antique B-52s first developed during the Cold War.
Feb 26, 2016, 23:26 PM IST
Avoid bombing near US commandos in Syria: Pentagon to Russia
US officials asked Russia to avoid bombing broad areas of northern Syria, where several dozen US special operation forces have been working with Syrians fighting the Islamic State group, the Pentagon disclosed today.
Feb 19, 2016, 03:16 AM IST
Pentagon calls for parties to halt militarization of South China Sea
The U.S. Defense Department on Wednesday said commercial imagery indicated that China had deployed a surface-to-air missile system on a disputed outpost in the South China Sea, and said the action was increasing tensions in the region.
Feb 18, 2016, 05:18 AM IST
Sale of F-16 jets to Pak should not be of concern to India: Pentagon
The US' decision to sell eight F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan should not be a cause of concern for India, the Pentagon said today as it rejected India's disappointment over the move.
Feb 17, 2016, 14:22 PM IST
Sale of F-16 jets to Pakistan should not be of concern to India: US
The Obama Administration said on February 13 it had decided to sell eight nuclear-capable F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan.
Feb 17, 2016, 02:23 AM IST
ISIS gets hands on Syrian anti-aircraft missiles
The dreaded Islamic State terror group has reportedly captured Syria's Russian-made anti- aircraft missiles, raising concerns that the deadly weapons could be used against US-led coalition jets.
Feb 16, 2016, 22:56 PM IST
No decision on joint naval patrol with India in South China Sea: Pentagon
The US and India have taken no decision on conducting joint naval patrols, the Pentagon today said but stressed the two countries were exploring ways to expand defence their ties, amid reports that the naval patrols may include the disputed South China Sea.
Feb 10, 2016, 23:55 PM IST
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Pentagon releases photos tied to Afghan, Iraq detainee abuse
The Pentagon on Friday released 198 photographs linked to allegations of abuse of detainees in Iraq and Afghanistan, many of them showing close-ups of cuts and bruises to arms and legs of prisoners held in U.S. facilities.
US military`s F-35 still dogged with `deficiencies`: Report
The US military`s futuristic F-35 fighter jet remains dogged by dangerous problems sure to further complicate what is already the most expensive weapons project in history, a Pentagon report says.
Feb 04, 2016, 09:32 AM IST
US to spend $7.5 billion to fight Islamic State: Pentagon chief
The United States will spend $7.5 billion -- a 50 percent increase -- to fund the fight against the Islamic State group, Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said Tuesday.
Feb 02, 2016, 20:31 PM IST
US warship sails near island claimed by China in South China Sea
A US Navy guided-missile destroyer sailed within 12 nautical miles of an island claimed by China in the South China Sea on Saturday, in an operation the Pentagon said was designed to challenge efforts to restrict freedom of navigation.
Jan 30, 2016, 14:33 PM IST
US, Russian defence officials discuss air safety over Syria: Pentagon
Senior US and Russian defence officials held a video conference on Thursday to discuss military air safety over Syria as the two sides carry out separate air strikes targeting rebel forces in the country, the Pentagon said.
Jan 29, 2016, 00:58 AM IST
Terrorist safe havens in Pakistan pose serious problem: US general
Describing terrorist safe havens in Pakistan, which is home to the Taliban and the Haqqani network, as a major challenge, a top US general nominated to be the commander of NATO forces in Afghanistan on Thursday said it is difficult to destroy enemy having sanctuaries like this.
Jan 29, 2016, 00:33 AM IST
Pentagon announces new US commander for intl forces in Afghan
The Pentagon has named Lieutenant General John "Mick" Nicholson as the new commander of international forces in Afghanistan, amid concerns about setbacks in the fight against Taliban in the war-torn nation.
Jan 28, 2016, 10:16 AM IST